Systems Engineering UNIX/NT Manager oversees the daily operations of the UNIX/NT systems engineering function. May also be responsible for OS/390 function and staff. Being a Systems Engineering UNIX/NT Manager implements and maintains policies and practices for UNIX/NT computing. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Systems Engineering UNIX/NT Manager typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Systems Engineering UNIX/NT Manager typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Systems Engineering UNIX/NT Manager typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Apex Systems' is partnering with our Manufacturing client and we are looking for a Sr. Engineering Manager. This is an onsite opportunity with the location in Lititz, PA. It is a contract-to-hire role, with expectation to convert permanent after 6 months. They are open to considering people needing to relocate, but are not able to provide relocation assistance.
Sr. Engineering Manager
The Senior Manager - Engineering and Automation provides technical leadership for the specification, development, implementation, and assurance of a qualified state for manufacturing equipment in the respective site. The position aligns manufacturing equipment requirements with the site’s mission, ensuring efficient and effective equipment operation meeting cost, customer service, and quality/compliance goals. Responsible for the site capital plan, manufacturing equipment asset management, and automation strategy. Manages capital appropriation approval and spending management. Manages a group including equipment (manufacturing and packaging), and automation engineers, and have dotted line reporting with reliability engineers to deliver key projects driving business results in alignment with the site goals and objectives. The Senior Manager, Engineering and Automation is the equipment owner and is responsible for the equipment life cycle, including the execution of the reliability strategy.
What You Will Do
The Sr Manager, Engineering & Automation is responsible for the direct management of a technical team that includes manufacturing and packaging equipment engineers, automation engineers, and dotted line with reliability engineers to support base business, and the execution and implementation of capital projects. Responsible for the site’s capital plan, manufacturing and packaging equipment asset management, automation strategy, C&Q, and site reliability program. Also, the Sr Manager, Engineering & Automation owns the manufacturing and packaging equipment across the equipment life cycle including the execution of the reliability strategy.
Key Responsibilities
What We Are Looking For
Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelors Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical) or other comparable technical degree is required. Masters of Business Administration (MBA) or Masters in Engineering/Engineering Management preferred.
Experience: 8 years of experience including one or more of equipment engineering, equipment design, automation, or systems integration in OTC, Pharmaceutical, or consumer packaged good industries. 3 years prior people management experience required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Desired Qualifications
Certifications/Licenses: Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred. Six Sigma, Lean, and structured problem-solving (e.g. Kepner-Tregoe) certification preferred.
Leadership Imperatives: Incumbent should demonstrate solid competencies on the current standards of performance of the Leadership Imperatives to effectively contribute in the transformation of the scope of work.
Other Requirements: Able to travel in and outside of Puerto Rico. Able to work extra hours and to respond to emergency calls that require returning to the company after regular working hours of the business. Able to support other departments and/or projects according to business needs.