Production Supervisor - ATM

Intuitive Surgical, Inc. in; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 74,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in robotic-assisted surgery seeks a Production Supervisor to lead a team, ensuring quality and productivity in manufacturing. This role involves managing performance metrics, training personnel, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates have manufacturing experience and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years combined manufacturing and warehouse experience.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead a production operations team to achieve performance goals.
• Monitor team performance and take corrective actions as needed.
• Manage production KPIs and implement improvements.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Communication

Team Leadership

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

SAP

MRP systems

Agile

Job description

Production Supervisor - ATM (Finance)

Company Description

At Intuitive, our mission is to enhance lives through minimally invasive care. We leverage ingenuity and intelligent technology to empower physicians to heal without constraints. As a pioneer in robotic-assisted surgery and a market leader, we foster an inclusive, diverse team committed to making a difference. With over 25 years of experience, we collaborate globally with hospitals and care teams to solve healthcare's toughest challenges and push boundaries.

Our company values diversity of thought and mutual respect, fostering an inclusive culture. We believe great ideas can come from anywhere and invest in our team members' long-term growth, enabling them to reach their highest potential.

Join us in advancing minimally invasive care for a global community of healthcare professionals and patients.

Job Description

Primary Function of Position

This role leads a production operations team to achieve performance goals, including build plan targets and KPIs, and to drive continuous improvement initiatives. The supervisor manages direct reports, supporting their career development and ensuring adherence to guidelines.

Essential Job Duties

1. Hire, train, develop, and motivate production personnel to meet quality, schedule, and productivity standards.
2. Achieve weekly and quarterly production goals per SIOP.
3. Monitor team performance in hours tracking, safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency; take corrective actions as needed.
4. Ensure procedural compliance with MPIs, WIs, SOPs, etc.
5. Manage production KPIs, analyze trends, and implement improvements.
6. Plan and report on production performance metrics such as output, yields, and efficiencies.
7. Manage capacity planning and escalate gaps.
8. Address line support issues, including technical challenges.
9. Identify and resolve barriers affecting production.
10. Apply anatomical knowledge and product understanding to address challenges.
11. Collaborate with support departments to resolve issues and participate in quality initiatives.
12. Recognize team strengths, leverage opportunities, and reward outstanding performance.
13. Handle conflicts appropriately and escalate when necessary.
14. Promote responsibility and quick decision-making.
15. Communicate project and task rationale effectively to the team.
16. Lead cross-functional projects, set goals, and facilitate meetings.
17. Ensure team training is current and effective.
18. Document and report variances, problems, and concerns.
19. Provide performance feedback and conduct annual reviews.
20. Enforce adherence to DOPs and SOPs of the Quality System.
21. Implement safety policies and develop safety initiatives.
22. Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives and outsourcing projects.
23. Review and disposition discrepant materials; implement corrective actions.
24. Drive process improvements to reduce scrap and control material usage.
25. Support corporate culture and quality improvements.
26. Assist engineering with manufacturing reviews.
27. Ensure completion of training for supervised associates.
28. Complete payroll activities for direct reports.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

• 5+ years combined manufacturing and warehouse experience.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Focus on continuous improvement.
• Proficient with computers, including MS Office, SAP, MRP systems, and Agile.
• Strong communication skills, policy enforcement, and team leadership.

Required Education and Training

• High school diploma or equivalent minimum.

Working Conditions

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Perform quality checks independently and with team members.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree.
• 3+ years supervisory experience.
• Experience managing teams of 20+ employees.
• Experience in the medical device or regulated industry preferred.
• Warehouse and manufacturing experience of 5+ years.
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma projects.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Proactive, can-do attitude.

Additional Information

Due to business requirements, proof of vaccination against certain diseases, including COVID-19, may be required.

Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing fair employment opportunities without discrimination.

Mandatory Notices

We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

Preference may be given to candidates residing outside certain states listed.

Our compensation packages are market-competitive, including base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. Salary ranges depend on experience and qualifications.

Base Salary Range Region 1: $87,700 - $126,300 USD
Base Salary Range Region 2: $74,600 - $107,400 USD
Shift: Day
Workplace: Onsite - Fully onsite.