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Job Title: Production Supervisor- 3rd ShiftJob DescriptionThis position will be responsible for the management and oversight of a contract manufacturing operation that includes 3 direct report supervisors and approximately 120 production operators across 3 shifts. The role involves using production and operating reports to manage yield rates, equipment uptime, output, material usage, and overhead rates to meet performance and cost expectations. The Production Supervisor will resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimal cost and prevent production delays. Additionally, the role includes planning direct labor staffing to meet production forecasts, as well as interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems.Responsibilities• Manage and oversee a contract manufacturing operation with 3 direct report supervisors and approximately 120 production operators across 3 shifts.• Use production and operating reports to manage yield rates, equipment uptime, output, material usage, and overhead rates.• Resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimal cost and prevent production delays.• Plan direct labor staffing to meet production forecasts.• Interview, hire, and train employees.• Plan and direct work.• Appraise performance, reward, and discipline employees.• Address complaints and resolve problems.Essential Skills• Production management• Metrics and analysis• Engagement management• Manufacturing operations• Manufacturing process• Management skills• 5+ years experience as a production manager, ideally in a contract manufacturing environment• Developing and maintaining metrics for production• People skills to influence the engagement of direct labor workforce• Strong data analytics and problem-solving skills• Experience with manufacturing software (Epicor)• Lean manufacturingAdditional Skills & Qualifications• Experience with Epicor Vantage ERP• Experience in medical device manufacturing• Experienced in the implementation of new ERP systems (Epicor)• Experience working in a small to midsize company that experienced significant growth• Bachelor's DegreeWhy Work Here?The company has been acquired by a private equity firm with ambitious growth plans to increase the company by 300% in the next 5-7 years through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. This firm is hands-off in the operations of their companies and does not impose strict spending limitations, understanding that capital investment is necessary to achieve their growth goals.Work EnvironmentThe role is within a contract medical manufacturing environment and involves being in and out of cleanrooms. The work environment is dynamic and growth-oriented, supported by a private equity firm that values strategic investments to drive expansion.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Arden Hills, Minnesota.About Aerotek:We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.