Supervisor, Production, Swing Shift (10:30 am to 7:00 pm)
San Diego, CA
Full Time
Experienced
ABOUT
Want to work for a fast-paced and disruptive company that is working to revolutionize blood testing? Truvian is a healthcare company at the intersection of diagnostics and consumer tech. We are developing an automated benchtop diagnostic system to provide lab-accurate results in 20 minutes for a comprehensive suite of health tests. Our proprietary approach, for which we are seeking FDA clearance, is intended to fulfill the promise of delivering accessible and affordable blood testing from one small blood sample in minutes in a retail setting or private clinic.
At Truvian, we're not just offering a job – We're on a mission. Our culture is built on a passion for discovery and empowerment. We're pioneering a future where health information is in the hands of the individual. We believe that with the right team, every day can be an adventure. Join us and be part of our vision to make routine health testing convenient, affordable, and actionable for today’s connected consumers!
JOB SUMMARY
We're seeking a Supervisor, Production, Swing Shift to join our Operations team at Truvian Sciences. Reporting to the Sr Manager, Production, you'll be responsible for leading our production teams during the Swing Shift (10:30 am to 7:00 pm). We're looking for candidates with a strong track record in a GMP/ISO-13485 environment. Your role will involve supervising Production Operators, coordinating activities to meet demand, training and developing our team, presenting production metrics, and contributing to our manufacturing work instructions.
As needed, the Production supervisor may be required to produce consumables alongside the Production Operators. This individual must be a strong communicator, as understanding and interpreting detailed instructions and the ability to relay those instructions to others verbally and in writing are key elements of this role.
HERE’S WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB:
- You will be setting the strategy and managing clinical studies execution to generate data that substantiate the performance of Truvian’s breakthrough blood testing technology
- You'll work with a rock star team of people who are passionate about the work they do and our ability to disrupt healthcare with our innovative products
- You’ll be a key player on a team responsible for the company’s growth and product launch
- You’ll thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment where you can implement fresh ideas new processes and make things happen quickly without a bunch of red tape
- You’ll have great perks such as Generous Benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision/EAP/Paid Life Insurance/LTD/401K), paid parental leave, flexible PTO, Kombucha and cold brew on tap, craft coffee, a variety of healthy snacks, on site gym and virtual classes, and a farm to table onsite restaurant including a 30% discount
Training
- Complete training on all production processes.
- Be proficient enough to train others on each.
- Train with patience, empathy, and an overall positive attitude.
- Collaborate with the warehouse team to ensure materials are always prepared before the production lot starts.
- Work with the warehouse team to balance the material movement and resolve discrepancies.
- Continuously update and track the status of all work orders via current tools.
- Track lot progress to ensure reconciliation of all materials on DHR.
- Inform production decisions on the line. For example, in the case of process-related issues, decide whether to stop the process, notify the Mfg.-Eng team, and follow up to ensure resolution and production resumption.
- Provide feedback and suggestions for continuous process improvement.
- Lead the team to improve yield and throughput.
- Be able to open and modify work orders following process and quality guidelines.
- Navigate QAD to look up work orders, inventory, lot records, etc.
- Ensure the production team adheres to all regulatory and GMP requirements.
- Monitor daily workflow in the lab and advise on ways to maintain adequate production coverage.
- Troubleshoot/escalate problems as necessary to the appropriate department.
- Assist with sustaining ERP and Quality systems.
- Ensure training documentation is maintained.
- Collection and reporting of daily and weekly KPIs.
- Provide production, progress, or changeover feedback to the Production Manager.
- Production support as required.
- Weekend and overtime may be required.
- Other duties to be assigned
- A minimum of 5 years of cGMP, ISO 13485 industry experience
- A minimum of 3 years in a Manufacturing supervisory position in the medical device industry
- 2+ years of Lean Mfg. deployment Experience.
- Six Sigma Certification (Green Belt, Black Belt) is preferred
- Technical writing skills, Project management skills
- Experience in a start-up and/or pilot production environment
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
- Mechanical aptitude with thorough knowledge of product assembly, fluid dispensing, and automated systems
- Intermediate level of Computer Skills – Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio
- Prior experience in medical device or IVD product development is strongly preferred
- Very strong analytical and problem-solving skills; organized and efficient
- Proven interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills; excellent time management skills
- Able to excel in collaborative, fast-paced, and evolving start up environment; able to manage competing priorities
- Superb attention to detail; produces work of exceptional quality and accuracy
- Ability to proactively identify issues and address with a solutions-oriented approach
- Yes
SALARY RANGE
- $69,000 to $87,000
This range considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate's qualifications and experience. Placement within the compensation range is determined by internal equity and relevant qualifications.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ABILITIES
- Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms and talk or hear
- Ability to lift and move over 25 lbs. repeatedly and safely, occasionally 75 lbs. with assistance
- Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
- Occasionally required to sit and climb or balance
- Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus
- Truvian provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
- This policy applies to all employment terms and conditions, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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