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Manages,
directly or through subordinate managers, the technical and
administrative aspects of product research, test, design and
development. Confers with other departments regarding
feasibility, cost effectiveness and other aspects of product
development and research. Monitors progress on a variety of
engineering products and projects to ensure fulfillment of
product and scheduling objectives. Acts as an advisor to
subordinate staff members on complex technical issues.
Technical responsibility for design and development of
automation requirement specification and systems concepts
and installs automation and transfer automation programs to
production in a smooth and timely manner.
Key Responsibilities
(Essential Responsibilities include but are not limited to
the following):
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Oversees
R&D activities for new products, processes or
technologies, or for the enhancement or extension of
existing product lines within a specific product area or
GBU.
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Responsible
for staffing, scheduling, coordinating and planning of
engineering projects.
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Works with
Manufacturing and other internal resources to insure
successful development of portfolio products, including
definition, development and implementation of new
systems and procedures or changes to existing systems
and procedures including MRP II, ECO, ETP, ISO9000, Etc.
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Manages
Vendor qualification; may perform vendor audits.
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Develops
and meets budgets for assigned department, including
operating requirements, equipment, and materials
purchases.
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Provides
technical oversight and assistance to other departments
as required.
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Trains and
develops subordinate staff as required.
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Ensures
compliance with all company policies and practices in
areas such as safety and all regulatory compliance.
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Responsible
for the employment cycle, performance and compensation
management, and training and development for assigned
direct reports.
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Supports
all company safety and quality programs and initiatives.
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Other
responsibilities may be assigned from time to time as
needed, based on the evolution of the company and the
requirements of the department/position.
Job Specifications:
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BS,
Engineering or equivalent
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10+ years
of related experience
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5-7 years
supervisory or management experience
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