Production Supervisor

As a Production Supervisor at Resonetics, your primary responsibilities include overseeing the shift operations involved in manufacturing Nitinol products, managing staffing needs by interviewing and training new hires, ensuring safety and efficiency in production, and maintaining the KANBAN system to optimize workflow. It's also essential to record labor hours, prioritize work orders with Operations, and provide support on the shop floor when necessary.

To qualify for the Production Supervisor role at Resonetics, candidates must possess a high school diploma, while enrollment in a technical school or college degree program is preferred. Basic computer skills in applications like Excel, Word, and PowerPoint are necessary, along with good judgment and problem-solving skills. Prior lead or supervisory experience is a plus, and fluency in English is required, with proficiency in Spanish viewed as beneficial.

Resonetics is committed to the professional development of all its employees, including Production Supervisors. We provide training opportunities and encourage continuous learning to help you grow within the company. Additionally, you'll have access to mentorship programs and resources that can help you enhance your leadership skills and advance your career in the medical device manufacturing sector.

Working as a Production Supervisor at Resonetics means being part of a dynamic and employee-centered culture. You’ll be in a fast-paced environment where collaboration, innovation, and efficiency are pivotal. The role itself is hands-on, requiring you to be involved on the shop floor, engaging with your team and maintaining a robust operational flow while ensuring adherence to high standards of safety and quality.

As a Production Supervisor, you will interact with various light manufacturing equipment and will be responsible for managing the KANBAN system. Familiarity with QAD for creating reports on scrap and efficiency will be beneficial, as well as process troubleshooting. This role is sure to keep you engaged with the latest in manufacturing technologies used in medical device production.

When answering this question, focus on specific instances where you've successfully led a team. Be prepared to discuss how you facilitate communication and foster a positive work environment, while also addressing challenges. Stress your problem-solving skills and highlight any measurable outcomes from your leadership.

In your response, illustrate your ability to assess urgency and importance by using examples from your past experiences. Discuss tools or strategies you've used, such as collaborating with the Operations team or implementing effective scheduling methods to ensure workflow efficiency.

Emphasize your familiarity with safety regulations and procedures that ensure compliance. Provide specific examples of training you've conducted or improvements you've implemented, showcasing your proactive approach to maintaining a safe working environment.

Your answer should emphasize your conflict resolution skills. Share an example of a conflict you've navigated in the past, highlighting the steps you took towards a resolution and the positive outcome. This demonstrates your leadership capabilities and people management skills.

Share your experience and familiarity with QAD or similar software. Discuss how you’ve used such tools to track productivity and efficiency, create reports, or manage workflows. Providing insights into your technical aptitude can set you apart.

Construct a narrative that outlines a challenge you faced, the steps you took to improve efficiency, and the results achieved. Highlight your analytical skills and your ability to lead your team through change effectively.

Discuss qualities such as leadership, communication, problem-solving, and adaptability. Provide examples of how you embody these traits and how they have positively impacted your previous teams to bolster your answer.

Share your methods for keeping current, whether it's through attending seminars, participating in online courses, or networking within the industry. This shows your commitment to continuous improvement and staying on the cutting-edge of manufacturing practices.

Detail your approach to onboarding new team members, including the training methods you use and how you ensure they feel integrated into the team. Sharing a success story can provide tangible proof of your effective training skills.

Here, you want to align your personal values and career goals with those of Resonetics. Talk about how their commitment to innovation and employee culture resonates with you, and share your excitement about the opportunity to contribute to shaping the future of micro-manufacturing.