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Sr Manager - Applicator Automation

2 LocationsFull-time2026-07-31 → 2026-11-10

Core

Lead a high-performing engineering team to design, develop, industrialize, and sustain automated manufacturing and assembly solutions for sensor production.

Role type

Senior Manager, Automation Engineering & Equipment Development

Builds

Globally scalable automation platforms and robust validation/transfer execution for manufacturing sites

Domain

Medical device manufacturing (Continuous Glucose Monitoring) + Industrial Automation

Required skills

Team leadership and development, End-to-end equipment lifecycle execution, Resource and program management, Cross-functional stakeholder alignment, Operational excellence and continuous improvement, Technical troubleshooting and problem-solving

Preferred skills

Robotics and precision mechanics, PLC-based control systems, Vision systems, Machine safety architectures, Equipment qualification strategies (IQ/OQ/PQ, pFMEA), New Product Introduction (NPI) support

Technologies

Robotics, PLCs, Vision systems, Machine safety architectures

Responsibilities

Build and develop a high-performing engineering team focused on automation and equipment excellence; Lead automation and equipment development and integration for assembly and inspection processes; Partner with Manufacturing, R&D, Process Development, and Quality to ensure equipment readiness; Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, yield, efficiency, and cost reduction

Seniority

Senior Manager, hands-on leadership with people management