Production Supervisor II

The Production Supervisor II will supervise front-line employees in a chemical/reagent manufacturing or instrument assembly environment. You will plan and assign work to direct labor personnel, implement policies and procedures and recommend improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions within established delivery, quality, compliance, safety, budget and cost standards.

How You'll Make An Impact:

• Hiring, training, coaching and managing a large production team of instrument assemblers and technicians
• Responsible for meeting KMI's such as production schedules, quality standards, production yield, scrap targets, safety metrics, budget etc.
• Assignments are typically in the form of goals e.g. leading kaizen projects or Continuous Improvement (CI) and Safety programs. Drives lean implementation on the manufacturing lines.
• Participates in Root Cause Analysis teams and supports with data analyses and presentation.
• Solid understanding of change control, Identifies document updates and implements and executes training through Change request process
• Supervises production assembly and packaging according to established processes, techniques and policies.
• Schedules, assigns and manages the daily activities of a team.
• Monitors employee performance and prepares and communicates performance reviews.
• Coaches and trains personnel in their duties.
• Assists in the development of documentation procedures.
• Responsible for meeting key metrics such as production schedules, quality standards, production yields, cost targets and the like.
• Monitors processes and makes adjustment to stay within schedule, budgets and established targets.
• Participates in a variety of standing meetings.
• Communicates priorities, performance results and objectives to team members.
• Troubleshoots production issues and escalates as appropriate.
• Participates on project teams as needed.
• Interviews and selects personnel
• Makes salary recommendations based upon individual performance

Same as the previous level plus:

• Provides skilled technical and process guidance for resolution of production problems.
• Develops objectives to meet production requirements, quality standards, control scrap, cost and budget targets.
• Prepares operating procedures and standards that are reviewed by management.
• Provides input and assists with the establishing of annual budgets.
• Tracks expenses against budgets, and controls expenses.
• Addresses customer concerns.
• Work with employees on their development and career goals

What You Bring:

• Education/Work Experience: Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferably in an engineering, chemistry and/or biology or related field with 5+ years manufacturing production experience or 2-5 years of supervisory experience in a regulated environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong Communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and Solid understanding of compliance standards and requirements, e.g., FDA, GMP, ISO, etc.
• SAP experience is required with high level of proficiency with MS office and project management experience.
• Experienced with the introduction of new products, process scale up and the transfer of products to other manufacturing locations with Lean manufacturing experience.
• Full knowledge of assigned products.
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.
• Knowledge of inventory management, demand flow technology, production processes and related technologies.
• Relevant certifications or training a plus.

Location: This position must be based in Hercules, California and requires the employee to be located within commuting distance of the office.

Total Rewards Package: At Bio-Rad, we're empowered by our purpose and recognize that our employees are as well. That's why we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Bio-Rad's robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee's work and life cycle.

Benefits: We're proud to offer a variety of options, including competitive medical plans for you and your family, free HSA funds, a new fertility offering with stipend, group life and disability, paid parental leave, 401k plus profit sharing, an employee stock purchase program, a new upgraded and streamlined mental health platform, extensive learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges and support, paid time off, Employee Resource Groups (ERG's), and more!


Compensation: The estimated base salary range for this position is $86,600 to $119,200 at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors. This position is eligible for a variable annual bonus, which is dependent upon achievement of your individual objectives and Company performance.

Who We Are: For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.


EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with physical or mental disabilities, and people of all race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin and citizenship status are encouraged to apply.

Agency Non-Solicitation: Bio-Rad does not accept agency resumes, unless the agency has been authorized by a Bio-Rad Recruiting Representative. Please do not submit resumes unless authorized to do so. Bio-Rad will not pay for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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