Production Supervisor - Medical Device Manufacturing Leader

Cretex Medical Component and Device Technologies; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 123,800; Full time

Job summary

Cretex Medical is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, and delivery while driving continuous improvement. The role oversees production staff, optimizes resource use, and coordinates with cross-functional teams.

The position requires 3+ years leading manufacturing processes, preferably in plastic injection for medical devices, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience leading processes and teams in a manufacturing environment, with preference for plastic injection in medical devices.
• Proven ability to achieve short- and long-term business results.
• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain workflow by monitoring process steps, resources, and equipment; drive cost reductions.
• Ensure production schedule is attained and issues resolved timely.
• Maintain quality and safety by standards enforcement.
• Lead staff through metrics and accountability meetings and coaching.
• Enter production data into the ERP system timely and accurately.
• Support ISO and medical device requirements.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance.

Skills

Leadership in manufacturing

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Fast-paced team work

Prioritization and multitasking

Cleanroom experience

Education

Associate Degree in Business or Technical field

Lean Practitioner Certification

Supervisory Certificates

Quality/Operational Excellence training (Lean, Six-Sigma)

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Cretex Medical is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, and delivery while driving continuous improvement. The role oversees production staff, optimizes resource use, and coordinates with cross-functional teams.

The position requires 3+ years leading manufacturing processes, preferably in plastic injection for medical devices, and strong communication skills.