Production Supervisors

Job Description
Sr. Production Supervisor
About the Organization
Harmac Medical Products, Inc, 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 privately held company provides innovative technical solutions and manufacturing services for leading Fortune 500 med-tech companies and high potential start-ups. Harmac's mission is to change the lives of patients, employees and the communities in which we 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
Description
Job Summary
The Sr. Production Supervisor monitors the manufacturing processes critical to the company's operation. 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.
- Responsible for the training of Operators, Beetles, and Trainers Product management team member.
- Provides thorough and accurate data for incident investigations.
- Ensures adherence to STM. 389 and MNG.006.
- 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.
- Scheduling operations, including production, OQ, IQ, and PQ for their area
- Responsible for changeover improvement plans, performance tracking, and cell improvements
- Monitor job processes
- Hourly 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 Harmac'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. The supervisors' responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Carrying out safety policy and procedures as directed by the department manager.
- Promoting and maintaining enthusiasm with respect to safety.
- Conducting thorough accident investigations and submitting them to appropriate personnel on a timely basis.
- Conduct periodic safety inspections of their areas.
- Assuring that employees are provided with and wear proper protective equipment.
- Participate in Job Hazard Analysis, by identifying and documenting any safety concerns.
- Participating in safety meetings and providing ideas to improve the safety function.
Why work at Harmac?
Harmac provides our employees with more than just a great place to work. Our comprehensive benefits package, employee wellness program, and a suite of perks help our people to get the most out of their workplace experience. Harmac offers the following perks and benefits to all employees:
- 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 knowledge 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.
This position is currently accepting applications.