Production Supervisor - First Shift

About QTS

QTS offers critical end-of‑line services for medical device OEMs including finished device assembly, packaging and sterilization management. QTS was founded in 2001 and is part of the Cretex Medical family of companies.

• Purpose:
  
  To have a positive impact on people.
• Mission:
  Make it easier to get products to patients.

QTS offers critical end-of‑line services for medical device OEMs including finished device assembly, packaging and sterilization management. QTS was founded in 2001 and is part of the Cretex Medical family of companies.

• Purpose:
  
  To have a positive impact on people.
• Mission:
  Make it easier to get products to patients.
• Values:
  Integrity, Collaboration, Communication, Leadership

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Position Summary:

Responsible for directing and coordinating manufacturing processes and staff to ensure production objectives are achieved at the lowest cost consistent with customer delivery and quality requirements. This role drives continuous improvement to the methods of manufacturing and ensures a safe and procedural compliant work environment. This position is a First Shift position and will be based out of our facility located in West Bloomington, Minnesota (55438).

• Maintain workflow by monitoring steps of the process; setting processing variables; observing control points and equipment; monitoring personnel and resources; studying methods; implementing cost reductions; developing reporting procedures and systems; facilitating corrections to malfunctions within process control points; initiating and fostering a spirit of cooperation within and between departments.
• Ensure the production schedule is attained and issues are resolved in a timely manner.
• Maintain quality and safety by establishing and enforcing standards.
• Manage employee performance to include communicating and delivering annual performance goals, annual performance reviews, employee recognition, training, development, coaching and counseling.
• Lead staff through visual metrics and tiered accountability meetings.
• Monitor staffing levels and partner with Human Resources on talent management initiatives.
• Enforce company standards by following and enforcing policies and procedures.
• Complete special projects as needed.
• Drive process improvements in quality, delivery, inventory, and safety procedures.
• Ensure work instructions, set up sheets, and checklists are used and understood.
• Enter production information into the ERP system on a timely basis.
• Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements.
• Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work.
• Partner with other business segments: sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance.
• Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve.
• Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly.
• Participate in required company meetings.
• Maintain an organized work area (5S).
• Participate in the Operational Excellence Program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Production Supervisor I – 1st Shift – Requirements/Qualifications

• Ability to work required hours to support 1st shift. Actual hours worked on a given day may vary in terms of start and end time depending on the needs of the department and/or the business (e.g., meetings, trainings, etc.).
• 3+ years of experience leading processes and teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Review related manufacturing paperwork for accuracy.
• Ability to consistently achieve short and long-term business results.
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Teams).
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills; comfortable speaking in front of people/groups.
• Able to work independently, taking initiative, and following up on issues or concerns.
• Experience with progressive discipline.

• Associate Degree…