Production Supervisor I

Cadence Inc•Cranberry, PA

47d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor leads and manages daily operations in our Class 7 cleanroom production areas, ensuring goals for safety, quality, output, and cost are consistently achieved. This hands-on leader supports and develops Production Associates to meet manufacturing targets and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This position oversees 2nd and 3rd shift production activities, coordinating resources, enforcing standards, and maintaining smooth handoffs between shifts. The ideal candidate combines strong leadership with operational expertise, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and teamwork.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment leading 20+ employees, ideally in assembly or medical device manufacturing.
Strong knowledge of production processes, documentation, and quality systems.
Excellent organizational and communication skills (verbal and written).
Proven ability to coach, delegate, and foster accountability in a team environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and time-keeping or ERP systems.
Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and implement process improvements.
Ability to work in both office and production floor environments, including time in a cleanroom.
Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. and perform tasks requiring bending, standing, or reaching under desks or equipment as needed.
Mobility to safely move throughout the facility and interact with team members across shifts.

Responsibilities

Supervise, motivate, and develop a team of 20+ Production Associates and Team Leads.
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and safety-first culture.
Support onboarding, training, and skill development of new and existing employees.
Plan, prioritize, and adjust production schedules to meet delivery goals.
Coordinate with upstream and downstream departments to ensure efficient workflow.
Monitor daily output, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions.
Ensure all production meets medical device quality standards and documentation requirements.
Partner with Quality and Engineering to resolve nonconformances and prevent recurrence.
Enforce adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Cleanroom procedures.
Champion a culture of safety; lead training and incident prevention efforts.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, EHS, and company safety policies.
Apply Lean and 5S principles to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve flow.
Engage team members in identifying process improvement opportunities.
Communicate clearly across shifts and departments to ensure alignment on goals and expectations.
Maintain accurate records for production output, quality, and attendance.
Report key metrics to Operations Manager and Site Leadership.
Ensure customer requirements and deadlines are consistently met.
Partner with management to identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency gains.