Supervisor - 2nd Shift - Hours: 3 -11 PM

IPG Photonics; West Oxford (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

IPG Medical is seeking a 2nd shift Production Supervisor to oversee daily manufacturing operations in a controlled medical device environment. You will lead a team of production associates and technicians, drive continuous improvement, and ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing or Engineering (or equivalent), 3–5+ years in manufacturing, and 1+ year of supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5+ years of experience in manufacturing.
• 1+ year of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, FDA regulations, and quality systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily 2nd shift production activities to meet output, quality, and delivery targets.
• Monitor workflow, staffing levels, and production schedules to ensure optimal efficiency.
• Identify and resolve production issues in real time to minimize downtime.
• Ensure proper use of equipment, tools, and materials.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of production associates, technicians, and/or operators.
• Conduct performance management activities including feedback, coaching, and evaluations.
• Schedule staffing to meet production needs, including overtime planning as necessary.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure strict adherence to FDA, ISO, GMP, and other regulatory requirements.
• Maintain compliance with IPG Medical quality systems and SOPs.
• Support audits and CAPA actions.
• Ensure documentation accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Promote a strong safety culture and OSHA compliance.
• Drive Lean manufacturing initiatives and process improvements.
• Participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving activities.
• Track and report KPIs such as yield, efficiency, scrap, and downtime.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams.

Skills

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelors in Manufacturing or Engineering

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Position Summary

The 2nd shift Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations on 2nd shift to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant production within a regulated medical device environment. This role leads a team of production employees, drives continuous improvement, and ensures adherence to quality systems, regulatory requirements, and company standards at IPG Medical.

Production Operations

• Supervise and coordinate daily 2nd shift production activities to meet output, quality, and delivery targets
• Monitor workflow, staffing levels, and production schedules to ensure optimal efficiency
• Identify and resolve production issues in real time to minimize downtime
• Ensure proper use of equipment, tools, and materials

Team Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of production associates, technicians, and/or operators
• Conduct performance management activities including feedback, coaching, and evaluations
• Schedule staffing to meet production needs, including overtime planning as necessary
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to FDA, ISO, GMP, and other regulatory requirements
• Maintain compliance with IPG Medical quality systems and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Support audits (internal and external) and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
• Ensure documentation accuracy and completeness

Safety

• Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing safety policies and procedures
• Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA standards

Continuous Improvement

• Drive Lean manufacturing initiatives and process improvements
• Participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving activities
• Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) such as yield, efficiency, scrap, and downtime
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field OR equivalent experience
• 3-5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in medical devices or a regulated industry
• 1+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of GMP, FDA regulations, and quality systems
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement tools
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems
• Prior experience in medical device manufacturing

Key Competencies

• Leadership & Team Development
• Decision Making & Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail & Quality Focus
• Communication & Collaboration
• Results Orientation
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment

Work Environment

• Manufacturing floor environment with exposure to equipment and controlled production areas
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• May require flexible hours, including evenings or weekends, depending on production needs