Production Supervisor - 9th Shift

About Cretex Medical

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

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating daily manufacturing operations to meet production goals in alignment with safety, quality, and delivery requirements. This role oversees production staff, ensures efficient use of resources, and drives continuous improvement in manufacturing methods and processes. The Production Supervisor promotes a safe, compliant, and high‑performing work environment while achieving production objectives at the lowest possible cost.

9th Shift (Thursday – Saturday) and every other Sunday, 6:00 pm – 6:00 am.

• Maintain workflow by monitoring process steps; setting processing variables; observing control points and equipment; monitoring personnel and resources; studying methods; implementing cost reductions; developing reporting procedures and systems; facilitating corrections to malfunctions within process control points; initiating and fostering a spirit of cooperation within and between departments.
• Ensure the production schedule is attained and issues are resolved in a timely manner.
• Maintain quality and safety by establishing and enforcing standards.
• Communicate and deliver employee communication tools for job performance to include annual performance goals, employee recognition, training, and development, coaching and counseling.
• Lead staff through visual metrics and tiered accountability meetings.
• Monitor staffing levels and partner with Human Resources on talent management initiatives.
• Enforce company standards by following and enforcing policies and procedures.
• Lead project‑management activities and teams.
• Complete special projects as needed.
• Drive process improvements in quality, delivery, inventory, and safety procedures.
• Ensure work instructions, set‑up sheets, and checklists are used and understood.
• Enter production information into the ERP system on a timely basis.
• 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.
• Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly.
• Participate in the Operational Excellence Program.

• 3+ years of experience leading processes and teams in a manufacturing environment, with a strong preference for experience in plastic injection within the medical device industry.
• Proven experience consistently achieving short and long‑term business results.
• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Organizational skills.
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced team environment.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask.

• Lean Practitioner Certification.
• Associate Degree in a Business or Technical field.
• Supervisory Certificates.
• Functional experience.
• Quality and/or Operational Excellence training such as Lean, Six‑sigma, ASQ‑CQE, etc.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001/13485.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Continuing Education; including participation in local chapters, associations, and/or organizations.

We recognize the contribution of every individual and promote growth, safety and security for all our employees. Cretex Medical values performance and pays competitive wages along with a rich benefit package. We offer a positive work environment with a focus on continuous improvement.

• “The culture at Cretex is collaborative. Everyone here is willing to help you whether it is a director, a machinist, or your boss. Everyone is always willing to help you figure out a project and get it done right.”
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