Production Supervisor; Maple Plain, MN

Life Unlimited. At Smith+ Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

Integrity Orthopaedics team
, Smith+ Nephew’s latest acquisition
, the Production Supervisor will lead, coach, and develop the hourly operations team to deliver against SQDC goals (Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost) across the manufacturing facility. This role partners cross-functionally with Materials, Engineering, Quality, and Safety to achieve operational targets while maintaining strict adherence to FDA and GMP requirements.

Integrity Orthopaedics transformed soft tissue repair with a patented, FDA-cleared system designed to improve surgical fixation and long-term healing in rotator cuff repair.
Now part of Smith+ Nephew
, we are expanding production to support a broader commercial launch and drive operational excellence across the organization.

• Lead production teams to meet daily and weekly production plans while achieving Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) objectives.
• Ensure full compliance with FDA, GMP, and company quality system requirements. Promote a culture where compliance and patient safety are non-negotiable.
• Drive safety performance by enforcing standards, leading incident investigations, completing reports, and actively supporting HSE initiatives.
• Conduct daily management meetings and maintain visual performance metrics to drive accountability and continuous improvement.
• Own shift/area performance, ensuring production schedules are met through optimal use of labor, equipment, and materials.
• Champion 5S and standard work implementation to improve organization, efficiency, and workplace discipline.
• Collaborate with Quality to investigate internal and external defects, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Work cross-functionally with Planning and Warehouse teams to improve flow, ensure on-time delivery, and optimize inventory levels.
• Support Manufacturing Engineering initiatives to improve productivity, reduce cost, and enhance process capability.
• Lead rapid scaling of the production team to meet increasing demand. Own interviewing, hiring, and onboarding to build a high-performing, quality-driven workforce.
• Lead and develop team members through training plans, performance management, coaching, and structured development plans.
• Manage workforce planning including scheduling, overtime planning, attendance tracking, and performance evaluations.
• Address personnel matters proactively and professionally, including coaching, corrective action, and recommendations related to hiring, advancement, or termination.
• Provide hands‑on leadership on the production floor, troubleshooting operational issues and driving timely resolution of equipment, productivity, and quality concerns.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related fields strongly recommended.

• At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing operations environment within the medical device industry or other highly regulated industries.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Basic knowledge on Operation Finances, i.e. absorptions, variances, costs accounting, etc.
• Strong Excel spreadsheet skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal form.
• Able to read and interpret engineering prints.

• Ability to work cross-functionally across multiple disciplines.
• Ability to inform, convince, and persuade others to take action on key initiatives.
• Results-oriented with a focus on process improvement.

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• Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement.
• Work/Life Balance:
  Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day.
• Your Wellbeing:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption…