Production Supervisor: Lean Leader for Safe, Quality Output

Smith & Nephew; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Matching Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Paid Community Service Day

Medical

Dental

Vision

Fertility and Adoption Assistance

Job summary

Smith+ in Memphis, Tennessee, seeks a proven Production Supervisor to lead hourly teams, drive safety, quality, and efficiency, and champion continuous improvement in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

You will guide daily management, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and develop staff while advancing Lean manufacturing, standard work, and problem solving to deliver high-quality products that improve patients’ lives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience in a Lean production environment.
• Experience leading hourly production teams and driving continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop hourly production teams to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals.
• Ensure production plans are executed efficiently with high safety and quality standards.
• Drive Lean initiatives, Kaizen events, standard work, and process optimization.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Materials, Planning, Maintenance, and Safety teams to improve productivity and delivery.
• Lead daily management activities, monitor performance, and ensure schedules are met.
• Coach and develop employees; support succession planning and training.
• Support problem solving, safety investigations, and corrective actions.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Leadership

Team Leadership

Coaching

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field

Job description

Smith+ in Memphis, Tennessee, seeks a proven Production Supervisor to lead hourly teams, drive safety, quality, and efficiency, and champion continuous improvement in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

You will guide daily management, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and develop staff while advancing Lean manufacturing, standard work, and problem solving to deliver high-quality products that improve patients’ lives.