Production Supervisor - 1st Shift

Be a part of a global team where what we do matters! At Epredia, we recognize that our talented employees are vital to our success. Our team is dedicated, our work is rewarding - both personally and professionally - because what we do matters.?

We seek talented individuals who will contribute to and thrive in our collaborative, diverse, fast-paced environment while demonstrating a commitment to our core values, People, Customer, Results, Continuous Learning, and Innovation.?

People - We win as a team.?

Customer - We deliver customer-centric solutions.?

Continuous Learning - We learn and always aim to be better.?

Innovation - We innovate every day.?

Results - Results matter for all of us.

Job Title: Production Supervisor

Who you are: You have energy and drive in abundance, a passion for serving our customers and possess a growth mindset and love of continuous learning, with an appreciation for diverse perspectives and helping others win

Position Overview:

The Production Supervisor - 1st Shift plays a key role in ensuring the efficient manufacturing of slides and specialty glass products. This hands-on leadership position oversees daily production operations, driving quality, efficiency, and team performance. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, optimize workflows, and support a culture of continuous improvement. If you thrive in a dynamic manufacturing environment and enjoy leading teams to success, this role is for you!

Location: Onsite Portsmouth, NH

What you will be doing:

• Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment and a high level of safety awareness among associates. Maintains excellent housekeeping practices through 6S implementation with appropriate audits.

• Responsible for leading sustainable continuous improvement initiatives using LEAN tools focused on Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory and Productivity.

• Provides leadership direction to cell leaders and team members of designated Product Value Stream. Works closely and builds rapport with personnel across a variety of departments and functions within the facility and with external customers.

• Listens, supports, engages and encourages employee suggestions and input to achieve excellent results. Mentors direct reports to improve their leadership skill sets and overall effectiveness. Assist and support other team members as required.

• Provide the training and guidance necessary to enable the employees to improve their own abilities and skill levels.

• Document standard work/SOPs and provide continuous feedback to team members to assure all are adhering to procedures and striving for continuous improvement and alignment with the objectives.

• Provide guidance, direction and leadership for the areas of supervision to ensure that products are manufactured with the highest level of quality in a safe and timely manner that will meet or exceed our customer's expectation.

• Responsible for maintaining proper staffing levels, scheduling and organizing work assignments within the company policies and procedures.

• Maintain associates files in the areas of attendance, productivity, and quality and provide regular reviews and counseling where required.

• Determined to achieve near-term and longer-term goals. Finding ways to do things that others might think are impossible. Embodies a positive mindset and a passion to be the best you can be in everything you do. Thinks 'outside the box'.

• Leads day-to-day activities to ensure swift and accurate completion of customer orders.

• Ensure all manufacturing orders are followed through to a completed status with accuracy and variance review as it pertains to their department and in accordance with all engineering specifications.

• Develop, generate, review and present various work/management reports to accurately measure department production and make recommendations for better business results.

• Maintains positive employee relations through the use of proficient and open communication skills.

• Efficiently coaches, guides and manage employee relation concerns and semi/annual performance processes to deliver optimal business results.

Qualifications & Skills:

• High School diploma required

• 5+ years of manufacturing/production superviors experience.

• Knowledge, training or experience in Lean manufacturing.

• Very knowledgeable regarding the material planning processes and information flows in the designated Value Stream. Also possesses knowledge of manufacturing processes and techniques.

• Experience in data collection, measuring, analysis, improvement and control.

• Ability to conduct critical analysis and assessments to develop strategic action plans that ensure efficient, lean, and effective processes are in place to produce quality products..

• ISO 9000, ISO13485, FDA experience is preferred.

• Computer skills (Microsoft Office, excel, database and internet based programs); SAP, Veeva

Company Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits effective on first day of employment

• Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off

• 401(K) Retirement Plan - Company Matching Contribution up to 6%

• Incentive Bonus Plan - eligible to participate to earn additional compensation

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

Manufacturing environment subject to dust, heat and noise conditions. Standing for extended periods of time, including bending and twisting. Lifting up to 50 pounds.

The hiring range for this position is: $70,000-$85,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. Epredia offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation and more.

#LI-MK1

#DE-Epredia

TO ALL RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: Epredia does not accept unsolicited third-party resumes.

Building an Inclusive Culture: We are a company that brings the best people together and leverages their varying backgrounds, ideas, and points of view to invent on behalf of all customers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for all individuals, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected classes which may exist under applicable federal, state or local law.

At Epredia, we improve lives by enabling better cancer diagnostics. We are a team of talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and expertise, working together to develop precision diagnostic solutions for our customers. We are a fast growing global company that drives innovation in diagnostics to create better outcomes for patients. Joining Epredia is much more than a job- it is an opportunity to be part of something with a purpose. Find out how you can improve lives while advancing your career.