Sensors Engineering Supervisor

Dexcom

Athenry, Ireland

Meet the team:

Are you looking to leverage your experience to be part of something big and help people take control of their health? Do you enjoy building and managing relationships to better understand the needs of the business, and then creating and implementing solutions to meet those needs? Do you want to be part of a high-performing team dedicated to doing the right thing? If so, then we have an opening for you!   

Under the direction of the Senior Engineering Manager in the Sensor Engineering Org, the Engineering Supervisor will provide technical leadership and support to equipment technicians across the shift. Manage the shift technicians, equipment, and line performance through specific maintenance KPI’s. This role also involves supporting cross-functional departments as needed to help maintain an optimal operations environment.

Where you come in:

Supervise and coordinate the activities of equipment technicians during the assigned shift, ensuring tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
Review PM (Preventative Maintenance) and CM (Corrective Maintenance) activities in Maximo as part of maintenance oversight.
Delegate preventative maintenance tasks and oversee corrective maintenance activities.
Review and approve technician time and attendance records as required.
Supervise projects such as layout moves, equipment assembly, and validation report execution.
Deliver monthly performance updates through one-on-one meetings with each technician.
Coordinate or conduct technician training as needed to maintain skill levels and support development.
Work closely alongside the Production Supervisor to ensure smooth and effective shift operations.
Know when to step in and provide hands-on support, particularly in escalation scenarios or when critical decisions are required.
Maintain and report on department metrics such as OEE, Yield and other related KPIs related to equipment performance and maintenance
Ensure full compliance with all safety procedures, including Dexcom’s Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) program and all other relevant safety protocols.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external suppliers to sustain equipment and to support equipment deployment and improvement initiatives.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date equipment documentation (manuals, drawings, specifications).

What makes you successful:

Typically requires a Level 7/8 qualification and a minimum of 5-8 years of related experience
Supervisory experience in a similar role is essential
Ability to read, analyse, and interpret common scientific and technical documents related to equipment specifications
Ability to write routine reports, shift reports and correspondence
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisors, engineers and managers
Knowledge and experience with PLC and Automated production/process equipment, Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Electro/Mechanical systems, Resistance welders, Packaging equipment highly desirable.
Experience with process improvement projects i.e. improving yields, reducing downtime
Proven ability to work hands-on in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication (written and verbal) and personal interaction skills
Knowledge of high reliability, high volume manufacturing equipment and processes
Technical writing skills as applied to manufacturing documentation and process development - Experienced in the creation and revision of technical documentation