Line Supervisor, Manufacturing Media

Manufacturing and Production

About the Company : Merz is a family-owned medical device and pharmaceutical company headquartered in Germany. Our Global Technical Operations based in WI manufactures, packages and ships several innovative products so that people all over the world can live better, feel better, and look better.

The Line Supervisor, in Manufacturing Media is accountable for providing support and removing barriers for operations team members.

Supports, trains, and coaches associates in all essential functions. Directs daily activities including scheduling of work, resource allocation, and quality and productivity in all aspects of media manufacturing.

Ensure accuracy and thoroughness of all documentation. Assists Manager in meeting all measured performance targets related to Safety, Quality, Productivity and Cost on a continuous basis.

Primarily supervises in clean room. Key Responsibilities : Daily work direction

• Provides daily work direction for operations associates and specialists by training, supporting, and coaching. Reviews daily schedule and allocates resources accordingly. Problem Solving
• Utilize root cause analysis tool to identify the cause to an issue or event impacting the process.
• Assists in the implementation of corrective action(s) to identified root cause and track the effectiveness of the corrective action.

Supports meeting department objectives and goals.

• Supports, tracks, and documents activities to meet department objectives / goals including quality standards and performance metrics related to Safety, Quality, Productivity and Cost. Training
• Supports employee and ongoing training for associates. Communication with co-workers
• Communicates with supervisor and / or fellow associates on related order questions or concerns. Accurate documentation
• Accurately documents necessary processes performed per procedural requirements and support the review of completed documents for completeness and accuracy. Housekeeping
• Maintains cleanliness and order including segregation and proper identification of material. Adhere to safety requirements
• Use of appropriate personal protective equipment and following necessary steps to ensure there are no safety concerns. Other duties as assigned
• Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties required by their supervisor. Education :
• High school graduate or equivalent. Required
• Associate degree in related field (preferred, but not required). Professional Experience :
• Minimum of seven years operations experience in a manufacturing environment or Associates Degree with 2 years of experience.
• Experience working with medical product manufacturing and / or GMP manufacturing. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
• Must possess demonstrated math, reading, and writing skills. Required
• Ability and willingness to ensure accuracy, understand detailed instructions, good interpersonal skills, record of dependability, and attention to detail and quality. Required
• Basic computer proficiency in ability to enter data and retrieve SOP documents. Required Personal skills :
• Ability to lead a team and make decisions. Required
• Self-motivated. Required
• Must be adaptable / flexible. Benefits :
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plan.
• 20 days of Paid Time Off
• 15 paid holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k)
• Employee bonuses
• And more! Your benefits and PTO start the date you're hired with no waiting period! Come join a company that is committed to being a trusted partner focused on our customers while not forgetting about our employees! Why Join Us?

We offer a collaborative, family-oriented work environment where you can grow your career. As part of our team, you'll be contributing to important manufacturing processes while receiving ongoing support and training.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about leadership and committed to continuous improvement. Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)