Lightforceorthodontics

Production Supervisor - Pipeline

Onsite in Wilmington, Massachusetts

Sponsorship not specified$20k-$50kDetected 30 days ago

JiraProcess ImprovementMedical DevicesLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoringLean Manufacturing

About the role

About LightForce LightForce is leading the digital transformation of orthodontics and redefining the standard of care for patients.
With recent advancements unlocking the next phase of digital orthodontics, LightForce continues to push the boundaries of what's possible in personalized care.
Learn more at www.lf.co Description The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily factory operations to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets are achieved.

Ensure adherence to production schedules and adjust staffing levels and resources as needed to optimize productivity.
Develop, implement, and enforce standardized operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate inefficiencies and improve product quality.
Drive a culture of continuous improvement by applying Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and 5S principles where applicable.
Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, & Software teams to troubleshoot equipment, resolve production or quality issues to minimize downtime.
Identify and drive initiatives to improve production efficiency, reduce waste, and minimize downtime.
Prepare and maintain accurate reports on production output, inventory levels, staffing, quality metrics, and related KPIs.

Strong knowledge of production processes, equipment, and quality control principles.
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or 5S methodologies.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business management, or related field.
Experience with ISO 13485, ISO 9001, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
Background in additive manufacturing or startup operations is a plus.
Familiarity with tools such as QuickSight, Jira, and Notion.
Physical Demands
Requires the ability to use hands, and reach with hands and arms
Requires the ability to see, listen, and speak
Requires work activities with production chemicals, adhesives and epoxies, using required personal protective equipment

Coordinate onboarding & cross-training efforts with the team to build flexibility and coverage across all production processes.

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