Supervisor, Production Management - First Shift - Cordis

About Us:

Cordis is an independent, customer-focused global provider of interventional cardiovascular medical technologies. During our 60+ year history we’ve established a legacy of pioneering breakthrough technologies, including the first guiding catheters and coronary drug eluting stents. Cordis has built a strong global footprint that spans over 70 countries.

We’re teammates, not just employees.  Our culture empowers you to act like an owner and unleash your full potential in the process. With diverse teams on a global scale, we foster an inclusive atmosphere where everyone is embraced for who they are, their unique perspective, and what they bring to the table. We believe the richness of our experiences and backgrounds enhances the careers of our teammates, the service to our customers, and ultimately, the lives of our patients.

If you love a challenge and are ready to have a direct, positive impact on the lives of millions, then Cordis is just the place for you.  Join us, and let’s improve the wellbeing of millions, together.

We are the people behind the people who keep saving lives.

The Production Supervisor - 1st shift, will manage daily staffing needs of catheter or polymer manufacturing line to optimize overall team's quality, effectiveness, efficiency, and output. Track and report overall team/shift performance in key metrics.

Please note, at this time Cordis is not sponsoring applicants for any type of work visas. It is a condition of employment that an applicant is authorized to work in the U.S. 

• Daily presence in CER; provide supervision and performance management of production staff, including both day‐to‐day feedback and annual review process.
• Oversee ongoing day‐to‐day resource allocation for line production and related activities (including capacity planning and performing time studies)
• Develop personnel to increase their effectiveness in the organization (i.e. cross-training)
• Schedule production builds and manage kanban inventories efficiently to meet daily/weekly/monthly goals. Inform management of scheduling or production problems as they arise; develop potential resolutions to issues and work with support teams to correct issues.
• Work on various production issues where analysis of the situation or data requires determining and review of relevant factors. Exercise judgment within defined company procedures and policies to determine appropriate action.
• Initiate, develop, and drive implementation of procedures and processes needed to improve manufacturing quality/output/yields/etc.
• Identify potential production issues and develop solutions to prevent recurrences.
• Initiate, analyze data, and perform root cause investigation or tasks for NCMRs (Non‐Conforming Material Reports) and CAPA (Corrective Action, Preventative Action)
• Troubleshoot issues with minimal help from support groups; demonstrate initiative and a high level of problem solving skills
• Champion of cGMP and QSR concepts and procedures
• Champion 5S principles
• Champion Lean Manufacturing principles (including kaizen blitzes, IPK adherence, etc.)
• Lead and manage projects (as assigned). Develop resources to accomplish tasks and manage timelines to meet project goals
• Train production personnel to revisions/new releases of documentation
• Update procedures (as necessary) to ensure compliance with existing processes/new processes
• Provide feedback to Engineering groups during project/engineering builds
• Supervise personnel in multiple production areas; backfill for other supervisors when on vacation, etc.
• Able to multi‐task in a fast‐paced environment

• 7+ years of experience in a hands‐on role at a medical device/ pharmaceutical company (or equivalent industry) PLUS 3+ years of supervisory experience preferred
• AA degree or above preferred
• Experience in a Controlled Room environment, i.e cleanroom (CER)
• Must be able to multi‐task and operate in a fast paced environment with minimal training and supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to effectively interact with all levels of employees and management, both in the Manufacturing group and cross‐functionally
• Excellent computer skills ‐ including advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Strong Lean Manufacturing background preferred

Pay / Compensation
The expected pre-tax pay rate for this position is $80,500 - $108,000 - $123,000
Actual pay may fluctuate outside of the range depending on skills, education, experience, job-related knowledge and location.

Cordis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all teammates and applicants. At Cordis, our teammates all bring different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds, who share a passion for improving people's lives. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and many other parts of one’s identity. All our teammate’s points of view are key to our success, and we believe inclusion is everyone's responsibility. Together, we strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.