Production Supervisor

About us:

For over three decades, Cirtec Medical has been a leading outsourcing partner for complex medical devices. We specialize in providing comprehensive solutions for Class II and III devices, from design and development to precision components and finished device assembly. Our expertise spans neuromodulation, implantable drug delivery, cardiac rhythm management, structural heart, mechanical circulatory support, and minimally invasive surgical systems.

Our dedicated teams prioritize growth, innovation, and collaboration. We actively seek opportunities for improvement to enhance our support for clients. If you embrace a growth mindset and thrive on challenges, you may be a perfect fit for our team!

Position Summary:

This position is primarily responsible to direct the development and implementation of activities in production area(s) to meet production goals, quality, and cost objectives. Plan, organize and schedule production activities to meet customer demands. Provide direction, leadership, and motivation to production personnel, including training and assistance with adhering to the quality system.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and direction across the associated shift(s) ensuring proper levels of production and quality are met.
• Responsible for ensuring conformance to all company policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Plan, organize, and schedule production activities (including personnel and equipment) to meet schedules for both standard production and development projects.
• Coordinate hiring and training of new employees along with recording the status of the training.
• Coordinate job rotations and cross training.
• Prepare and submit performance reports along with determining what increases employees will receive based on performance.
• Regularly communicate team performance to employees and management.
• Preemptively coordinate material and system requirements to ensure minimum amount of downtime and recommend measures to improve production methods, yields, and the quality of product
• Maintain production goals and deadlines. Preemptively coordinate material and system requirements to ensure minimum amount of downtime and recommend measures to improve production methods, yields, and the quality of product.
• Manage production personnel, including planning personnel needs, participating in the hiring process, and managing performance.
• Conduct daily team meetings for proper communication and development of production team.
• Develop in depth knowledge of production processes and associated equipment. Troubleshoot manufacturing issues as part of maintaining production schedule and developing self-reliance among production technicians/operators.
• Contribute to development, maintenance, and follow up of production metrics.
• Plan, implement, and maintain the production environment with focus on safety, cleanliness, and organization.
• Participate on and lead teams that improve safety, quality, and reliability in the production area, as well as teams that support cost saving and team building initiatives (QDC).
• Plan and implement technical skills training for production personnel, including generic and product specific skills. Act as trainer when necessary.

Must Have:

• Associates degree or equivalent experience in a related field
• Minimum 3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a medical device manufacturing environment
• Computer literate (MS Office Suite, Syteline)
• Understanding and implementation of Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma for process improvement and problem solving.
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP business functions.
• Able to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Must be able to read blueprints and interpret technical specifications and illustrations.
• Experience in technical report writing and verbal communication skills.
• Be able to read, write and speak fluent English.

Good to have:

• Medical device experience

Competitive market salary range from $60,000 to $85,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

Cirtec Medical Corporation considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation,…