Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift

Cretex Medical Component and Device Technologies; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Onsite health clinics

Discretionary holiday bonus

Cretex University

Job summary

Cretex Medical Component and Device Technologies in Minnesota is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations, oversee staff, and align with safety, quality, and delivery goals. This role requires coordinating resources and driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced medical device environment.

The position is a 3rd shift (Sunday-Thursday, 10:00 PM–6:30 AM). Candidates should have 3+ years of leadership in medical device manufacturing, with exposure to plastic

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience leading processes and teams in a medical device manufacturing environment, with a preference to plastic injection molding.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001/13485 quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain workflow by monitoring process steps, equipment, and resources; drive cost reduction and reporting.
• Ensure production schedule is attained and issues resolved promptly.
• Maintain quality and safety by enforcing standards.
• Lead staff through metrics and accountability meetings.
• Partner with HR on talent management initiatives.
• Drive process improvements in quality, delivery, inventory, and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Process improvement

Medical device manufacturing

Team leadership

Education

Assoc. degree

Job description

About Cretex Medical

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 the areas of injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping and device assembly. Learn more at www.cretexmedical.com.

About Cretex Medical

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 the areas of injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping and device assembly. Learn more at www.cretexmedical.com.

Position Summary

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating daily manufacturing operations to meet production goals in alignment with safety, quality, and delivery requirements. This role oversees production staff, ensures efficient use of resources, and drives continuous improvement in manufacturing methods and processes. The Production Supervisor promotes a safe, compliant, and high‑performing work environment while achieving production objectives at the lowest possible cost.

Shift 3rd Shift Sunday - Thursday 1000pm - 630am

• 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 to include annual performance goals, employee recognition, training, and development, coaching and counseling
• Lead staff through visual metrics and tiered accountability meetings
• Monitor staffing levels and partners 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
• Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly
• Participate in the Operational Excellence Program
• 3+ years of experience leading processes and teams in a medical device manufacturing environment, with a strong preference to have experience in plastic injection molding
• Proven experience to consistently achieve short and long‑term business results
• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced team environment
• Ability to prioritize and multitask

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Lean Practitioner Certification
• Associate Degree in a Business or Technical field
• Supervisory Certificates
• Functional experience
• 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 is it like to work at Cretex Medical?

We recognize the contribution of every individual and promote growth, safety and security for all our employees. Cretex Medical values performance and pays competitive wages along with a rich benefit package. We offer a positive work environment with a focus on continuous improvement.

Here are some of things that employees have said about working for Cretex Medical

• “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.”

Salary Information

USD $75,000.00 - USD $123,800.00 /Yr.

This pay range reflects the base hourly rate or annual salary for positions within this job grade, based on our market‑based pay structures. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions. While the full hiring range is shared for transparency, offers are rarely made at the minimum or maximum of the range.

Pay Range details

• Supervisor I- $75,000-$112,600
• Supervisor II- $82,600-$123,800

• Supervisor II will require a minimum of 5 years experience leading teams in a medical device manufacturing environment

All Employees

Our 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, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees.

20+ hours

Cretex’s medical benefit package includes 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; a pre‑tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre‑tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week.

30+ hours

Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week.

(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)

Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.