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Production Supervisor - Plates Value Stream (Evening Shift)

AT Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Production Supervisor - Plates Value Stream (Evening Shift)

Lenexa, KS

Work Schedule

Environmental Conditions

Job Description

SHIFT HOURS:

Monday: 5pm - 1.30am

Tuesday: 5pm - 1.30am

Wednesday: 5pm - 1.30am

Thursday: 5pm - 1.30am

Friday: 2pm - 10.30pm

Some shift flexibility will be required to cover annual leave and unexpected absences.

How will you make an impact?


The Production Supervisor is responsible for the organization and coordination of manufacturing activities and the supervision of employees within their assigned department. You will be responsible for meeting safety, quality, production, and financial targets, while also working closely with the department manager to develop and implement strategic and tactical activities. Your proven analytical and problem-solving skills will be essential in maintaining excellent performance and driving continuous improvement.

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What will you do?

  • Maintain appropriate staffing, interview applicants, and hire qualified candidates.
  • Analyze production performance indicators, establish triggers, and implement sustainable corrective actions to enhance quality, reduce waste, and improve efficiencies.
  • Collaborate proactively with the team, internal customers, and peers to drive continuous improvement initiatives and optimize operational efficiencies.
  • Cultivate an environment of accountability and data-driven decision-making.
  • Support the manager in leading and promoting process improvement initiatives to achieve strong safety performance, product quality, finance, and process efficiency.
  • Ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions (Wis), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Quality System guidelines, and safety standards.
  • Take charge of the daily production schedule, addressing any obstacles to timely completion of jobs, and collaborating closely with cross-functional departments to meet business objectives and customer deliveries.
  • Assist and support the department manager in investigating internal incidents, customer complaints, and change controls, and prepare reports while assigning responsibilities for corrective and preventive measures.
  • Analyze nonconformances and observations to facilitate the identification and implementation of corrective actions, while tracking and trending non-conformances, complaints, and internal investigations.

In addition, other duties may be assigned as the business needs warrants.

Education / Experience

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, or a related technical field.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
  • Practical application experience of PPI and Lean Manufacturing or other process improvement methodologies.

SKILLS and ABILITIES:

  • Leadership in core values of Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement.
  • Experience working in aseptic and sterile dispensing environments.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in previous work experiences
  • Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Client-provided location(s): Lenexa, KS, USA
Job ID: ThermoFisher-R-01291592
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Fitness Subsidies
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Financial Counseling
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program