Production Supervisor

The primary purpose of this position is to effectively manage in a medical device environment focused on high quality. This position will be responsible for consistently meeting safety, productivity, quality and delivery goals and ensuring accuracy of required documentation for the business.

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in technical or business related field. Engineering degree preferred.
• Minimum Experience: 1-3 years manufacturing experience with progressive responsibilities and leadership experience.

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Experience in management of production schedules, reading technical documents and blueprints preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and Quality systems preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills required and the ability to maximize asset utilization required.

• KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Adheres to the company's Core Beliefs and all safety and quality requirements.
  2. Provides direction in the resolution of technical and production-related problems to assure completion of weekly schedules that meet or exceed Company and Customer expectations.
  3. Monitors the alignment of product or line(s) with master production schedule and material planning to meet production goals.
  4. Monitors departmental performance measures, including visual controls and provides regular progress reports.
  5. Supervises Associates in a manner that fosters a safe work environment, self-directed team approach and maintains a union free work environment and ensures adherence to company policies and procedures.
  6. Provides continuous communication to Plant management on production, facility and Associate accomplishments and/or concerns.
  7. Identifies, arranges and/or provides training to ensure a safe, efficient, quality work environment with focus on continuous improvement through Lean manufacturing principles.
  8. Facilitates communication, coordination and conflict resolution within and among work groups.
  9. Provides leadership to Associates in all areas including: hiring, performance management, coaching, counseling, and corrective actions.
  10. Assists in the analysis of production and related processes and makes recommendations on improvements and organization of process improvement activity through the application of Six-Sigma & Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
  11. Performs other functions as required.