Production Superintendent (Night shift - 3pm - 12am) - Argon Medical Devices Inc

Argon Medical Devices is a global manufacturer of specialty medical products, headquartered in Plano, Texas.  Argon offers a broad line of medical devices for Interventional Radiology, Vascular Surgery, Interventional Cardiology and Oncology.  Argon’s brand is recognized for best-in-class products that improve patient outcomes via percutaneous, image-guided procedures.  Our values describe what we believe in and how we operate. These values are our moral compass which guide our decisions and define the deeply held beliefs and principles of our organizational culture. Argon Medical is a family of individuals united by a mission and culture which continue to grow stronger every day.

                               ARGON MEDICAL DEVICES IS NOT LEVERAGING SEARCH FIRMS

Lead and supervise production personnel, ensuring efficient and effective execution of all production activities and adherence to established schedules, quality standards, and safety protocols.

Hours: 3:00pm - 12:00am

• Develop, implement, and monitor production plans and processes, ensuring continuous improvement in productivity, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct regular production audits and identify areas for improvement, implementing corrective and preventative actions as needed such as root cause analysis and failure investigations.
• Monitor and maintain production equipment, ensuring proper functioning and adherence to preventative maintenance schedules.
• Oversee inventory management, including requisitioning materials, managing stock levels, and minimizing waste, including quarterly cycle counts completed in assigned areas.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as engineering, quality control, sales, and purchasing, to ensure smooth operations and seamless product flow.
• Identify and address production issues promptly, minimizing downtime and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products.
• Manage cost center to FY plan budget.
• Foster a positive and productive work environment, promoting teamwork, open communication, and employee development.
• Maintain a strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and all relevant regulatory requirements for medical devices.
• Participate in kaizen events and lean projects.
• Prepare and maintain accurate production reports and documentation.

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in a production supervisory role in a manufacturing or industrial setting required.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proven track record in improving production efficiency and quality.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant production software. 

Supervisory responsibilities

• Ability to lead and motivate a diverse team of production workers, supervisors, and support staff.
• Provide clear direction, guidance, and support to achieve production goals and targets.