Supervisor, Production Process Operations

Supervisor, Production Process Operations

Job Category: Manufacturing

Requisition Number: SUPER
002192

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• Posted :
  January 14, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference? At Mesa Labs we’re passionate about protecting the vulnerable by enabling scientific breakthroughs, ensuring product integrity, increasing patient and worker safety, and improving quality of life around the world.

At Mesa Labs we offer competitive wages, including potential bonus opportunities, equity awards, commission, and a comprehensive benefits package based on the position.

• Annual bonus opportunity of 12% based on company performance

Outstanding Benefits and Perks
We are proud to offer a variety of benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees:

• Eligible for benefits the first day of the month after you start
• Tiered Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance options, Health savings (HSA), healthcare & dependent care flexible spending (FSA) accounts
• Company paid short term and long-term disability (unless covered by a state disability plan)
• Company paid life insurance and AD&D
• Flexible Time Off Policy
• Paid sick leave of 48 hours per calendar year
• Eligible employees may receive four (4) weeks paid Care Giver leave after 1 year of service or in accordance with state leave laws
• 401(k) plan that provides a 4% Safe Harbor company match on a 4% employee contribution that begins on Day 1
• Employee Wellness and Financial Assistance Resources through Cigna and NY Life
• Nine (9) paid company holidays per year

This position supports Mesa's SDC business. Our Sterilization and Disinfection Control division manufactures and sells biological and chemical indicators that assess the effectiveness of sterilization and disinfection processes for pharmaceutical, healthcare, and dental industries.

Job Summary

The Supervisor, Production Process Operations is responsible for managing and overseeing the day-to-day operations of a production team. Ensures the safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of high-quality products while maintaining compliance with regulatory and safety standards. Leads and directs a team of operators or technicians, coordinates activities to meet production goals, resolves operational issues, and implements process improvements. This role is integral to the smooth running of production processes and plays a key part in meeting performance targets.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Supervise a team of production operators, technicians, and/or team leads, ensuring adherence to production schedules and operational goals.

• Provide daily leadership to ensure team members are clear on their roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations.

• Foster a positive work environment, promoting team collaboration, accountability, and high morale.

• Conduct regular team meetings to review progress, address concerns, and communicate operational goals.

Production Planning & Scheduling:

• Coordinate with production planning and scheduling teams to ensure that resources (personnel, materials, equipment) are available to meet daily and weekly production targets.

• Monitor the progress of production runs, ensuring adherence to production schedules, and make adjustments as necessary to meet deadlines.

• Ensure that production processes are optimized for efficiency, with minimal downtime and waste.

Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement:

• Monitor production performance and identify areas for improvement in terms of speed, quality, and cost.

• Implement process improvements based on data analysis, Lean Manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, and other best practices.

• Work with engineering and quality teams to recommend and implement changes that improve equipment uptime, throughput, and product quality.

• Encourage a culture of continuous improvement within the team, leading by example in identifying, proposing, and executing changes.

Quality Assurance & Compliance:

• Ensure that all products meet quality standards by overseeing inspections and ensuring adherence to company and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO, FDA, GMP, or relevant standards).

• Oversee the execution of in-process quality checks…