Machining & Assembly Shift Supervisor (1st Shift)
Core
Frontline leader responsible for safe, efficient, and compliant execution of machining and assembly production activities.
Role type
Shift Supervisor (Manufacturing)
Builds
Specialty surgical products for orthopedic, neuro, thoracic, and spine surgeries
Domain
Medical device manufacturing (regulated environment)
Deliverable
production features
Required skills
Lean Manufacturing principles, ERP/MES systems, problem-solving, shift operations management, team coaching, quality compliance, 5S/visual management
Preferred skills
Degree in Manufacturing/Engineering, regulated industry experience (medical device/aerospace), high-mix low-volume production
Technologies
ERP, MES
Responsibilities
Lead shift operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals; Maintain safe and 5S-compliant work environment; Execute daily production plans and coordinate shift handoffs; Supervise, coach, and develop operators and leads; Monitor production performance and lead problem-solving to remove bottlenecks; Drive Lean and continuous improvement efforts; Optimize labor, machines, and material availability; Partner with planning and engineering teams; Ensure compliance with quality system requirements.