Production Supervisor I – Shift C

Heraeus

. Coordinate the work activities and resources of assigned lines according to manufacturing specifications, cost, established requirements, EHS/QA policies, and budget .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeCartago • Costa RicaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coordinating manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance with EHS and QA policies, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Proficient in managing production KPIs, employee training, and fostering a collaborative work environment.

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Manufacturing CoordinationProduction KPI ManagementContinuous Improvement ImplementationEHS ComplianceBilingual Communication (English/Spanish)

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Hard Skills

Manufacturing SpecificationsQuality AssuranceGood Manufacturing PracticesGood Documentation PracticesProcess ImprovementData Accuracy ControlBudget ManagementCAPA ResearchNCR ActionsISO 13485 Knowledge

Soft Skills

Leadership CompetenciesTeamwork PromotionEffective CommunicationFlexibilityPrioritization

Industry Keywords

EHS PoliciesCFR 21Operational ExcellenceEmployee TrainingManufacturing Customer Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate the work activities and resources of assigned lines according to manufacturing specifications, cost, established requirements, EHS/QA policies, and budget
Organize employees, materials, equipment, and resources to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly plans and KPIs
Monitor and control production KPIs and ensure preventive actions to avoid line downtime
Communicate with the technical team to prevent manufacturing interruptions
Ensure employee training and certifications for operations, quality, EHS, Good Manufacturing Practices, and Good Documentation Practices
Supervise production lines and intervene in quality, EHS, ergonomic, scrap, or SPC risks
Close production orders and control variances and material, labor, and machine data accuracy
Propose and implement continuous improvement actions for manufacturing operational excellence
Research CAPA and NCR actions and propose quality, safety, and product improvements
Maintain an organizational environment promoting company values and culture
Support business needs through development, engagement, motivation, and retention of employees
Align resources and internal services with customer service, warehouse, logistics, and planning teams
Identify and manage production-line conflicts and promote teamwork and communication
Coordinate and control the area budget and annual variances
Approve hours and overtime biweekly to ensure correct employee payment
Execute sustainable production practices promoting energy efficiency

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor´s Degree in Engineering or related field
Excellent bilingual (English/Spanish) verbal and writing communication skills
Solid understanding of manufacturing
Ability to promote opportunities for continuous improvement
Developed leadership competencies
Flexible and quick prioritizing manufacturing customer requirements
Ability to effectively improve processes
0–3 years in similar positions (preferred qualification)
Knowledge of ISO 13485 normative (preferred qualification)
Knowledge of CFR 21 (preferred qualification)