Cell Lead 4th shift

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 Cell Lead I will be responsible for coordinating, monitoring, and leading the activities of a cellular work team in support of assigned goals and objectives in a manufacturing environment, working with a variety of production machinery and equipment.

The 4th shift work schedule is Friday–Saturday–Sunday 6am to 6:30pm with flexibility to overlap with 5th shift as needed.

• Execute to the production schedule
• Schedule employees to run equipment and jobs
• Ensure the area has the materials and supplies to meet production needs
• Ensure jobs are complete and meet quality standards and on time
• Ensure machinery and equipment is running efficiently and effectively
• Provide employees on–the–job training and mentoring
• Ensure employees are following work instructions and processes
• Provide daily updates through the Tier I process
• Communicate production issues, schedules, and priorities within and between teams
• Implement process improvements
• Provide employees with goals, performance initiatives and areas of accountability that are directly aligned with the goals of the company
• Ensure employees are following company guidelines, policies, and procedures
• Manage the manufacturing ERP systems for production
• 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

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3 years of manufacturing experience
• Knowledge of manufacturing machinery, equipment, and processes
• Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements
• Ability to manage relationships and team facilitation
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks
• Ability to take direction from and give input to the next level leader
• Ability to collaborate and assist team members
• Ability to cross‑train in other areas of production when required

• Business/technical degree
• Supervisory experience
• Medical manufacturing experience
• Familiar with ISO and FDA requirements
• Certifications in a related field

USD $23.00 - $30.00 /Hr.

This pay range reflects the base hourly rate or annual salary for positions within this job grade, based on our market‑based pay structures. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions. While the full hiring range is shared for transparency, offers are rarely made at the minimum or maximum of the range.

• 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution
• Onsite health clinics
• Discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service)
• Cretex University
• 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost
• Wellness program with incentives
• Employee death benefit
• Employee sick and safe leave

• Comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers
• Dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100% for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider)
• Vision insurance
• Pre‑tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre‑tax reimbursement accounts
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Discretionary profit sharing program

• Parental Leave
• Accident and critical illness benefits
• Optional employee, spouse, and child life
• Short and long term disability
• Company provided life insurance
• Tuition assistance programs

(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)

Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their 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.

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