Operations Supervisor, Machine

About Us

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions provides solutions for orthopedic implant procedures enabling a longer, active life. The Lansing facility specializes in the forging and machining of hip and knee implants across our 3 campus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop team members following the One Orchid global talent management approach to select, manage, and develop our best team.
• Ensure the growth of our positive business culture through behaviors that align with our core values and leadership competencies.
• Provide direction to employees directly engaged in shop-floor processes or operations.
• Ensure that the process/area maintains operations by managing employee performance and absences.
• Review production schedules, assign work, coordinate set-up, and ensure that materials are available to complete scheduled work.
• Supervise work activities and resourcing for manufacturing products in accordance with cost, quality, and quantity specifications under the guidance of the Manager of Operations.
• Manage labor and resource requirements such as materials, headcount, overtime needs, and equipment.
• Recommend measures to improve production methods, worker performance, quality, and delivery of product.
• Utilize knowledge of continuous improvement concepts to improve plant efficiency and productivity using the A3 process.
• Coordinate and monitor workflow through cells/departments to ensure established task times are met.
• Move work and create production gaps as required for maintenance to complete repairs or preventative maintenance.
• Report department metrics and lead daily Gemba walks and lean daily management (LDM).
• Keep the Manager, Operations promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters of significance.
• Establish or adjust work priorities to meet production schedules.
• Collaborate in the development and implementation of procedures and ensure compliance.
• Manage employee performance, reward high performers, and address underperforming employees.
• Write and deliver performance evaluations and development plans, utilizing feedback from Team Leads.
• Address employee issues, escalate and/or redirect as needed, and involve Human Resources when necessary.
• Participate in the selection of talent for the organization, including hiring and termination decisions.
• Continuously develop the team by ensuring employees have the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to be successful in their roles.
• Identify skill gaps and develop/implement action plans to address and eliminate these gaps.
• Consult with others regarding policies, procedures, specifications, and other customer & quality requirements.
• Enforce the 6S policy and overall cleanliness of the facility.
• Manage safety non-compliance in a timely manner and work with team leads to adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure team members adhere to standard operating procedures (standard work).
• Participate in daily production meetings/communications and conduct Team Lead meetings.
• Proactively eliminate hazards within departments and ensure safe operating practices are demonstrated.
• Engage in complex problem-solving and decide on actions to take (e.g., Kaizen).
• Participate in planning and equipment maintenance and repairs to support the production schedule.
• Oversee and manage maintenance of all equipment, including preventive and predictive repairs.
• Keep the Manager, Operations informed of and track machine breakdown reasons, working to prevent them.
• Oversee the training of new employees on standard work instructions, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure required training is provided and validate the effectiveness of training.
• Proactively lead activities to eliminate scrap and improve product quality through problem-solving and investigation.
• Achieve productivity targets consistently and actively pursue continuous improvement.
• Oversee the operations of a large and/or complex area.
• Lead safety by example, complying with safe practices and ensuring employee compliance.
• Support quality and compliance by adhering to all Quality Management Systems (QMS) documentation requirements.
• Establish/support plans to meet/exceed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Quality that support Safety, Compliance, Six Sigma Quality, On-Time Delivery (OTD), and financial objectives.
• Ensure team members have the required knowledge and skills prior to performing job duties independently, including conducting, documenting, and evaluating training effectiveness.
• Maintain work area, tools, and equipment in a clean and organized condition.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent (Required)
• Associate’s degree (Preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree (Preferred)
• 3+ years of experience in a leadership role (Required)
• Manufacturing experience (Required)
• Machining experience (Preferred)
• Experience in an FDA-regulated environment (Preferred)

Skills

• Active Learning - Extensive Experience
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail - Extensive Experience
• Coaching - Subject-Matter Expertise
• Communication - Extensive Experience
• Computer Knowledge - Extensive Experience
• Data Entry - Working Experience
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking - Extensive Experience
• Effective Presentations - Extensive Experience
• Hand Dexterity - Basic Knowledge
• Information Capture - Working Experience
• Interpersonal Communication - Extensive Experience
• Leadership - Extensive Experience
• Lean Manufacturing - Extensive Experience
• Managing Multiple Priorities - Extensive Experience
• Manufacturing Industry - Extensive Experience
• Manufacturing Regulatory Environment - Extensive Experience
• Manufacturing Safety - Extensive Experience
• Mathematical Ability - Working Experience
• Operational Functions - Extensive Experience
• Performance Management and Development - Working Experience
• Quality Management - Extensive Experience
• Problem Solving - Extensive Experience
• Standard Operating Procedures - Extensive Experience
• Team Management and Team Building - Extensive Experience
• Time Management - Extensive Experience
• Training - Extensive Experience
• Visual Quality Assurance - Working Experience

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including performance bonuses, insurance, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off
• Opportunity to work in a growing company
• Ability to help people live a longer, more active life
• Work in an organization that values integrity, teamwork, and results

Additional Requirements

Candidates offered employment may be required to submit to a pre-employment background check and pre-employment drug-screening based on position requirements. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States through eVerify.