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At MicroPort, we relentlessly strive to master every detail of our medical solutions with the purpose of prolonging and reshaping the lives of patients everywhere. We welcome motivated and talented people who want to join our dynamic and inclusive company, working together to deliver meaningful medical breakthroughs. In order to accomplish this, we hold true to our core values of Quality, Integrity, Accountability, Efficiency, Innovation, Aspiration, Dedication & Collaboration. Come and join Team MicroPort!
Why You’ll Love MicroPort
You will find our team atmosphere challenging and rewarding. In addition to working with a world-class team, receiving a competitive base salary and bonus opportunities, our U.S. employees also enjoy the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Maternity Leave, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Bereavement, 401(k) (up to 4% match with vesting from day 1), PTO, Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Program, Education Assistance...and more! At MicroPort, we care about our employees and encourage them to make healthy lifestyle choices and embrace wellness opportunities to maintain their very best health and wellbeing.
Overall Summary
This position supervises all aspects of both Tool & Die and Prototype/Specialty Instrument manufacturing across all shifts. The Supervisor will mentor direct reports to further develop the skills required for their job functions. The Supervisor will also interface with cross-functional personnel, including Production, R&D, Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, Quality, Packaging, Planning, Purchasing and Facilities. This role may also be required to interact with outside suppliers on the manufacturing of tools, fixtures, prototypes, or special instruments.
Your duties will include:
- Supervise all areas of machining, programming, and processing related to tool & die, prototypes and specialty instruments.
- Plan, organize, prioritize, and direct manufacturing operations to meet project timelines.
- Maintain and improve manpower utilization to maximize employee efficiencies.
- Verify that fixtures or tools perform as required by Manufacturing Engineering and Production.
- Set goals and objectives, measure progress and strive for a continuous improvement culture.
- Identify external suppliers and coordinate/track outside manufacturing services.
- Develop and train employees, as well as conduct personnel reviews.
- Enforce company personnel policies through a consistent application of principles, maintain a robust training program and understand/adhere to all FDA, GMP and ISO requirements.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
About You
We might be a great match if you have:
- Manufacturing experience in the following disciplines a plus: medical device manufacturing with emphasis on tool & die, prototypes and instruments, foundry, CNC machining, metal finishing, heat treating, cleaning of metals / plastics, packaging, and/or quality.
- Training and/or experience in the following is preferred: GMP, GD&T, lean manufacturing, mainframe computer systems, Microsoft Office applications, and TeamCenter/NX CAD.
- Strong leadership skills including organizational skills, the ability to formulate and execute plans, and the ability to instill teamwork within the subordinate group with the proper sense of urgency.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Working knowledge of engineering drawings, inspection sheets, and production methods.
YOUR EDUCATION
Required: High School Diploma
Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing discipline, Engineering, or Business
YOUR EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 8 years machining experience, including manual and CNC machinery, with 5 years being Prototype, T&D or equivalent. A minimum of 2 years’ experience in medical device manufacturing.