Production Supervisor (m/f/x)*, Athlone

Solventum is a healthcare company focused on creating breakthrough solutions that improve lives and help healthcare professionals perform at their best.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure Environmental Health&Safety compliance for manufacturing personnel.

Provide clear direction to a team of up to 30 personnel and promote a culture of trust and accountability.

Lead and support a Business unit team that assists manufacturing operations.

Recommend and implement measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, production flow, floor layout, process yields, and product quality.

Participate in process/product troubleshooting to maintain desirable product yield.

Apply Lean Manufacturing (5S) and Process Excellence (Six Sigma) methods.

Coordinate equipment repair with the technical team to minimise production line downtime.

Use data, key metrics and statistical information (SPC) to improve processes.

Deliver on all manufacturing KPIs.

Manage employee core time and attendance system.

Ensure quality standards are achieved and maintained; maintain production‑related documentation.

Expedite production, maximising efficiencies across all areas and supporting KPI achievement.

Provide direction and support to manufacturing team members and support functions.

Address performance issues effectively and conduct annual performance appraisals.

Communicate timely updates to the team on all matters relevant to manufacturing.

Ensure training aligns with process instructions and skill versatility targets.

Maintain training records for internal and external audits, including ISO 13485 and FDA.

Ensure monthly build schedule is met and material scheduled on Oracle.

Update production plans for daily meetings.

Ensure employees comply with all company policies across shifts.

Maximise efficiencies and performance across manufacturing areas.

Liaise with Warehouse and Distribution to ensure correct and timely material transacts.

Manage materials using the MRP system.

Establish and encourage strong teamwork culture.

Lead and participate in cross‑functional and cross‑divisional process improvement initiatives.

Abide by EHS policies and related documentation.

Comply with all required training and documentation.

Follow CGMP requirements.

Actively contribute to compliance initiatives.

Education

Certification in supervisory management course and/or 5‑7 years manufacturing experience, preferably in a medical device field.

Experience

Five years’ experience in medical device or similar industry with an established track record.

Skills

Production process troubleshooting.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Good working knowledge of MRP.

High level of PC skills.

Self‑starter with efficient work methods, analytical and problem‑solving skills, and ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.

Work Location

Onsite– Athlone, Ireland.

Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status.

Solventum ATHLONE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.

Solventum is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, civil status, disability, family status, or membership of the travelling community.

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