1st Shift Manufacturing Supervisor

Job Title: 1st Shift Manufacturing Supervisor

Company: ClearPath Medical

Location: Tustin, CA

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: $21–$27/year (DOE)

Shift Schedule & Coverage Expectations

This role provides leadership coverage for first-shift manufacturing operations and requires flexibility to support business needs while maintaining a sustainable schedule.

• Standard Schedule:
  Monday through Friday, 5:20 AM – 1:50 PM
• Weekday Overtime Coverage:
  As needed, the shift may start as early as 3:30 AM to support production continuity, issue resolution, or staffing needs
• Saturday Overtime Coverage:
  Eight-hour shift every other Saturday, scheduled in advance to support production demands

ClearPath Medical values consistency and planning. Overtime is managed thoughtfully and communicated in advance whenever possible.

About ClearPath Medical

ClearPath Medical manufactures custom medical cable assemblies used in critical healthcare applications. Our products must meet strict regulatory, quality, and traceability requirements. We take pride in building products the right way, where compliance, documentation, and patient safety are just as important as throughput.

The Role

The 1st Shift Manufacturing Supervisor is responsible for leading production operations, balancing quality, compliance, and people leadership. This role requires the ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and resolve issues in real time, while ensuring all processes align with medical manufacturing standards.

This supervisor sets the tone for the shift by maintaining a calm, respectful, and accountable work environment, ensuring work is completed safely, accurately, and in compliance with all procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support first-shift production teams to meet daily production goals while maintaining compliance with quality and regulatory requirements

• Ensure strict adherence to documented procedures, work instructions, and traceability requirements

• Monitor production flow and material availability, addressing issues proactively and escalating appropriately when needed

• Troubleshoot equipment, process, and personnel issues using sound judgment and root-cause thinking

• Review and ensure accuracy of production documentation, travelers, and quality records

• Maintain a strong focus on safety, cleanliness, and organization across the production floor

• Communicate clearly with the second shift, engineering, quality, and materials to ensure continuity and issue resolution

• Provide clear shift handoff reports that accurately reflect production status, issues, and follow-ups

• Coach and develop operators through consistent expectations, feedback, and support

• Address performance or conduct issues respectfully, firmly, and in alignment with company values

What Were Looking For

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role

• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments (medical device experience strongly preferred)

• Strong understanding of quality systems, documentation requirements, and process discipline

• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions without constant oversight

• Proven ability to troubleshoot problems thoughtfully rather than react impulsively

• Leadership style that balances accountability with respect and professionalism

• Clear, direct communicator who can set expectations and follow through consistently

• Comfortable using ERP/MRP systems and basic production reporting tools

• Availability to work 1st shift consistently, with flexibility for frequent overtime

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• Production goals are met without compromising quality or compliance

• Documentation and traceability are accurate, complete, and audit-ready

• Issues are identified early and resolved effectively using sound judgment

• The team feels supported, respected, and clear on expectations

• The shift operates smoothly, safely, and with minimal escalation

What We Offer

• $21 – $27 hourly rate based on real results and experience
• Full benefits (health, dental, PTO)
• The autonomy to run your shift as you own it, as long as the numbers and quality are perfect

ClearPath Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

No phone calls, no recruiters.