We are searching for a Manufacturing Supervisor II to join our team! This position supervises the operations and production of custom medical devices to ensure the safe, timely, and quality completion of all production work by effectively utilizing people, equipment and materials to meet company standards.
Salary Range: $70,000 - $80,000 Annually
Schedule M-F, 6AM - 2:30 PM
Location: 5855 Oberlin Dr. San Diego, CA 92121
The day-to-day:
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Supervises 8 people and the overall department’s operations.
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Overseeing the production process of metals such as gold, silver, and platinum.
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Responsible for quality control.
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Ensuring that the finished product meets customer specifications.
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Understands the product manufacturing process from initial steps through final inspection.
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Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules and goals.
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Makes recommendations to management to improve production methods, equipment performance, overall work quality, working conditions, and use of equipment.
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Coordinates time and production records and ensures that job assignments and work are set up for employees in the department.
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Coordinates maintenance activities with department requirements and schedules.
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Assists employees with diagnosing malfunctions in machinery and equipment and alerts maintenance and management of problems with equipment.
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Assures the accurate and timely reporting of various records which may including time sheets, production reports, rework reports, check sheets, employee job transfers, etc.
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Maintains safe working conditions in assigned area by continually working on safety awareness with associates and enforcing safety regulations.
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Develops high performing work teams and appropriate performance monitoring systems.
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Motivates and coaches employees by assessing employee performance and providing helpful feedback and training opportunities.
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Delegates tasks and manages progress to ensure successful completion of department objectives.
What does it take to be successful:
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Associate’s degree preferred, high school (HS) diploma required, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
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Preferred degree in metallurgy or a related field to qualify for this position.
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5 years of supervisory experience in a high-volume, low automation assembly or light manufacturing environment required.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Experience in settlement statements. Settlement in precious metal futures and options refers to the fulfillment of the legal delivery obligations associated with the contracts. It involves the process of delivering the underlying physical commodity or settling in cash based on the value of the contract at expiration.
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LEAN Management
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Knowledge in identifying, reporting and working with Supply Chain to address Nonconforming material (NCR’s).
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Alloy and Precious Metals experience including Gold, Silver, Palladium, Platinum, Rhodium, Iridium, Osmium
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Ability to follow detailed directions in a manufacturing Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) environment is required.
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Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Our Awesome Benefits!
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Medical, dental and vision Plans
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401k with Employer Match
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PTO
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Employee Events
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Wellness Programs
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Discounts for home, travel, entertainment and relaxation!
About Us
At Argen, we’re in the business of creating healthy, confident smiles one case at a time. We are 500 team members strong. Founded more than 50 years ago as a precious metals company in South Africa, Argen has grown to become the largest dental zirconia manufacturer in North America, largest dental alloy provider worldwide, and leader in digital dentistry solutions with diverse product offerings. Our 140,000 square foot manufacturing center houses more than 150 3D printing and milling machines and operates six days a week. Argen embodies a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and LEAN practices in support of our mission to help our dental laboratory customers succeed.