Production Supervisor - 1st shift

Argon Medical Devices, Inc.; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Production Supervisor for its medical-grade injection molding facility. This role involves overseeing production to ensure quality and regulatory compliance while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will bring several years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment and a deep understanding of injection molding processes.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of supervisory experience in regulated manufacturing.
• Knowledge of FDA regulations, ISO 13485, and GMP.
• Hands-on experience with injection molding machines.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production activities in a cleanroom environment.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, and GMP standards.
• Drive lean manufacturing initiatives to improve efficiency.

Skills

Supervisory Experience

Injection Molding Knowledge

Quality Systems Understanding

Lean Manufacturing Principles

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

Company Overview:

Argon Medical is a global manufacturer of specialty medical products, headquartered in Plano, Texas. Argon offers a broad line of medical devices for Interventional Radiology, Vascular Surgery, Interventional Cardiology and Oncology. Argon’s brand is recognized for best-in-class products that improve patient outcomes via percutaneous, image-guided procedures.Our values describe what we believe in and how we operate. These values are our moral compasses which guide our decisions and define the deeply held beliefs and principles of our organizational culture. Argon Medical is a family of individuals united by a mission and culture which continue to grow stronger every day.

ARGON MEDICAL DEVICES IS NOT LEVERAGING SEARCH FIRMS!

NO SOLICITATIONS ACCEPTED!

Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experiencedProduction Supervisorto lead operations in ourmedical-grade injection molding facility. This role is critical in ensuring the production of high-quality, regulatory-compliant components used in medical devices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in injection molding and a deep understanding of quality systems and cleanroom protocols.

What you will do:

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities in a cleanroom environment.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, and GMP standards.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust resources to meet delivery timelines.
• Lead and mentor production staff, promoting a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Engineering to resolve process deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate production documentation, including batch records and traceability logs.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure adherence to SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Drive lean manufacturing initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Coordinate and supervise the daily production activities of assigned staff.
• Ensure that production goals and objectives are met in a timely and efficient manner,
• Monitor production performance, identify areas of improvement, and take corrective action as needed.
• Ensure that production processes are carried out in accordance with established safety and quality standards.
• Develop and train employees to perform different jobs correctly and to build quality products efficiently.
• Monitor and document employee attendance and performance.
• Enforce company policies and procedures in a consistent and fair manner.
• Troubleshoot production issues and resolve them in a timely manner.
• Keep all required work-related records up to date.
• Keep respected area in compliance with the general manufacturing procedures.
• Recommend ways to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product.
• Report machine and equipment malfunctions to maintenance personnel through documented procedures.
• Follow all safety procedures.
• Proficient in all essential functions required in the molding operator job description.

Supervisory responsibilities:

• Team Leadership:Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop a diverse team in a fast-paced, regulated manufacturing environment.
• Decision-Making:Strong judgment and problem-solving skills with the ability to make timely decisions under pressure while maintaining compliance with medical manufacturing standards.
• Communication:Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey expectations, provide feedback, and collaborate across departments.
• Accountability:Holds self and team accountable for meeting production goals, quality standards, and safety protocols.
• Continuous Improvement:Champions lean manufacturing principles and fosters a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Training & Development:Provides coaching, mentoring, and training team members to build skills and support career growth.
• Conflict Resolution:Skilled in managing interpersonal conflicts and resolving issues constructively and professionally.
• Adaptability:Able to lead through change, manage shifting priorities, and maintain team morale during transitions or challenges.

Skills for Success:

• 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, preferably inmedical device injection molding.
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of production processes and equipment.
• Able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Hands-on experience with injection molding machines, tooling, and auxiliary equipment.
• Proven track record of managing teams in acleanroom or controlled environment.
• Familiarity withFDA regulations,ISO 13485, andGood Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Experience implementing and sustaininglean manufacturingandcontinuous improvementinitiatives.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, production scheduling, and quality documentation.