Production Supervisor - Snoqualmie - MicroConnex, an Amphenol CMT brand

Description

Amphenol CMT is a leading innovator in the design and manufacturing of advanced medical devices that transform and elevate patient care. We specialize in engineering high-performance interconnects, flex circuits, molded components, precision bearings, and fully integrated solutions for surgical, interventional, monitoring, and other mission-critical applications.

Guided by a culture of innovation, collaboration, and lean principles, we deliver exceptional solutions and premium service that set new standards in the industry.

As part of the global Amphenol family—one of the world's largest providers of high-technology interconnect, sensor, and antenna solutions—CMT is proud to contribute to products that enable the electronics revolution and improve lives worldwide.

MicroConnex, a CMT business unit, is a recognized leader in developing and fabricating specialized flex circuit technologies for high-density, demanding applications—further expanding our expertise and impact across critical industries.

SUMMARY

The Production Supervisor works under the supervision of the Manufacturing Manager. The Production Supervisor is responsible for supervising employees engaged in the manufacturing of products within quality, time, and cost standards. Additional responsibilities include enforcing safety protocols, implementing and monitoring process improvements, maintaining process control and troubleshooting documentation.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Oversee production and quality of products to ensure MCX produces defect-free products which meet or exceed customer expectations, on schedule, and to customer requirements.
• Closely monitor operational performance to meet goals and objectives established by the company using plant metrics as a tool for continuous improvement.
• Establish and maintain tiered reporting and problem solving
• Maintains productions processes. Ensures minimal machine downtime by ensuring workstations are staffed, work orders and materials lined up, and set-up times kept to schedule.
• Direct and supervise all personnel involved with the production/manufacturing of products.
• Provides training and development; coaches and develops employees within assigned areas, fostering open communication within the group to promote teamwork. Ensures team is cross trained to support scheduling flexibility according to site standards.
• Responsible for planning and directing the workflow, assembly methods and workforce utilization for MCX
• Ensures all Quality system procedures and documentation requirements are consistently followed.
• Ensures all company policies including workflow and safety are followed and enforced.
• Conducts regularly scheduled safety meetings in accordance with OSHA standards and in accordance with company's written safety policy and procedures
• Documents all training records for production/manufacturing employees to ensure all appropriate and mandated training is completed and properly documented.
• Performs set-up machinist job duties in order to meet quality, cost, and on-time delivery goals.
• Promotes and holds team accountable for 5S and good manufacturing practices, COS (Cost of Sales), and Lean problem solving. Participates in and supports kaizens and other CI activities.
• Build and develop a high-performing team through coaching, mentoring, and structured development plans.
• Champion employee engagement through regular feedback, recognition, and open communication.

*Other duties as required in support of the department and the company*

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervisory responsibilities involve overseeing and managing a team or individual to ensure adequate performance and job satisfaction and contribute to individuals' career goals.

QUALIFICATIONS

To succeed in this job, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential job function. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, with supervisory and work planning experience.
• Experience in 5S and Lean practices.
• Background in electronics and regulated discrete manufacturing environments, preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified a plus

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.

JOB SKILLS

• Advanced in MS Office Suite and SharePoint.
• Advanced knowledge of ERP systems, SAP preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrates good judgment and decision-making skills
• Excellent management and communication skills. Able to adapt management, training, and communication style to the needs of their team or individual employees.
• Strong teamwork and relationship-building skills. Effectively communicates and builds trust with site leadership and other departments. Leverages relationships to advance the needs of the site.
• Proficient in MS Office. ERP experience a strong plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a manufacturing plant environment
• Understanding and experience in Lean manufacturing environment. Able to drive continuous improvement projects within their own team and area.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

As part of their job duties, the employee must sit for lengthy periods while operating a computer. They frequently use their hands to type, handle objects, and communicate verbally. Additionally, they will need to stand, walk, and reach regularly, and occasionally lift objects weighing up to twenty (20) pounds. This role requires lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching overhead, reaching at or below shoulder level, and keyboarding. According to ADA regulations, reasonable accommodation will be provided to ensure that individuals with disabilities can perform the job's essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Manufacturing environment: A work environment in a manufacturing plant is the physical and social setting where goods production occurs. Depending on the type of product, process, and plant, the work environment may vary in terms of noise, temperature, safety, and demand. Common characteristics of a work environment in a manufacturing plant are the use of machinery and exposure to hazards such as chemicals, heat, dust, or noise, with a culture of teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement.

ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY

Amphenol CMT is fully committed to minimizing the environmental impact of its operations, activities, and products. To achieve this, we adhere to all applicable environmental regulations and laws, prevent pollution, and continuously improve our environmental performance in all our global operations. This is possible through an Environmental Management System that provides a framework for setting and reviewing our environmental objectives and targets. We aim to identify and reduce any negative environmental impact our business activities may have.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

• ASTM F–2412–2005, ANSI Z41–1999, or ANSI Z41–1991 rated safety toe shoes in specific areas.
• Clear ANSI Z87.1 safety-rated glasses in specific areas.
• Hearing protection in specific locations.
• Ability to compile with JSA in specific areas.

EXPORT COMPLIANCE DISCLAIMER

This position includes access or potential access to ITAR and EAR (Export Administration Regulations) technical data. Therefore, candidates must qualify as US Persons, defined as US Citizens or Permanent Residents (Green Card Holders).

TRAVEL

Approximately 10% of travel is expected, both international and domestic.

SALARY INFORMATION:

According to several states' laws, this position's salary range falls between $80,000 – $100,000 annually. However, this salary information is merely a general guideline. When extending an offer, Amphenol Critical Medical Technologies considers various factors such as the position's responsibilities, scope of work, candidate's work experience, education/training, essential skills, internal pay equity, and market considerations.

Certain roles are also eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases and annual bonus. These awards are discretionary and allocated based on individual and company performance. U.S.-based employees have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, and wellbeing benefits, among others. U.S.-based employees also receive, per calendar year, up to 11 scheduled paid holidays, up to 80 hours of paid time off and sick paid time off.