Senior Technical Supervisor- 1st Shift

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on 22 Aug 2026.

About the role

Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year.

This role is based at Medtronic's OC Campus in Irvine, part of the Neuroscience Portfolio. Medtronic Neurovascular develops and markets medical technology, services, and solutions to treat patients afflicted with Acute Ischemic and Hemorrhagic Stroke worldwide. The OC Campus Strategy aims to harmonize standards and processes across four Orange County manufacturing sites: Santa Ana, Anaheim, Irvine, and San Juan Capistrano.

As the Senior Technical Supervisor for the Irvine - Toledo facility, you will lead, supervise, and direct manufacturing efforts on the 1st shift. This role is responsible for managing inventory control processes in distribution and third-party logistic operations, serving as an expert in supply chain logistics, and ensuring effective fulfillment of customer orders. You will develop self-audit schedules, train management staff, and maintain relationships with Business Unit supply chain and Customer Service operations. Additionally, you will support the management of Medtronic’s relationship with 3PL providers to ensure accurate and on-time shipment of products.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and direct manufacturing efforts, including training, developing, and motivating the workforce toward continuous quality improvement, a positive and safe working environment, and cost-effective operations.
• Streamline the production cycle of the manufacturing process.
• Minimize process waste, remove bottlenecks, and reduce cycle times to increase product flow and lower costs.
• Plan, propose, and execute value stream mapping and team-based continuous improvement events.
• Evaluate continuous improvement activities and implement plans to optimize performance and processes.
• Develop and implement activities in production areas to meet production goals, quality, and cost objectives.
• Prioritize production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply.
• Develop schedules and workforce requirements for assigned areas.
• Plan and administer procedures and budgets to improve schedule linearity, reduce cycle times and inventory, and enhance employee satisfaction.
• Conduct annual performance reviews, pay adjustments, and Individual Development Plans (IDPs) for direct reports.
• Deliver performance coaching and discipline to direct reports.
• Monitor product quality, react to quality incidents, and coordinate corrective actions.
• Conduct regular informational and improvement team meetings.
• Monitor compliance with safety rules, work expectations, and housekeeping standards.
• Select and develop personnel to ensure efficient operation of the production function.
• Manage regional inventory processes, validations, reconciliations, self-audit schedules, and internal training.
• Support the management of Medtronic’s relationship with 3PL providers.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant Medical Device manufacturing and supervisory experience, or a Master's degree with a minimum of 1 year of relevant Medical Device manufacturing and supervisory experience.
• Understanding of basic management approaches such as work scheduling, prioritizing, coaching, and process execution.
• For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Qualifications

• Nice to Have:
• BS degree in Engineering or Technical Sciences; Master’s degree preferred.
• Medical Device Manufacturing Experience.
• Excellent Leadership Skills, including experience leading a workforce of 100+ Operators and Technicians on 1st Shift.
• Understanding and experience with Neurovascular Technologies, Molding and Extrusion, and Heart Ventricular Assistive Devices (HVAD).
• CapEx Leadership experience.
• Extensive experience conducting Kaizen events and Gemba Walks.
• Technical competence to provide clear direction to Operators and Technicians.
• Previous Medtronic and/or Medical Device experience.
• DMAIC Lean / Six Sigma Certification.
• Experience with SAP, Agile documentation system, Trackwise – CAPA system, shift scheduling, and Kronos.
• Experience with interviewing, hiring, and training Operators and Technicians.
• Manufacturing Management experience within a controlled and regulated industry.
• Strong communication, writing, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, inventory management systems, and manufacturing execution systems.

Benefits

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to regular employees who work 20+ hours per week:

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account and Healthcare Flexible Spending Account.
• Life insurance and Long-term disability leave.
• Dependent daycare spending account and Tuition assistance/reimbursement.
• Simple Steps (global well-being program).
• Incentive plans, including the Operations Incentive Plan (OIP).
• 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match.
• Paid time off and Paid holidays.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums).
• Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

Note: Some benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Pay

Salary ranges for U.S. locations (excluding Puerto Rico) are $89,600.00 - $134,400.00 (USD). The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location.

Schedule

This is a 1st shift, onsite role requiring 5 days a week in-person at the Irvine - Toledo facility. In-person exchanges are integral to fostering professional growth and cross-functional collaboration.