Valencia, CA (onsite)
Supervisor, Production
Advanced Bionics is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee production assemblers and test technician personnel within the manufacturing operation. This onsite role is responsible for executing material and production plans, supporting manufacturing schedules, ensuring quality and compliance standards are met, and leading production teams to achieve safety, productivity, WIP, yield, and service level goals.
Responsibilities:
• Lead production team members while ensuring employee safety and compliance within assigned areas
• Ensure all work is performed according to documented procedures, quality standards, and compliance requirements
• Set daily, weekly, and monthly personnel schedules to support production targets and demand pull service levels
• Serve as an escalation point for production troubleshooting, issues, and line-down prevention
• Analyze and drive productivity, WIP, and yield using continuous improvement methods such as Kaizen, A3, and 5 Whys
• Prepare production reports and present performance updates during operational meetings
• Coach employees, establish training plans, verify training records, and support performance management and development
More about you:
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience required
• Experience in an FDA-regulated or medical device manufacturing environment preferred
• Experience in lean production and Class III medical device environments preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication, relationship management, conflict resolution, and active listening skills
• Ability to lead production meetings, support capacity analysis, and collaborate with Engineering, Planning, Quality Assurance, and R&D
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; SAP background preferred
A minimum of 200Mb/sec download and 10Mb/sec upload speed internet connectivity is required to support any remote/hybrid employee functionality at Sonova
Don't meet all the criteria? If you’re willing to go all in and learn we'd love to hear from you!
We are looking forward to receiving your application via our online job application platform. For this position only direct applications will be considered. Sonova does not recruit via app, telegram, carrier pigeon or any other format that does not include speaking with an actual human. If you are offered a job without speaking with someone please contact Sonova Human Resources
What we offer
*Plan rules/offerings dependent upon group Company/location
This role's pay range is between: $79,200 – $99,000 annually This role is also commission eligible/bonus eligible.
How we work:
At Sonova, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and foster an inclusive environment that promotes engagement and collaboration. Our team-customized hybrid work model empowers teams to balance individual needs with business goals, offering flexibility and individualized time management. We recognize the importance of life outside of work and strive to create a supportive and motivating workplace where innovation thrives.
Around 25% of the world’s population is living with hearing loss. At Sonova, we envision a world where everyone enjoys the delight of hearing and lives a life without limitations. From personal audio devices and wireless communication systems to audiological care services, hearing aids, and cochlear implants. Our product brands – Phonak, Unitron, Sennheiser (under license), and Advanced Bionics – create compelling new products to offer the optimal solution for an ever growing consumer base through our globally diversified sales and distribution channels, including our well established global audiological care business. With a presence in over 100 countries and more than 19,000 employees, we leverage our global infrastructure and local roots. We aim for an inclusive work environment and culture that fosters a good balance of family and work-life for everyone. Our workforce is made up of 110 nationalities across 4 generations.
In 2006, Sonova founded the non-profit Hear the World Foundation, which seeks to give children living with hearing loss access to audiological care in low- to middle-income countries.
