Summary (Main Purpose)

The Finishing Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the finishing operations of manufactured parts. This role involves managing a team, coordinating workflow, and implementing process improvements to optimize production output.

Lowell is the premier partner for the development and production of technologically advanced, implantable medical devices for the cardiovascular, spine, trauma and extremities markets. We manufacture components and assemblies that save lives and improve quality of life.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Parts Finishing Operations: Performs finishing tasks including deburring, polishing, grinding, coating, cleaning, tumbling, blasting, assembly, laser marking and other finishing processes
• Supervise Parts Finishing Operations: Oversee all finishing processes to ensure products meet quality and specification standards
• Team Leadership: Mentor, manage and train finishing, assembly, and laser marking departments ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and productivity goals
• Quality Assurance: Conduct inspections and enforce quality control measures, addressing defects and implementing corrective actions
• Workflow & Scheduling: Coordinate daily work schedules, prioritize tasks, and optimize workflow for maximum efficiency
• Equipment & Maintenance: Ensure finishing equipment is properly maintained, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate repairs or replacements
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and reduce waste
• Safety & Compliance: Enforce workplace safety regulations, conduct safety training, and ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards
• Reporting & Documentation: Maintain records of production output, defects, and employee performance; prepare reports for management review

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is a plus)
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in parts finishing, manufacturing, or a related field
• Experience working in the Medical or other highly regulated industry, specifically ISO 13485:2016 and FDA CFR820
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of finishing techniques (deburring, polishing, anodizing, painting, etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical specifications
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficiency in using finishing tools, measuring instruments, and related equipment
• Strong understanding of workplace safety regulations and best practices

Benefits

• Lowell offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, 401k Retirement Plan with 3% employer contribution, and Profit-Sharing plan

If you are a highly motivated individual who takes pride in their work, we would love to hear from you. Join our team as a Finishing Supervisor and contribute to our commitment to excellence in medical device manufacturing. Please submit your resume to Shelly.anderson@lowellinc.com

This description covers the primary purpose and principal duties of the job. It is not designed to be a complete list of all the duties and responsibilities required of this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.