Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry. Our customers view us as a trusted partner in the areas of injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping and device assembly. Learn more at www.cretexmedical.com.
Process Technician Supervisor Position Summary:
The Process Technician Supervisor is responsible for the leading of a team of Process/Set up technicians along with oversight and training of installation of molds, development of process parameters, support of validation activities, and troubleshooting production issues for new and existing tooling. This role drives continuous improvement to the methods of manufacturing and ensures a safe and procedural compliant work environment.
Responsibilities
Production Supervisor Responsibilities:
Utilize scientific molding principles to establish capable processes for new and existing tooling
Execute validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ) that comply with FDA regulations
Troubleshoot technical issues and lead root cause/corrective action investigations
Support Operational Excellence by identifying and executing initiatives that lead to improved performance
Provide technical coaching and feedback to production employees and the support team
Ensure complex molds are installed and removed according to the setup sheets and instructions
Inspect molded parts using basic metrology tools and equipment
Ensure no production time or yield is lost because of faulty setup
Serve as a resource for Setup Technicians
Read and comply with work instructions, set up sheets, and checklists
Enter production information into the ERP system on a timely basis
Accurately records and reports hours worked
Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work
Partner with other business segments: sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance
Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve
Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment
Enforce company standards by following and enforcing policies and procedures
Communicate and deliver employee communication tools for job performance to include annual performance goals, employee recognition, training, and development, coaching and counseling
Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve
Qualifications
Requirements:
Associate's degree, other education in the Plastics field, or 5+ years of injection molding experience to include setup, cleanroom, medical polymers, and small-micro molded components
Minimum of 2 years managing direct reports in supervisory role.
Understand the rheology of polymers
Troubleshoot issues using disciplined root cause analysis tools
Understand a variety of plastic injection molding machines and secondary operations equipment
Ability to read and understand quality plans
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Experience using part prints
Ability to read, comprehend, follow, and document work instructions, standard operating procedures, and training documents
Mechanical Aptitude
Dexterity and hand and eye coordination
Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work onsite in a manufacturing environment
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Continuing Education; including participation in local chapters, associations, and/or organizations
Supervisory Certificates
Functional experience
Quality and/or Operational Excellence training such as Lean, Six-Sigma, ASQ-CQE, etc.
