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Arthrex Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. Arthrex Manufacturing is actively searching for a Packaging Supervisor to work at our Ave Maria, FL. Location on the First Shift. The successful candidate will manage finished device production through the effective use of resources while adhering to the Arthrex Quality Management System and company policies and procedures. Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better.

First Shift 5:00am-3:30pm (Schedule: M-TH and then TU-FRI...No SAT!) 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Accountable for managing, meeting, and reporting Key Performance Indicators on Packaging operations.
• Resolve work order and inventory discrepancies.
• Review master production schedule and make recommendations for schedule changes that optimize resources.
• Coordinate activities with other functional groups such as Component Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, Validation and Sterilization to ensure on-time delivery.
• Liaison with Engineering and Quality Assurance in relation to non-conformances, process deviations, assembly design issues, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Hire, discipline and discharge employees with the assistance of HR.
• Ensure compliance by all employees to policies and procedures. 
• Monitor personnel training & ensure documentation of required training activities is completed.
• Perform periodic performance feedback, formal performance reviews and handle disciplinary actions.
• Monitor attendance and perform time clock management.

Education/ Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Bachelor's degree preferred or an Associate's degree with related experience.  Non-degreed candidates with direct experience in an FDA regulated industry will be considered
• 5 years of experience in manufacturing or distribution required OR 3 years of progressive manufacturing experience AND a bachelor's degree.
• 3 years of leadership experience preferred.
• Experience in medical devices or another highly regulated industry is preferred
• Experience in a Lean manufacturing environment preferred
• Experience with SAP preferred

Skills:

• Leadership and decision making skills needed
• Strong communication, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to learn new systems quickly to perform most job functions
• Presentation skills required
• Intermediate Microsoft Office Skills
• Able to navigate through SAP without guidance in order to perform job functions and possesses ability to assist personnel as needed
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assign personnel and direct workflow
• Assist employees with professional development/training
• Communicate issues to management that could result in process delays, safety issues, or other potential loss to the company or its associates
• Ensure proper communication between shifts and crews covering production status, backorders, quality, safety and other production issues
• Monitor and execute corrective actions to reduce/eliminate scrap
• Perform Safety training for direct reports
• Maintain inventory accuracy for assigned area
• Stay current with ISO/FDA and internal quality assurance policies

Knowledge:

• Excellent verbal, written, analytical, project, research, organizational and interpersonal skills with a sharp attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously
• Ability to read and understand Bills of Material (BOMs), Routers, drawings and Work Instructions in written or graphical form
• Ability to work independently and interact with all levels of management

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables

Discretion/ Latitude:

Work is performed under general direction.

Exercises minimal autonomy in determining objectives and approaches to daily tasks and projects

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to comprehend and apply mathematical principles to the degree required to perform the job based upon job requirements.

Language and Communication Skills:

Ability to comprehend and apply language skills to the degree required to perform the job based upon the job requirements listed above. Ability to verbally communicate ideas and issues effectively to other team members and management. Ability to write and record data and information as required by procedures.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required sit; use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Vision Requirements:

Visual acuity necessary to do the job safely and effectively.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

Arthrex Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-Provided Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
• Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Annual Bonus
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Free Onsite Medical Clinics
• Free Onsite Lunch
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Trip of a Lifetime
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer PTO
• Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.