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Location and Compensation
Buffalo, NY * Be part of an exciting journey as we prepare for production at our new facility in the Western New York Science & Technology Advanced Manufacturing Park (STAMP).
Edwards Genesee location address: 6685 Crosby Rd Basom, NY 14013
Salary Range: $89,590 - $111,990
Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location.
Your role
As an Assembly & Test Manager, your mission is to lead and drive performance in the Dry Pump Assembly & Test Cell, including oversight of a robotic paint shop. You will report to the Operations Manager.
You will:

1. Manage and administer staff with particular emphasis on (a) the correct composition and headcount within the team, (b) the motivation and morale of employees, (c) personal development and, where, appropriate, career aspirations of each member of the team.

1. Ensure regular communications with all employees are maintained in line with the Company and the Operation functions strategy. To foster upward communication.

1. Continue to develop a team culture which is customer focused with a primary emphasis upon improved flexibility of operations (indirect as well as direct).

1. Achieve agreed due date, quality, Health & Safety, housekeeping, cost reduction and new product introduction targets.

1. Develop and promote the application of the continuous improvement process, both as a means of effective productivity improvement and as a method by which employee involvement in problem solving is increased. To develop and implement adequate and visible measures that are linked to continuous improvement.

To succeed, you will need
The ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employees or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
You have 5 years of managerial experience

• Experience of managing and motivating teams - Experience in leading quality and other improvement projects.
• Lean Managenent experience and/or Six Sigma.
• Experience in facilitating and leading continuous improvement activities.
• Has continuous improvement mindset.
• Experienced in problem solving.
• Experience in leading large groups.
• KPI creation and execution.

***Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.***
Physical Demands
This role involves a mix of desk-based engineering tasks, on-site inspections, and interaction with manufacturing processes, requiring moderate physical activity in varied environments.

• Sitting/Stationary Positioning: Remains in a seated position frequently (about 40-50% of the time) for tasks such as designing, analyzing data, or using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Hand and Finger Use/Dexterity: Uses hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls occasionally to moderately (30-40% of the time), with manual dexterity and arm-hand steadiness for tasks like sketching, operating computers, or handling small tools; near vision required for detailed drawings or screens.
• Standing/Walking: Traverses moderate distances or remains in an upright stationary position frequently (30-40% of the time) to inspect production lines, collaborate with teams, or evaluate equipment on the shop floor.
• Moving Objects/Lifting/Carrying: Occasionally moves, transports, or positions objects weighing up to 20 pounds, such as tools, prototypes, or materials, during inspections or testing; requires minimal to moderate exertion for pushing or pulling equipment.
• Bending/Twisting/Reaching: Positions self by bending, twisting, or stretching the body occasionally (20-30% of the time) to access equipment, inspect machinery, or reach workstations; moderate flexibility needed.
• Repetitive Motions: Performs repetitive actions occasionally (20-30% of the time), such as typing or adjusting equipment, requiring sustained focus but minimal stamina compared to manual labor roles.

Other Environmental Factors: Frequently exposed to moderate noise levels (e.g., machinery, production environments) and occasionally to contaminants or hazardous equipment (20-30% of the time); may wear protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses, hard hats, or hearing protection) when on the shop floor (30-50% of the time); works in both office and manufacturing settings with constant interaction with others.
Benefits Summary
Benefits Summary:
Annual Variable Compensation Bonus, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with Company Match, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Paid Floating Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, Training and Development, Parental Leave, Disability Benefits, Life and AD&D Insurance.
What you can expect from us:

• Excellent working conditionsand benefits.
• Part of the Atlas Copco Group with a wide-reaching internal job market.
• Work in a global, diverse and dynamic environment.
• You can grow with us: we always look for internal candidates before checking the market and have training and development programs.
• We have a friendly, family-like atmosphere - and that is not just a claim on the wall, it's a true fact.
• You can be creative and promote your own ideas.
• Every day brings new challenges and new things to learn.

We're an Equal Opportunity Employer
Edwards Company considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws.
No person shall be denied the equal protection of the laws of this state or any subdivision thereof. No person shall, because of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, creed [or], religion, or sex, including sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy outcomes, and reproductive healthcare and autonomy, be subjected to any discrimination in [his or her] their civil rights by any other person or by any firm, corporation, or institution, or by the state or any agency or subdivision of the state, pursuant to law.
Edwards is a global leader of vacuum and abatement systems.We are proud to lead the industry, pushing the boundaries of science to deliver innovative products which are intrinsic to everyday life, working in partnership with our customers and continually setting new standards.With over 150 years of rich heritage, Atlas Copco Group is the partner of choice for tens of thousands of customers in critical applications around the world.Vacuum is required in diverse sectors, from the generation of power to the production of steel, to the challenging environments of space simulation and high energy physics research.
At Edwards, we believe there is always a better way.Our employees are full of ideas. When looking to add a new team member, we are looking for someone that can appreciate what the Edwards Team has done and bring their new ideas and perspective to enhance where we can go.At Edwards you get to be part of something big; we work globally, but also get the opportunity make a difference locally in our own discipline.We work hard to attract, motivate, develop and retain the best talent from the diversity of people across the globe. Our vision to beFirst in Mind, First in Choicerelies on this strategy.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For more information about Edwards visit our website: www.edwardsvacuum.com
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