Manufacturing Supervisor II

We are searching for a Manufacturing Supervisor II to join our team! This position supervises the operations and production of medical devices to ensure the safe, timely, and quality completion of all production work by effectively utilizing people, equipment and materials to meet company standards.

Schedule: M-F, 1:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Location: 5855 Oberlin Dr. San Diego, CA 92126

The day-to-day:

• Supervises the department's day to day operations.Ensures that employees follow department work instructions and adhere to customer and industry standards for dental product.
• Supervises employee activities including evaluation and overall performance management, training and development, initiating or suggesting plans to motivate workers to achieve goals,and effective communication with associates.
• Understands and drives manufacturing philosophy of Safety (number 1), Quality and Delivery.
• Understands the product manufacturing process from initial steps through final inspection.
• Assures company assets (equipment and material) are used and maintained appropriately and employees promptly report Non-Conforming material (NCR) and/or equipment issues.
• Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules and goals.
• Makes recommendations to management to improve production methods, equipment performance, overall work quality, working conditions, and use of equipment.
• Coordinates time and production records and ensures that job assignments and work are set up for employees in the department.
• Coordinates maintenance activities with department requirements and schedules.
• Assists employees with diagnosing malfunctions in machinery and equipment and alerts maintenance and management of problems with equipment.
• Assures the accurate and timely reporting of various records which may including time sheets, production reports, rework reports, check sheets, employee job transfers, etc.
• Coordinates and collaborates with other departments in establishing and carrying out responsibilities.
• Maintains safe working conditions in assigned area by continually working on safety awareness with associates and enforcing safety regulations.
• Develops high performing work teams and appropriate performance monitoring systems.
• Motivates and coaches employees by assessing employee performance and providing helpful feedback and training opportunities.

What does it take to be successful:

• Associate's degree preferred, high school (HS) diploma required, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• CDT (Certified Dental Technician) credentials or equivalent experience is highly preferred.
• Two (2) plus years as a Manufacturing Supervisor at Argen or five (5) years of supervisory experience in a high-volume, low automation assembly or light manufacturing environment required.
• Experience understanding and implementing organizational processes and procedures.
• Experience leading people through coaching, utilizing the employee performance tool, hiring and onboarding.
• Motivates and coaches employees by assessing employee performance and providing helpful feedback and training opportunities.
• Delegates tasks and manages progress to ensure successful completion of department objectives.
• Creates and reinforces a culture of teamwork and actively resolves conflicts within the team.
• Manages proactively by holding regular 1on1s and team meetings to ensure open lines of communication and professional development for direct reports.
• Working knowledge and experience in overseeing and executing continuous improvement projects.
• Knowledge to adapt to procedures, operations, techniques, materials and equipment.
• Knowledge in identifying, reporting and working with Supply Chain to address Non-Conforming material (NCR's).
• Proven decision-making skills in order to impact the business at a higher level.
• Manufacturing certification or related training preferred.
• Experience with an ERP computer program and being proficient in using this tool to manage production.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Passionate about industry and desire to contribute where needed.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and meet production goals.
• Ability to follow detailed directions in a manufacturing Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) environment is required.
• Proven ability to learn technical concepts by reading work instructions and standard operating procedures, and completing on-the-job training.

Our Awesome Benefits!

• Medical, dental and vision Plans
• 401k with Employer Match
• PTO
• Employee Events
• Wellness Programs
• Discounts for home, travel, entertainment and relaxation

About Us:

At Argen, we're in the business of creating healthy, confident smiles one case at a time. We are 500 team members strong. Founded more than 50 years ago as a precious metals company in South Africa, Argen has grown to become the largest dental zirconia manufacturer in North America, largest dental alloy provider worldwide, and leader in digital dentistry solutions with diverse product offerings. Our 140,000 square foot manufacturing center houses more than 150 3D printing and milling machines and operates six days a week.Argen embodies a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and LEAN practices in support of our mission to help our dental laboratory customers succeed.