Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Viant Medical Inc.; Laconia (NH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the medical device industry is seeking a Production Team Coordinator to oversee operations and ensure quality and efficiency. The role requires coordinating team activities, resolving production challenges, and promoting safety and continuous improvement. Candidates should possess strong leadership and communication skills along with relevant experience in manufacturing.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Company-paid life insurance and disability benefits

Generous paid time off and paid holidays

401k Plan with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Home Ownership Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years in a supervisory or lead role capacity.
• Demonstrated product and assembly or machine shop experience.
• Strong ability to work cooperatively in a team-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates activities of production team members to meet production goals.
• Resolves technical and production-related problems.
• Supervises associates in fostering a safe work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Operations/Engineering or Business

Job description

At Viant, we partner and innovate with our customers to provide the highest quality, life enhancing medical devices in the world.

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB:

The primary purpose of this job is to coordinate activities of production team members including product line(s) or production shift of significant size and volumes to ensure that production requirements, performance goals, and improvement objectives are achieved. Additionally, may have accountabilities for special projects, research and analysis at a high level.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adheres to Viant’s Core Beliefs and all safety and quality requirements.
• Provides direction in the resolution of technical and production-related problems to assure completion of weekly schedules that meet or exceed Company and Customer expectations.
• Monitors the alignment of product or line(s) with master production schedule and material planning to meet production goals.
• Monitors departmental performance measures, including visual controls and provides regular progress reports.
• Ensures work orders are closed in Oracle and data is accurate.
• Ensures adherence to policies and procedures.
• Supervises Associates in a manner that fosters a safe work environment and self-directed team approach.
• Provides continuous communication to Plant management on production, facility and Associate accomplishments and/or concerns.
• Identifies, arranges and/or provides training to ensure a safe, efficient, quality work environment with focus on continuous improvement through Lean manufacturing principles.
• Facilitates communication, coordination and conflict resolution within and among work groups.
• Provides leadership to Associates in all areas including: hiring, performance management, reviews, coaching, counseling and corrective actions.
• Assists in the analysis of production and related processes and makes recommendations on improvements and organization of process improvement activity through the application of Six-Sigma & Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
• Promotes an atmosphere of diversity, open communication and trust, affording opportunities for training and growth.
• Remains flexible to the needs of the business and performs other functions as required.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge/Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Associates, Bachelor Degree in Operations/Engineering or Business preferred
• Demonstrated product and assembly or machine shop experience and knowledge; minimum of 5+ years in a supervisory or lead role capacity
• Demonstrated effective communication and leadership skills; strong ability to work cooperatively with others in a team-based environment and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing to deliver required business results

Job Experience:

• At least 5 years’ experience in relevant manufacturing preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to read and write in English
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Performs basic arithmetic calculations
• Ability to work well independently and with fellow team members
• Attention to detail and organization skills
• Finger dexterity- the ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small components

Physical Requirements:

• Excellent vision and hand-eye coordination
• Extended periods of bending, lifting, sitting and standing
• Significant use of hands
• Occasionally required to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Must be able and willing to wear personal protective equipment as required including:
• Protective gowning (i.e: Hairnet, Safety Shoes covers, Gown/Apron, Safety Glasses, gloves)
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits-effective date of hire!
• Company-paid life insurance and disability benefits
• Generous Paid time off and 10 paid Holidays
• 401k Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Voluntary Universal Life and Long-Term Care
• Voluntary Legal Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Home Ownership Program

It is impossible to list every requirement for, or responsibility of, any position. Similarly, we cannot identify all the skills a position may require since job responsibilities and the Company’s needs may change over time. Therefore, the above job description is not comprehensive or exhaustive. The Company reserves the right to adjust, add to, or eliminate any aspect of the above description. The Company also retains the right to require all employees to undertake additional or different job responsibilities when necessary to meet business needs.

Viant is a global medical device design and manufacturing services provider that partners and innovates with customers to provide the highest quality, life enhancing medical devices. We do this through our depth and breadth of capabilities, end-to-end integration, technical expertise, and relentless focus on our customers and on operational excellence. With nearly 6,000 associates across 24 locations worldwide, we offer a unique combination of small-company service and attention with big-company resources. For more information, visit viantmedical.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Viant provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Viant complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.