Assembly SupervisorLocation: 16 Bulge Road, Devens, MA
Requisition Closing date: June 15, 2024Website: https://www.wmfts.com/en/Group: https://www.spiraxsarcoengineering.com/

We’re currently seeking a Assembly Supervisor to join our team. You’ll join a dynamic team of engineers, sales teams, marketers, administrators, designers, assemblers, chemists, web developers, accountants, analysts, programmers and many more. Globally we are united by our shared values that drive our culture. We want to be an employer where you make our difference.

At Watson Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, you face different challenges every single day. You are empowered to dream bigger and work smarter. You have time to live your life outside of your job.

We offer a full induction with training and ongoing support for all our systems and products. Along with this you’ll gain access to SSE academy where you can upskill and develop at your own pace.

Join Our Team and Enjoy Exceptional Benefits:

• Robust Retirement Plan: Benefit from a guaranteed 5% employer contribution to your 401K, plus an additional 3% employer match, empowering your financial security.

• Comprehensive and Supportive Parental Leave: Experience our inclusive, gender-neutral parental leave policy, offering 16 weeks at 100% pay. Upon your return, enjoy a gradual transition with a unique 80% work schedule while still receiving 100% of your pay for the first 6 months, ensuring a balanced reintegration into the workplace.

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample time off to recharge and attend to life's circumstances with generous vacation and well-being days, 11 observed holidays, 15 caregiver days, and 80 hours of annual sick leave.

• Community Engagement Opportunities: Make a difference with 3 paid volunteer days each year, encouraging you to give back to the community and causes you care about.

• And Many More Benefits: Discover a wide range of additional perks and benefits designed to support your well-being and professional growth. We invite you to explore all the ways we strive to create a fulfilling and rewarding work environment.

This role will focus on:
Role Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Assembly Supervisor to oversee our assembly operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in assembly processes, excellent leadership skills, and a proven track record of managing a team to achieve production targets while maintaining high-quality standards. 
As the Assembly Supervisor, you will be responsible for coordinating and supervising the activities of assembly personnel, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, and optimizing production efficiency. You will plan and approve production schedules, approve invoices, enforce policies, and ensure all staff are meeting quality standards while also maintaining safe working conditions. 
What you’ll be doing
•Supervise and coordinate assembly operations to meet production schedules and quality standards.
•Lead and motivate assembly team members to achieve daily production targets and quality goals.
•Train, mentor, and develop assembly staff to enhance their skills and performance.
•Analyze and optimize processes to identify ways to improve efficiency and increase productivity.
•Monitor and enforce safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
•Implement process improvements to optimize assembly efficiency and reduce costs.
•Collaborate with other departments such as engineering, quality control, and logistics to resolve production issues and improve processes.
•Maintain accurate records of production activities, including inventory levels, labor hours, and equipment maintenance.
•Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide feedback to assembly team members.
•Identify and address any equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs to minimize downtime.
•Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
•Manage time off requests per business needs.
•Manage break schedules.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
Proven experience in assembly operations, with at least 5 years in a true supervisory role.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
Familiarity with assembly equipment and tools.
Ability to analyze production data and identify areas for improvement.
Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy.
Problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve conflicts and make decisions under pressure.
Proficiency in computer applications such as MS Office and ERP systems.
PreferredQualifications:
Certification in Six Sigma or other relevant quality improvement methodologies.
Experience working in a regulated industry such as automotive, aerospace, or medical devices.
Familiarity with safety regulations such as OSHA guidelines.
As a growing and ambitious organization with a presence in over 60 global locations and across multiple markets, we can offer you the working environment and support needed to be successful. We are committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or religious belief.
About Watson-Marlow
Watson Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions is a part of SSE PLC Group, (https://www.spiraxsarcoengineering.com/) a global engineering solutions provider with 10,300 employees and 130 units. We provide fluid handling solutions for biotech and industrial markets. We help companies worldwide to improve their efficiency and sustainability. Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions (WMFTS) leads the niche market of peristaltic pumps and related fluid path technologies. We have ten brands that specialize in different areas, but together we offer our customers the best solutions for their pumping and fluid transfer needs. We are proud to belong to the FTSE 50 company Spirax-Sarco Engineering plc.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.