Supervisor, Production

Sonova USA Inc.; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Health Savings, Health Reimbursement,

401k with company match

Life/AD&D insurance

STD/LTD insurance

PTO and paid holidays

Parental bonding leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Sonova USA Inc. is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee production assemblers and test technicians in our onsite manufacturing operation.

The role drives material and production planning, ensures quality and compliance, and leads teams to achieve safety, productivity, and service targets. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of supervisory experience, with preference for experience in FDA-regulated medical device environments and lean production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Experience in an FDA-regulated or medical device manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience in lean production and Class III medical devices preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Proficiency with SAP and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead production team members while ensuring employee safety and compliance.
• Ensure all work follows documented procedures and quality standards.
• Set daily/weekly/monthly schedules to meet production targets.
• Escalate and troubleshoot line-down issues.
• Analyze productivity, WIP, and yield using continuous improvement methods.
• Prepare production reports and present performance updates.
• Coach employees, plan training, and support performance development.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Lean manufacturing

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Capacity analysis

SAP

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Aug 27, 2026

Who we are

At Sonova, we envision a world where everyone can enjoy the delight of hearing. This vision inspires us and fuels our commitment to developing innovative solutions that improve hearing health and human connection - from personal audio devices and wireless communication systems to hearing aids and cochlear implants. We're dedicated to providing outstanding customer experiences through our global audiological care services, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to engage fully with the world around them.

Guided by a culture of continuous improvement that fosters resilience and self-motivation, our team is united by a shared commitment to excellence and a deep sense of pride in our work, each of us playing a vital role in creating meaningful change,

Here you'll find a diverse range of opportunities that span both consumer and medical solutions and the freedom to shape your career while making an impact on the lives of others. Join us in our mission to create a more connected world, where every voice is heard and every story matters.

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Job Summary

Advanced Bionics is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee production assemblers and test technician personnel within the manufacturing operation. This onsite role is responsible for executing material and production plans, supporting manufacturing schedules, ensuring quality and compliance standards are met, and leading production teams to achieve safety, productivity, WIP, yield, and service level goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead production team members while ensuring employee safety and compliance within assigned areas
• Ensure all work is performed according to documented procedures, quality standards, and compliance requirements
• Set daily, weekly, and monthly personnel schedules to support production targets and demand pull service levels
• Serve as an escalation point for production troubleshooting, issues, and line-down prevention
• Analyze and drive productivity, WIP, and yield using continuous improvement methods such as Kaizen, A3, and 5 Whys
• Prepare production reports and present performance updates during operational meetings
• Coach employees, establish training plans, verify training records, and support performance management and development

More about you

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience required
• Experience in an FDA-regulated or medical device manufacturing environment preferred
• Experience in lean production and Class III medical device environments preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication, relationship management, conflict resolution, and active listening skills
• Ability to lead production meetings, support capacity analysis, and collaborate with Engineering, Planning, Quality Assurance, and R&D
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; SAP background preferred

A minimum of 200Mb/sec download and 10Mb/sec upload speed internet connectivity is required to support any remote/hybrid employee functionality at Sonova

What we offer

• Medical, dental and vision coverage*
• Health Savings, Health Reimbursement, Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts
• TeleHealth options
• 401k plan with company match*
• Company paid life/ad&d insurance
  • Additional supplemental life/ad&d coverage available
• Company paid Short/Long-Term Disability coverage (STD/LTD)
  • STD LTD Buy-ups available
• Accident/Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Legal/ID Theft Assistance
• PTO (or sick and vacation time), floating Diversity Day, & paid holidays*
• Paid parental bonding leave
• Employee Assistance Program (24/7 mental health support hotline, 5 company paid counseling sessions and more)
• Robust Internal Career Growth opportunities
• Hearing aid discount for employees and family
• Internal social recognition platform

This role's pay range is between: $79,200 - $99,000 annually . This role is also commission eligible/bonus eligible.

How we work

At Sonova, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and foster an inclusive environment that promotes engagement and collaboration. Our team-customized hybrid work model empowers teams to balance individual needs with business goals, offering flexibility and individualized time management. We recognize the importance of life outside of work and strive to create a supportive and motivating workplace where innovation thrives.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sonova is an equal opportunity employer

We team up. We grow talent. We collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds to win with the best team in the market place. We guarantee every person equal treatment in regard to employment and opportunity for employment, regardless of a candidate's ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation or marital status, gender, genetic identity, age, disability or any other legally protected status.

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