Production Supervisor - Weekend Days

Core Functions

• Provide daily leadership and supervision of production staff, coordinating labor, equipment, and resources to achieve production goals and build schedules.
• Set clear performance expectations, conduct performance reviews, coach, mentor, and develop team members.
• Build strong partnerships with manufacturing support teams, including Engineering, Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Human Resources, and other functional leaders.
• Establish team goals that align with organizational objectives while fostering employee growth, development, and accountability through regular feedback and performance discussions.
• Address performance concerns and workplace conflicts in a timely, professional, and constructive manner, leveraging available resources as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, regulatory, and company requirements.
• Lead or support investigations, resolutions, and documentation related to Nonconformance Reports (NCRs) and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs).
• Ensure manufacturing records and documentation are complete, accurate, and maintained in accordance with quality system requirements.
• Partner with training resources to identify training needs, ensure training effectiveness, and maintain required employee qualifications.
• Monitor, analyze, and communicate key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive operational performance and accountability.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives and process improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Champion continuous improvement and Lean manufacturing principles to drive operational excellence.
• Maintain a visible presence on the production floor, providing hands-on support and leadership to manufacturing teams.
• Collaborate with Research and Development teams to support the successful transfer and manufacturability of new products, processes, and components.
• Participate in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring activities to build and maintain a high-performing manufacturing team.

Qualifications: Background/Expertise

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) or equivalent experience in manufacturing, production, cleanroom operations, medical device manufacturing, or a related technical field may be considered in place of formal education.
• Minimum of two (2) years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience developing and improving manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing tools, including 5S, one-piece flow, and value stream mapping; hands-on experience preferred.
• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Proven ability to drive results and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Windows-based systems.
• Strong planning, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Adaptable, self-motivated, and able to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Works in an ISO Class 7 cleanroom environment.
• Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), which may include gloves, smock, hair covering, beard covering (if applicable), safety glasses and approved safety footwear.
• Must comply with company policies, cleanroom requirements, and applicable standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Additional PPE may be required depending on job duties and work area, including but not limited to cut-resistant gloves, face shields, heat-resistant gloves, and hearing protection.