Supervisor, Manufacturing

ICU Medical • Southington, CT

13d • $80,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The Supervisor, Manufacturing plans, leads, organizes, and directs production activities, including manufacturing subassemblies and finished products, rework, and related functions. The role is responsible for meeting production goals and schedules, maintaining quality standards, developing positive employee relations, directing the workforce, enforcing GMP, and addressing compliance requirements.

The position supervises and develops production staff, coordinates production operations and training, and responds to material shortages, equipment problems, personnel concerns, and production issues. It also supports compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and company policies relating to product manufacture, lot control, documentation, housekeeping, preventive maintenance, calibration, associate training, and safety. Work takes place around manufacturing equipment and may involve biohazards or chemicals, with environments ranging from clean rooms requiring proper gowning to open, potentially noisy production areas with moving equipment. Travel is typically less than 5% of the time.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Ability to read, interpret, and evaluate procedures and specifications.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service skills.
• Disciplined, logical, and self-motivated problem solver with troubleshooting ability, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree preferred.
• Three or more years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Previous experience in Production, Engineering, Quality, or Materials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with peers and subordinates to meet objectives for quality, timely product delivery, planned costs, and personnel development.
• Select and hire staff, provide training, evaluate performance, and issue corrective action as needed.
• Directly supervise and guide the production team; provide team building, coaching, and feedback to operators and technicians, and facilitate routine communication.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Manage changeovers, start-ups, specification changes, testing protocols, and trial or developmental production runs.
• Anticipate and respond to material shortages, equipment problems, and personnel concerns to minimize impacts on production schedules and goals.
• Ensure work-order-related documents are completed correctly and on time.
• Identify training needs and coordinate with the Business Unit Trainer to implement training.
• Exercise sound judgment and leadership in quality decisions.
• Lead the identification and resolution of problems affecting production and ensure production standards are consistently achieved.
• Use effective judgment when notifying appropriate parties of serious safety, personnel, or operational emergencies.
• Coordinate activities to ensure departmental compliance with Federal, State, Local, and Company requirements, including FDA, EPA, OSHA, ISO, and EEOC requirements and policies concerning manufacturing, lot control, documentation, housekeeping, preventive maintenance, calibration, associate training, and safety.
• Perform other duties as necessary or required without changing the basic scope of the position.
• Work on special projects as they arise.
• Demonstrate support through communication, attitude, dedication, commitment, respect, pride, and trust.

Benefits

• Competitive financial benefits, including a generous 401(k) match and, for eligible roles, an Annual Incentive Plan.
• A wide range of benefit options at affordable rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED