Quality Supervisor - San Diego, United States - Johnson Matthey

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Pay Range:
$82,000 - $85,000

  • Together for a cleaner, healthier world._


Johnson Matthey, a FTSE 250 organization, is a global leader in sustainable technologies specializing in catalysis, precious metal products, chemicals and process technology.

With operations in over 30 countries, we employ more than 12,600 people.

We have more 200 years of success behind us; be part of the next stage of our growth journey and help maintain our reputation as one of the most admired organizations in our field.

Our unique culture and people give us competitive advantage and will ensure our success for years to come. You can be part of that success story.


Directs and coordinates daily responsibilities and development of Quality personnel engaged in various inspection activities of raw materials and manufactured medical device components.


Your responsibilities:

  • Responsible for directing and coordinating the activities of up to 20 personnel, including Quality Team Leads of each shift, engaged in the quality assurance of precision machined parts.
  • Supervises employees on an assigned shift to ensure the quality of products, perform relevant routine tasks associated with the supervision of Leads across all shifts, and some nonroutine tasks within established timing, quality, and cost standards.
  • Planning and coordination of inspection activities to obtain optimum utilization of human resources.
  • Monitors the performance and output of the shifts and may reassign activities to deliver set KPIs.
  • Advises Management of new developments that may affect profit, schedule, costs, customer relations and/or interdepartmental relations.
  • Schedules all labour within their assigned department which includes overtime, vacations, leave of absences, and training to ensure the timely completion.
  • Analyses inspection data to improve management decisions regarding prioritizing, necessity of overtime, and other employee and quality related issues.
  • Takes part in Material Review Board for timely disposition and correction of suspect product.
  • Weekly approvals of time records for department.
  • Responsible for timely performance feedback and annual reviews.
  • Facilitates and coordinates training for Quality Department personnel against various QMS processes and procedures.
  • Maintains a working knowledge of new technologies which may improve inspection activity.
  • Continual Improvement understanding will be developed to a level whereby they will be involved in larger lean projects and potentially lead smaller area specific projects.
  • Ensures both self and team always adheres to business, EHS, & Quality standards, and that inspection activity does not override EHS requirements.
  • Works with the team to ensure they understand EHS responsibilities.
  • Able to provide backup support for Quality related activities as needed to meet business goals.
  • Able to accommodate flexible scheduling requirements as needed.
  • Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements for the role:

  • Bachelors or Associates Degree
  • Preferred
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Essential
  • 46 years experience in a manufacturing environment preferrably servicing the Medical Device Industry with a minimum of 2 years responsibility in a Supervisor role.
  • Working knowledge in progressive management technologies such as Lean Manufacturing, JIT, MRP, and ERP.
  • Supervisor experience in an ISO 13485 or FDA/21 CFR regulated work environment
  • Preferred
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Word and Excel
  • Good communication skills required to exchange information with shift operators, operational management and peers in associated processes. Strong communication skills at all levels and across all disciplines including strong customer focus and good customer relations.
  • Works with the team to ensure they understand EHS responsibilities.
  • Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematics or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

How you will be rewarded:
We offer a competitive compensation and JM Elements benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 20 days annual leave (varies for shift
- based roles). Our JM Elements Benefits programme helps our employees understand and manage the JM benefits, as well as helping you focus on your overall wellbeing - for you and your family. We use our inspiring science and technology to enhance lives. For those who are passionate about sustainable solutions and shaping our markets, we offer stretch and a wealth of diverse opportunities. We'll give you freedom to bring your whole self to work and be part of a team where difference matters and all voices are heard, that genuinely cares for you and where your contribution is appreciated. We'll empower you to lean in and make things happen, to create solutions and value for our customers. United by our values and vision, we're self-starters sharing the same values and accountability and always with

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