Supervisor II

Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry. Our customers view us as a trusted partner in injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping, and device assembly. www.cretexmedical.com

About the role

The Supervisor will direct and coordinate manufacturing processes and staff to ensure production objectives are achieved at the lowest cost consistent with customer delivery and quality requirements. This role drives continuous improvement to manufacturing methods and ensures a safe, procedural-compliant work environment. Available shift: 1st.

Responsibilities

• Maintain workflow by monitoring steps of the process; setting processing variables; observing control points and equipment; monitoring personnel and resources; studying methods; implementing cost reductions; developing reporting procedures and systems; facilitating corrections to malfunctions within process control points; initiating and fostering a spirit of cooperation within and between departments
• Ensure the production schedule is attained and issues are resolved in a timely manner
• Maintain quality and safety by establishing and enforcing standards
• Communicate and deliver employee communication tools for job performance, including annual performance goals, employee recognition, training and development, coaching, and counseling
• Lead staff through visual metrics and tiered accountability meetings
• Monitor staffing levels and partner with Human Resources on talent management initiatives
• Enforce company standards by following and enforcing policies and procedures
• Lead project management activities and teams
• Complete special projects as needed
• Drive process improvements in quality, delivery, inventory, and safety procedures
• Ensure work instructions, set-up sheets, and checklists are used and understood
• Enter production information into the ERP system on a timely basis
• Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
• Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work
• Partner with other business segments: sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance
• Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve
• Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly
• Participate in required company meetings
• Maintain an organized work area (5S)
• Participate in the Operational Excellence Program
• Complete all other work duties as assigned
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

Requirements

• Associate Degree in a Business or Technical field
• 5+ years of experience leading processes and teams in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to consistently achieve short and long-term business results
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Ability to prioritize and multitask

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean Practitioner Certification
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Operations, or an equivalent field
• Supervisory Certificates
• Functional experience with Quality and/or Operational Excellence training such as Lean, Six-Sigma, ASQ-CQE, etc.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001/13485
• Mechanical aptitude
• Continuing education, including participation in local chapters, associations, and/or organizations

What we offer

Cretex Medical values performance and fosters a positive work environment with a focus on continuous improvement. Employees have shared:

• “The culture at Cretex is collaborative. Everyone here is willing to help you whether it is a director, a machinist, or your boss. Everyone is always willing to help you figure out a project and get it done right.”
• “I would tell potential interns that Cretex is a great company to work for. It has set a high bar for corporate culture as well as the quality of work you can do. I would definitely recommend it.”
• “I learned that I really like the medical device industry. The importance and the gravity of what we do here is felt by the employees. You can have that passion in your work because you know what you are striving for is to save lives.”

Pay

Pay range: USD $82,600.00 - USD $123,800.00 per year. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions.

Benefits

All Employees:

• 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution
• Onsite health clinics
• Discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service)
• Cretex University
• 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost
• Wellness program with incentives
• Employee death benefit
• Employee sick and safe leave

Employees working 20+ hours per week:

• Comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers
• Dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in-network provider)
• Vision insurance
• Pre-tax health savings account
• Healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Discretionary profit-sharing program

Employees working 30+ hours per week:

• Parental Leave
• Accident and critical illness benefits
• Optional employee, spouse, and child life insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Company-provided life insurance
• Tuition assistance programs

(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)