Supervisor, Production

Nordson; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in medical manufacturing is seeking a Medical Supervisor for their Saint Petersburg facility. In this role, you'll oversee production operations to ensure compliance with quality systems. Ideal candidates will prioritize process improvements, staff management, and productivity. Join a dynamic team dedicated to creating inclusive and innovative workplaces.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 5+ years IV/RV plastic production experience preferred.
• Strong supervisory skills and experience in manufacturing are essential.
• Proven ability to improve processes and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production operations and ensure daily schedules are met.
• Implement process improvements within IV/RV production.
• Manage staff training and performance reviews.

Skills

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Process Improvement

Project Management

Education

Associate degree or 5+ years IV/RV plastics production experience in a supervisory capacity

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Nordson Medical , a global leader in Interventional Solutions, Fluid Components, and Surgical Solutions, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment.

Summary of the role

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected.

Job Summary:
The primary focus of this position is to oversee the organization’s production operations. The Medical supervisor ensures that daily production schedules are met, productivity is tracked and quality systems are compliant.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The implementation and coordination of process improvements within IV/RV production
• Developing and maintaining process controls
• Problem solving and implementation of corrective actions
• Continuous improvement of all IV/RV processes
• Identifying process variables within medical equipment
• Scheduling Operators daily work assignments, training of employees and coordinating all shift activities while promoting a positive and safe work environment
• Daily compiling and recording of all production data
• Participate in staff selection, coach, motivate, develop, train and discipline staff. Conduct annual performance reviews for all direct reports. Assist in setting performance objectives and development plans; monitor progress.
• Emphasize training programs designed to enable staff to consistently execute all manufacturing processes with strict compliance to Quality and regulations.
• Write new SOPs (Standard Operating Procedure) and review them for completion and accuracy. Audit and update existing SOPs as needed. Implement and communicate all changes to processes and procedures.
• Conduct effective communication to the staff about process changes, production goals.
• Resolve technical, material, equipment and miscellaneous problems that may impact production deadlines. Provide guidance and troubleshooting assistance as needed during a deviation in the production process
• Operate in a LEAN manufacturing environment and strive to suggest process improvements

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Solid working knowledge of standard computer applications including MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint

• Communicate clearly and professionally with internal and external customers
• Work effectively as part of a team to achieve established outcomes. Understand other’s roles and empower one another to take responsibility to be successful. Demonstrate a collaborative interaction with peers to reach a common goal.
• Pay close attention to detail in all aspects of the job
• Make decisions using available resources and sound judgment
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion
• Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, gather and analyzes information skillfully
• Effectively teach, coach, and counsel associates by effectively communicating and providing follow-up.
• Open to other’s ideas and exhibits a willingness to try new things.
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; monitor work to ensure quality.
• Prioritize and plan work activities to use time efficiently.
• Adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Follows instructions, responds to direction, and solicits feedback to improve.
• Act in such a way to instill trust from management, other associates, as well as customers.
• Strong project development and organizational skills

Education and Experience

• Associate degree or 5+ years IV/RV plastics production experience in a supervisory capacity preferred
• IV/RV manufacturing experience involving plastic inflation and release valve products

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Constant: Talk, hear, speak, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, keyboard; occasionally move about the office

• Constant: Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work for full shift
• Constant: Lift and/or move up to 30 pounds
• Constant: Regular, predictable attendance is required
• Constant: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand or walk for the full shift.
• Frequent: This position requires balance, bend/stoop, climb stairs, crawl, crouch, kneel, keyboard/type, push, pull, reach, reach above shoulder, repetitive motion as well as computer/mouse use.
• Frequent: Ability to wear personal protective equipment that may include some or all: safety glasses, lab coat, safety shoes, gloves, hearing protection, hair/beard covering. No make-up or nail polish permitted.
  

Work Environment:

The work environment described is representative of what must be met by an employee successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The physical environment is indoors in a controlled manufacturing setting. The noise level may be moderate to loud.

Frequent use of personal protective equipment is required to prevent exposure to hazardous materials.

Medical or any position that accesses medical might be occasional: Frequent use of protective clothing is required to maintain clean environment.

Interested?

If you are interested in being a part of a team and creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, please apply online with your CV.

About Nordson Medical

At Nordson MEDICAL, you don't have to be a doctor to help save lives. We are the global expert in the design, development, and manufacturing of complex medical devices and component technologies. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life. Nordson MEDICAL is a global team that works to create components for life-saving medical devices. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you're just beginning your career or you're a seasoned professional, there's a place for you to belong at Nordson MEDICAL. We offer hourly and salary positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skillsets and advance your career.