Supervisor, Manufacturing - 1st shift

at  Thermo Fisher Scientific

JOB DESCRIPTION

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as a Supervisor, Manufacturing in Frederick, Maryland. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a world-class organization that is dedicated to enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing role, with at least 2 years in a people leadership role is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite to support daily operations is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience is preferred.
• Proven leadership skills and the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to apply problem solving methodology to understand root cause and implement solutions.
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
• Other job duties as assigned.

• Lead and supervise a team of manufacturing personnel to ensure flawless execution of production schedules and adherence to quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to determine manufacturing priorities and successfully implement production plans.
• Maintain quality system by following SOP’s and work instructions and update as needed.
• Promote Practical Process Improvement (PPI) to achieve cost savings goals.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize manufacturing processes and increase efficiency.
• Supervise production metrics and analyze data to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies in the manufacturing area.
• Train and develop team members to enhance their skills and competencies.
• Ensure Employees are following company policies and performance manager when vital.
• Maintain the staffing plan and develop a highly productive and efficient team.