Production Supervisor; Maple Plain, MN

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R88410
** Life Unlimited.
** At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

As part of the
** Integrity Orthopaedics team**,
** Smith+Nephew’s latest acquisition**, the Production Supervisor will lead, coach, and develop the hourly operations team to deliver against SQDC goals (Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost) across the manufacturing facility. This role partners cross-functionally with Materials, Engineering, Quality, and Safety to achieve operational targets while maintaining strict adherence to FDA and GMP requirements.

The Production Supervisor plays a critical role in scaling operations, owning workforce development through recruiting, structured onboarding, and continuous training to build a high-performing, quality-driven production team.
** Integrity Orthopaedics
** transformed soft tissue repair with a patented, FDA-cleared system designed to improve surgical fixation and long-term healing in rotator cuff repair.
** Now part of Smith+Nephew**, we are expanding production to support a broader commercial launch and drive operational excellence across the organization.
* Lead production teams to meet daily and weekly production plans while achieving Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) objectives.
* Ensure full compliance with FDA, GMP, and company quality system requirements. Promote a culture where compliance and patient safety are non-negotiable.
* Drive safety performance by enforcing standards, leading incident investigations, completing reports, and actively supporting HSE initiatives.
* Conduct daily management meetings and maintain visual performance metrics to drive accountability and continuous improvement.
* Own shift/area performance, ensuring production schedules are met through optimal use of labor, equipment, and materials.
* Champion 5S and standard work implementation to improve organization, efficiency, and workplace discipline.
* Collaborate with Quality to investigate internal and external defects, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
* Work cross-functionally with Planning and Warehouse teams to improve flow, ensure on-time delivery, and optimize inventory levels.
* Support Manufacturing Engineering initiatives to improve productivity, reduce cost, and enhance process capability.
* Lead rapid scaling of the production team to meet increasing demand. Own interviewing, hiring, and onboarding to build a high-performing, quality-driven workforce.
* Lead and develop team members through training plans, performance management, coaching, and structured development plans.
* Manage workforce planning including scheduling, overtime planning, attendance tracking, and performance evaluations.
* Address personnel matters proactively and professionally, including coaching, corrective action, and recommendations related to hiring, advancement, or termination.
* Provide hands-on leadership on the production floor, troubleshooting operational issues and driving timely resolution of equipment, productivity, and quality concerns.
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* Education:

*** Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related fields strongly recommended.
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* Experience:

*** At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing operations environment within the medical device industry or other highly regulated industries
* At least 2 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
** Knowledge:
*** Basic knowledge on Operation Finances, i.e. absorptions, variances, costs accounting, etc.
* Strong Excel spreadsheet skills.
* Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal form.
* Able to read and interpret engineering prints.
** Competences:
*** Ability to work cross-functionally across multiple disciplines
* Ability to inform, convince, and persuade others to take action on key initiatives
* Results-oriented with a focus on process improvement
** You Unlimited.
** We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our…