Manufacturing Jobs in Illinois

INTRODUCTION

New associates are eligible for the following benefits effective date of hire!

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Company-paid life insurance and disability benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off and 10 paid Holidays
• 401k Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career growth and opportunity for advancement

We offer competitive market compensation. Potential salary range for this role is $90K-$100K. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

ABOUT THE SITE

Our Wheeling facility focuses on precision machining of metal components, supporting high-performance medical device manufacturing.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Production Supervisor offers essential leadership and guidance at the operational level, overseeing performance assessment and addressing challenges within designated areas of the facility. Furthermore, the supervisor cultivates an environment characterized by inclusivity, transparent communication, and trust, thereby enhancing team development and employee engagement.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Complies with Viant Values, emphasizing safety, quality standards, and adherence to policies and procedures.
• Provides guidance with the resolution of technical and production issues to ensure that weekly schedules are completed in alignment with Company and Customer expectations.
• Develops and oversees the synchronization of products or production lines with the master production schedule and material planning to achieve production objectives.
• Establishes and monitors departmental performance metrics, including visual controls, and provides regular updates on progress.
• Ensure that work orders are accurately closed in Oracle and that data integrity is maintained.
• Supervises team members in a manner that promotes a safe working environment and encourages a self-directed team approach.
• Offers leadership to team members in various aspects, including recruitment, performance management, coaching, counseling, and implementing corrective actions.
• Maintains ongoing communication regarding production, facility, and team member achievements and concerns.
• Facilitates communication, coordination, and conflict resolution within and between work groups.
• Fosters a culture of diversity, inclusion, open communication, and trust, creating opportunities for training and professional development.
• Remain adaptable to the business’ needs and undertake additional responsibilities as required.
• Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing Methodologies:
• Assist in analyzing production and related processes, offering recommendations for enhancements and organizing process improvement initiatives through the application.
• Collaborates with Engineers to analyze production and related processes, providing recommendations for improvements and organizing process enhancement activities.
• Identifies, organizes, and/or delivers training to ensure a safe, efficient, and high-quality work environment, focusing on continuous improvement.
• Encourages an environment of inclusion, open communication, and trust to support team development and enhance associate engagement.

REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge/Education:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Bachelor’s degree in Operations/Engineering or Business preferred

Job Experience:

• 3+ years of supervisory experience in Manufacturing Environment
• 3+ years in Machining environment, CNC or Swiss machines

Skills/Competencies

• Experience in Medical/Pharma environments
• Ability to plan and manage various aspects of the operation for the safe environment and profitable growth
• Strong organizational, time management and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Strong problem-solving skills: the ability to ask the right questions, help frame logical conclusions and arrive at effective solutions
• Exhibits a high level of energy and possesses excellent interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated experience teaching and coaching the application of continuous improvement and analytical skills
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Proficient in MS Office with advanced Excel competence
• Rapid Response experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• Working on the production floor of either sitting, walking and standing
• Occasional lifting up to 25lbs

Viant is a global medical device design and manufacturing services provider that partners and innovates with customers to provide the highest quality, life enhancing medical devices. We do this through our depth and breadth of capabilities, end-to-end integration, technical expertise, and relentless focus on our customers and on operational excellence. With nearly 6,000 associates across 24 locations worldwide, we offer a unique combination of small-company service and attention with big-company resources.

Viant provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Viant complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.