Production Supervisor - 9th Shift

Production Supervisor

About Cretex Medical Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry. Our customers view us as a trusted partner in the areas of injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping and device assembly. Learn more at

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating daily manufacturing operations to meet production goals in alignment with safety, quality, and delivery requirements. This role oversees production staff, ensures efficient use of resources, and drives continuous improvement in manufacturing methods and processes. The Production Supervisor promotes a safe, compliant, and high‑performing work environment while achieving production objectives at the lowest possible cost.

• 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
• Communicate and deliver employee communication tools for job performance including annual performance goals, employee recognition, training, and 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
• Lead project management activities and teams
• 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
• Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly
• Participate in the Operational Excellence Program

• 3+ years of experience leading processes and teams in a manufacturing environment, with a strong preference to have experience in the plastic injection within the medical device industry
• Proven experience to consistently achieve short and long‑term business results
• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced team environment
• Ability to prioritize and multitask

• Lean Practitioner Certification
• Associate Degree in a Business or Technical field
• Supervisory Certificates
• Functional experience
• Quality and/or Operational Excellence training such as Lean, Six‑sigma, ASQ‑CQE, etc.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001/13485
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Continuing Education; including participation in local chapters, associations, and/or organizations

USD $73,600.00 - $ per year.

All employees receive a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program, Cretex University, 24/7 employee assistance program, wellness program, employee death benefit, sick and safe leave, and other benefits. Employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance, HSAs and other benefits; employees working 30+ hours per week receive additional benefits including parental leave, accident & critical illness coverage, life insurance, disability, tuition assistance, etc.

Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law. Our company uses E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility for newly hired employees.