Sr. Production Supervisor: Boston Scientific

Delivering on the promise of medical innovation begins at Boston Scientific.

By delivering innovative products that help clinicians improve the lives of patients every single day, Boston Scientific makes a profound impact on the quality of medical care around the world. As we continue to transform the field of medical technology, we seek dedicated individuals who possess the integrity and creative spirit needed to thrive in an innovative company. Join a global organization that is fueled by the diversity and talent of its entire workforce.

Sr. Production Supervisor

Description

• The supervisor is responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of a production team. The supervisor will carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Boston Scientific polices and applicable law. Responsibilities include planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

• Demonstrate a primary commitment to patient safety, product quality and compliance with the BSC, Quality Manual and its governing regulations.
• Lead a production team to achieve plant and business objectives by creating a self-directed team environment.
• Supervise, lead and coach a group of approximately 30 employees. Work along side the team as they manufacture devices.

• Meet daily production plans to achieve 100% compliance to the committed build plan/customer demand and proactively identify and resolve issues.
• Responsible to maintain WIP inventory levels within targets.
• Update Core 5 boards regularly and ensure integrity of the data.
• Drive and own Lean implementation in manufacturing through the use of Lean & Production Essentials. Take an active role in developing value stream strategies, budgets and business process development. Work with cross-functional groups (engineering, materials management, quality, etc.) to resolve issues utilizing DMAIC problem solving methodologies.
• Manage overtime levels and monitor controllable expenses to meet budget goals.
• Conduct line meetings at a minimum of once per week to discuss progress to plant objectives such as: quality metrics, incentive programs, scrap, 5S, safety and general communications.
• Manage staffing levels through visual staffing plan tools. Ensure 100% compliance to on-time training. Develop positional rotation to support continuous improvement and operator development.

• Evaluate employee performance, conduct performance appraisals and provide feedback to employees. Recommend promotions, transfers and recognition. Proactively address employee relations issues. Manage performance and carry out actions and respective follow-up.
• Verify and approve attendance reports and manage transfer of hours. Manage employee relations per BSC policies including but not limited to: FMLA, Code of Conduct, Attendance and the Employee Information Guide (EIG).

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in engineering, a minimum of 3 years technical professional experience and 1-3 years of people management experience in a manufacturing environment; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Proven results in reducing cycle time and improving labor efficiency. Experience with production tools such as lean manufacturing and demand flow preferred. Experience in medical device industry and familiarity with modern process controls preferred. Understanding of GMP, QSR and ISO 9000 requirements is a plus. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong leadership skills with a history of driving performance.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, and technical procedures. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public. Must have the ability to communicate and understand technical terminology.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inferences. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Must have the ability to resolve daily production problems.
• Computer literacy and use of Windows and Microsoft Office required. Ability to instruct and train subordinates in manufacturing procedures, quality guidelines and safety requirements.
• Medical products experience – Preferred

Required Skill and Competencies

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate good interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and implement instructions both verbal and written.
• Ability to conduct basic arithmetic calculations.
• Read, write, speak and understand English language.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• The employee may be at times required to wear protective clothing and safety equipment such as safety glasses, chemical aprons, the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and hygienic restrictions related to controlled environments.
• Ability to travel short and long distance by commercial means on occasion.
• Shift will initially 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm. After the first of the year the shift will begin later sometime between 5 & 6 pm.