Cleanroom Chemical Operations Supervisor

Lead the Line That Protects Patients

Step into a hands-on leadership role producing innovative infection prevention products in a production and cleanroom setting. Based at 14905 28th Ave North, Plymouth, MN, you’ll guide a skilled team, keep quality tight, and drive continuous improvement every shift.

A Day (and Night) in This Role

Your evening begins as the team assembles for the Daily Management Meeting. You review performance, build Pareto analyses from the prior shift’s data, then set priorities. On the floor, you coordinate 6S audits, lead small Kaizen events, and jump in to any station as needed. You verify batch records, maintain line clearance and lot traceability, and keep product and information flowing—even through the constraint. When issues arise, you apply problem-solving tools, escalate production-impacting events appropriately, and mentor others through standardized work.

Schedule, Pay, and Location

• Shift: 3:15 – 1:45am Central, Monday–Thursday, plus overtime as business requires
• Location: 14905 28th Ave North, Plymouth, MN
• Pay: $23–$27 per hour $1.50 shift differential & bonus

What You’ll Lead and Do

• Own the continuous improvement system; coach and mentor employees on its use
• Coordinate 6S audits and drive follow-up actions
• Assemble Pareto charts from Daily Management Meeting data; lead focused Kaizen events
• Cross-train and master most processes; fill in to cover absences
• Apply problem-solving tools to troubleshoot manufacturing issues
• Improve processes and procedures; facilitate updates via the change order process
• Maintain lot traceability, ensure line clearance, and verify batch records
• Work proficiently within operations electronic systems
• Support and maintain the training strategy; master the training methodology and coach trainers
• Oversee the schedule, coordinate staffing, and own schedule attainment
• Manage raw materials and supplies; investigate discrepancies with Materials and adjust as needed
• Direct product and information flow across the cell/line; manage the constraint
• Perform time studies, use line balancing tools, and manage adherence to standard work
• Provide work direction in the supervisor’s absence; run the daily management meeting and escalate when needed
• Lead by example, reinforce accountability, and resolve conflicts professionally
• Advise the supervisor on staffing, overtime needs, and individual performance reviews
• Ensure safe work practices; enter First Report of Injury and support corrective actions
• Collaborate proactively to achieve operational goals

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 5 years of experience in an operations/production environment
• Proven experience with time studies, line balancing tools, and managing adherence to standard work
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal job and safety instructions
• Strong personal quality ownership; awareness of teammates’ quality as well
• Energetic, goal-driven, professional, and respectful—creates an atmosphere of achievement
• Adheres to all company and departmental safety policies and guidelines
• Performs duties safely; maintains a clean, organized work area
• Capable of following detailed assembly instructions (written and verbal)
• Complies with policies, guidelines, and regulatory requirements per the Quality System
• Willing to perform additional duties as assigned
• Consistently meets production goals while maintaining product quality
• Workmanship and documentation meet quality standards and GMP practices
• Team-oriented; supports other areas as needed
• Consistently meets attendance and punctuality guidelines

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in chemical manufacturing or a chemical environment
• Professional leadership experience
• Experience with SAP
• Familiarity with batch record review and quality reviews
• Experience working in and/or leading diverse teams

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Safety sensitive position
• Lift 25–50 lbs occasionally
• Bending ~30% of the time; walking ~50% of the time
• Standing, sitting, typing, and hand manipulation 100% of the time
• Up to 100% sitting, standing, and walking in an 8‑hour workday; more with overtime
• Ability to continuously wear personal protective equipment and/or cleanroom attire
• Overtime as required
• Lift/move up to 10 lbs routinely; occasionally up to 40 lbs
• Operate power and hand tools
• Work with or around chemicals

What STERIS Offers

We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and financial future.

• Market competitive pay
• Extensive paid time off and nine added holidays
• Excellent healthcare, dental, and vision benefits
• Long/short-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Maternity & paternal leave
• Additional add-on benefits/discounts (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Tuition reimbursement and continued education programs
• Excellent advancement opportunities and a stable long-term career