Production Supervisor - 1st Shift - CPS Recruitment

Sr. Production Supervisor

About the Client
Our client, based in Buffalo, N.Y., is a leading, award-winning contract manufacturer of single-use medical devices, serving the global marketplace for more than 40 years. With manufacturing locations in the U.S., Ireland, and Mexico, the company provides innovative technical solutions and manufacturing services for leading Fortune 500 med-tech companies and high potential start-ups. The mission is to change the lives of patients, employees, and the communities in which they work.

EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Category: Operations
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Shift: Days
Number of Openings: 1
Salary Range: Starting Wage: $85-95K

Job Summary
The Sr. Production Supervisor monitors the manufacturing processes critical to the company's operation while adhering to Good Manufacturing Processes and meeting the requirements of our Quality Management System. The schedule will be 1st shift (6:30 am to 3:30 pm).

Job Duties

• Managing people; consistent policy deployment (safety, absenteeism, interviewing, termination, operator discipline, systems).
• Verifies that paperwork for jobs is filled out accurately and completely to meet scrutiny of our customers and the FDA.
• Responsible for assuring training of all personnel in the cleanrooms.
• Product management team member. Provides thorough and accurate data for incident investigations. Ensures adherence to STM. 389 Process Setup/Manufacturing Procedure and MNG.006 Defect Tracking.
• Leverages structured problem-solving tools (i.e., A3, fishbone, 5 Why) in corrective action responses to NMR’s and CPAR’s.
• Accountable for business metrics (safety, quality, delivery, and cost).
• Constant communication with the Team Leads and Operations Managers.
• Responsible for developing Team Leaders, Assistant Team Leaders.
• Handles personnel issues as they arise and collaborates with Human Resources as needed to prevent further escalation.
• Scheduling operations, including production, and various validation protocols.
• Responsible for changeover improvement plans, performance tracking, and cell improvements.
• Monitor job processes and adherence to validated standards.
• Daily timekeeping approval.
• Design the room schedule based on demand, constraints, etc. React to change in regard to scheduling (change in demand, change in resources, etc.).
• Lead continuous improvement activities for their assigned room using lean manufacturing tools to eliminate waste.
• Conduct quality audits.
• Leads rounds process for their area (visual boards maintained, task trackers, etc.).
• Well-versed in all 3 production rooms and able to manage off shifts as needed.
• Demonstrates the client’s core values of honesty, integrity, and respect.
• Other duties as assigned.

Safety Responsibilities
Supervisors are responsible for ensuring that all employees comply with safety rules and regulations. Supervisors have the authority to take corrective action as appropriate. Responsibilities include carrying out safety policy and procedures as directed by the department manager, promoting and maintaining enthusiasm with respect to safety, conducting thorough accident investigations, conducting periodic safety inspections, assuring that employees are provided with and wear proper protective equipment, participating in Job Hazard Analysis, and participating in safety meetings and providing ideas to improve safety.

Why Work at Our Client?
Our client provides more than just a great place to work. Their comprehensive benefits package, employee wellness program, and a suite of perks help employees get the most out of their workplace experience. They offer:

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401K
• Paid holidays and vacations
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Quarterly bonuses
• Peer recognition initiatives
• Summer scholarships for children and grandchildren of employees
• On-site gym
• Employee of the Month program
• Daily free fruit and on-site cafeteria

Starting Pay: $85-95K

Position Requirements

Skills/Technical Skills

• Communication and people skills
• Lean Manufacturing, 6 Sigma, Black Belt preferred
• Leadership
• Experience with MRP systems
• Computer skills required, including Microsoft Office Applications, Lotus Notes, and E-mail.
• Ability to work any shift, including 2nd and 3rd shifts.

Knowledge

• Understands regulated type industries- FDA, FAA, ISO
• Knowledge of medical device manufacturers and supplies preferred
• World-class manufacturing knowledge preferred

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university.
• Engineering degree a plus.

Experience

• 7+ years prior experience managing people, planning, scheduling, working with DHRs/Travelers, and implementing lean preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.