Production Supervisor

Werfen•San Diego, CA

2d•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong. Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care. Overview Position Summary: The Cuvettes Production Supervisor is responsible for daily production and inventory management ensuring goals are met, quality, production, efficiency, and timely delivery of existing and new/modified products to stock. The Cuvettes Supervisor is also responsible for leading department staff in support of manufacturing activities. This role will oversee our 2nd shift. Hours: Monday-Friday, 2:00pm-10:30pm. The annual base salary range for this role is currently $80,000 to $90,000. This is a bonus-eligible position. Individual employee compensation will ultimately depend on factors including education, relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, and particular business needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; additional training/education a plus.
Minimum of five (5) years previous related manufacturing experience within a regulated medical device manufacturing or pharmaceutical environment.
Previous lead or supervisory experience, including experience with staffing and time management.
Demonstrated ability to support business goals and objectives related to cost and manufacturing processes.
Understanding of coagulation-based manufacturing processes and company products.
Good understanding of GDP, GMP, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), FDA, and ISO.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience with large Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) system.
Good written and verbal communication.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to identify and correct problems.
Good leadership abilities.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles preferred.

Responsibilities

Execute assigned weekly production plan as per weekly schedule.
Ensure all department work is done in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and all related standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Continually work to achieve assigned production goals; meet unscheduled peaks in workload as necessary to ensure timely release of product and to avoid back orders.
Manage inventory to insure quality, production, and efficiency.
Maintain adequate staffing needs in support of business objectives; work to avoid overtime hours, achieve assigned production goals, meet unscheduled peaks in workload, ensure timely release of product, and to avoid back orders. Coordinate qualification and validation trials.
In accordance with company policy, process and approve staff work hours in companys time-clock system; approve time off requests ensuring business needs are continually met.
Maintain effective manufacturing and control of products in compliance with all established manufacturing specifications and control procedures.
Identify department training needs and implement appropriate training measures; mentor and train staff to enhance both individual and department performance.
Oversee maintenance of department training records.
Identify and address staffing needs with management.
Continually evaluate performance of direct reports; take appropriate disciplinary action in accordance with company policy as necessary.
Ensure safe working conditions throughout the department at all times ensuring adherence to all safety policies and procedures; work with management to identify and address safety matters and concerns.
Ensure support for the transfer of technology (product) to routine manufacturing; evaluate new technologies and the pilot work that is required to assure minimum problems with initial and subsequent manufacturing.
Manage special projects as assigned by management.
Ensure accurate records and documentation in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and all related SOPs.
Identify production and manufacturing issues and work to implement corrective action.
Work cross-functionally to coordinate corrective action for technical problems related to raw materials, finished products; minimize rejects and field complaints.
Ensure and maintain compliance with the Companys quality system requirements through training and adherence to policies, procedures and processes.
Other duties as assigned.