Production Supervisor

Erbe USAorporated•Tempe, AZ

69d•Hybrid

About The Position

Oversee daily production activities in a medical device manufacturing environment, ensuring the efficient and safe production of high-quality medical devices. This role involves managing production staff, coordinating workflow, and ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulations, and company policies. The ideal candidate will have experience in medical device manufacturing, strong leadership skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalency
7+ years of Lead Operator experience in manufacturing or equivalent experience
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
6+ MRP/ERP experience
6+ years of clean room experience
Medical device industry or regulated industry experience
Experience following work instructions, process documentation, and procedures to ensure safe working conditions
A team-driven attitude to work together and support department initiatives such as 5S and Total Productive Maintenance Systems (TPM)
The ability to complete production paperwork which includes inventory accurately
Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills
Strong organizational skills
Must be dependable, reliable and have a good work ethic
Detail oriented – quality and precision focused
Ability to remain flexible and open to change within a fluid global industry
Strong communication skills to interact with team members, supervisors, and other departments
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency with manufacturing software (e.g., ERP) and the ability to read and interpret technical documents
Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Employees must not be specifically barred from working with Federal contracts, government entities or otherwise listed on excluded parties list as maintained by the Federal government.

Nice To Haves

Problem Solving/Analysis
Results Driven
Detail Orientation
Customer Focus
Technical Capacity
Communication Proficiency

Responsibilities

Operate, inspect, and troubleshoot production line machinery and/or assemblies.
Supervise and lead the day-to-day operation of the production line, ensuring production schedules are met efficiently and on time.
Ensure the production process follows established work instructions, regulatory requirements, and quality standards (FDA, ISO, etc.).
Monitor production performance, track production yields, and address any deviations from standard procedures.
Lead, train, and mentor a team of production workers to maintain a high level of performance, safety, and morale.
Ensure all staff are trained on equipment, processes, safety protocols, and quality requirements.
Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide feedback for improvement.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and ensure employee compliance with company policies and procedures.
Ensure adherence to quality control standards by monitoring in-process inspections and final product reviews.
Work closely with the Quality Assurance department to investigate non-conformances, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
Maintain accurate records of production data, quality inspections, and any incidents that may impact product quality or safety.
Enforce all safety procedures and ensure a safe working environment for the production team.
Stay up to date with relevant regulations, including FDA, ISO 13485, and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and ensure the team complies with these standards.
Investigate and report any safety hazards or incidents to the appropriate departments and work on resolutions.
Ensure timely availability of materials and components required for production.
Coordinate with the materials and supply chain departments to monitor stock levels and prevent delays due to material shortages.
Oversee proper documentation of material usage and assist in managing waste reduction.
Identify opportunities for process improvements in efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to implement new manufacturing processes or technologies.
Contribute to the development and implementation of lean manufacturing principles.
Follow and enforce all established safety, health, quality GMPs and all applicable SOPs.
Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs.