Founded in 1912, Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a diversified, Fortune 200 manufacturing company that delivers specialized expertise, innovative thinking and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in a variety of industries. Ranked among Fortune Magazine’s most admired companies, the company focuses on solid growth, improving profitability and strong returns across its worldwide platforms and divisions. These divisions serve customers and markets around the globe, with a significant presence in developed as well as emerging markets.

ITW Medical is comprised of three strong medical product brands - Coeur, Filtertek & Precise - situated to proactively meet the needs of customers in the marketplace. Coeur is a leading provider of disposable medical products used in diagnostic imaging and other medical procedures. The Filtertek product line is comprised of custom plastic insert molded filtration and flow control components for global OEM medical device customers. Precise Biomedical is a service company providing maintenance and repair of power injectors used for imaging procedures.

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY:

Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, the Production Supervisor is responsible for supervising and leading employees in a Medical Device assembly environment, planning and assigning work, implementing policies and procedures, and recommending improvement in production methods, equipment operating procedures and working conditions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBIITIES:

• Direct the work of the 1st shift assembly team driving efficiency improvements, safety engagement.
• Responsible for supervising set-up operations for assembly, packaging and prep operations in compliance with approved documentation and quality systems
• Monitor product performance during the production run; direct production personnel and daily activities to achieve production goals
• Develop training gap program for Team Leaders and work with HR and Operations Management to develop and implement plan
• Work closely with temporary placement agencies to ensure that all training is completed and documented in a timely manner
• Initiate disciplinary actions when necessary. Document and prepare performance evaluations
• Manage department labor to achieve budget goals through recruitment, reduction, promotion, advancement, or any other status pertinent to the operation
• Review and approve manufacturing records for accuracy and completeness in accordance with procedures. Partner with peers to identify and implement document improvements for improved metric performance
• Responsible for recognizing product and/or equipment problems that arise during the manufacturing process
• Generate cost savings ideas and action plans related to manufacturing operations in support of site cost savings strategy
• Assembly basics, knowledge of products made in Washington, equipment, and processes within the plant including FFS Operations, Dayforce and LX-ERP system
• Automation system understanding, product flow, injection molding processes and assembly
• Understating of CTQ’s; Critical to Quality functions in terms of how product is made and should function in the field as well as how quality is measured during the process
• Typically involved with the validation of new products, processes or equipment
• Works on assignments that are complex in nature where considerable judgment and initiative are required in resolving problems and making recommendations
• Responsible for ensuring that the manufacturing area is compliant with the requirements associated with EHS, HR, Facilities, Housekeeping, etc.

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  Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Management, Business Administration or related field preferred and 3-5 years related work experience in a direct supervisory role in a high-volume manufacturing environment required. (Experience with medical device manufacturing strongly preferred) OR 7yrs+ of related work experience in a direct supervisory role in a high-volume manufacturing environment (experience in a medical device manufacturing strongly preferred).
• Experience in Injection Molding and Automation processes are critical to this role.
• Technical capabilities sufficient to be able to do some production machine troubleshooting.
• Ability to train and coach others from a production perspective.
• Previous experience with direct supervision of people required.
• Bilingual (Spanish) prefered, but not required.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ITW offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including competitively priced medical and dental coverage the first of the month following hire, free life insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and immediate 401k matching. Additional retirement savings contribution (above and beyond 401k) is awarded at no cost after one year.

ITW Medical is an equal opportunity, equal employment, affirmative action employer. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone is welcome to contribute their unique talents and ideas. We encourage applications from females, males, disabled/protected or other veterans, persons with disabilities, all races and ethnicities, sexual orientations and gender identities. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable persons with disabilities to apply and to perform the essential job functions. If you require assistance with completing an application, please reply that you require assistance

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.