Supervisor Automation (Overnights)

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; City of Rensselaer (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Regeneron, located in Rensselaer, NY, is seeking a Supervisor Automation to lead a team of Automation Technicians and ensure automated manufacturing equipment and plant utilities operate reliably to support manufacturing operations.

You will mentor technicians, coordinate maintenance, and collaborate with Automation, Manufacturing and Facilities to resolve issues, while maintaining stringent gowning and cleanroom requirements for all activities on the production floor.

Qualifications

• Must have AS/AT/AAT degree in Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in a pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility is desired.
• Full gowning when entering and working on production floor.

Responsibilities

• Provide mentoring and development opportunities to Automation Technicians while supervising activities on the plant floor.
• Full gowning when entering and working on production floor.
• Plan, coordinate, and schedule maintenance/repairs on automated systems.
• Communicate and coordinate automation issue resolution between Automation, Manufacturing and Facilities groups.
• Support team in maintaining, diagnosing, troubleshooting and repairing automation equipment and systems.
• Support deviation management process, including review of investigation reports, root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Demonstrate leadership and the ability to mentor others and balance changing priorities in a dynamic environment.

Skills

Leadership

Automation supervision

PLC Programming

HMI

Troubleshooting

Mentoring

Communication

Education

AS/AT/AAT in Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

SCADA

Automation Equipment

Job description

Build our future together:

We are looking to add a Supervisor Automation to our growing team, ensuring that automated manufacturing equipment, plant utilities, and packaging equipment are fully operational and reliable in order to support manufacturing operations. As a domain authority on automation equipment and systems you will supervise a team of Automation Technicians and contracted resources that support automation work. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.

When & where:

Location: Rensselaer

Work model/flexibility: On-Site

Working Shift: Tuesday - Saturday 12AM - 8:30AM

Training Shift: Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM approximately 6 weeks

Discover your role:

• Provide mentoring and development opportunities to Automation Technicians while also providing supervisory support of activities on the plant floor
• Full gowning when entering and working on production floor
• Plan, coordinate, and schedule required maintenance/repairs on automated systems
• Communicate and coordinate automation issue resolution between Automation, Manufacturing and Facilities groups
• Support team in maintaining, diagnosing, troubleshooting and repairing automation equipment and systems
• Support deviation management process, including review of investigation reports, root cause analysis and corrective actions
• You are well versed in automation concepts, possessing strong mechanical and electrical proficiency
• Demonstrate experience in the operation and maintenance of automation equipment/systems and have working knowledge of Allen Bradley and/or Siemens PLCs, HMIs, and computerized systems
• Have leadership/supervisory experience, with the ability to lead and mentor others
• Possess strong critical thinking, communication, and technical troubleshooting skills
• Take initiative and empower others in times of uncertainty, while balancing changing priorities in a dynamic environment
• Possess a basic understanding of data integrity regulations

This role requires:

• Must have an AS/AT/AAT degree in Engineering or a related field along with 5+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in a pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility is desired

Gowning and Physical Requirements:

• Full cleanroom attire (examples may include: including laundered undergarments, gown, facemask, hairnet, safety glasses, safety shoes and booties, latex gloves and the use of sanitizing agents during gowning process including IPA) Ability to remove jewelry, makeup and nail adornments when wearing cleanroom attire
• Ability to perform physical requirements for entirety of shift (up to 10 hours) in a clean room environment
• Some physical requirements can include but are not limited to: bending, climbing, crawling, kneeling, reaching, reaching overhead, sitting, squatting, walking, standing, driving, hand manipulation and ability to lift/push/pull up to 50lbs

We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.

Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate. The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits. Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits. For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/ . For other locations, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process.