Production Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Production Specialist – Lead. Improve. Deliver Excellence.

Location: Lake Zurich, IL
Department: Manufacturing / Operations
Employment Type: Full-Time

Be the Driving Force Behind Quality and Performance

At Medical Murray, we’re passionate about building innovative, high-quality products that make a difference. As a Production Specialist , you’ll play a critical role in leading teams, driving production efficiency, and ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.

If you’re a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in building teams and processes that deliver results — this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

What You’ll Do

In this key role, you’ll oversee daily manufacturing operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant production across multiple product lines. You’ll work cross-functionally to lead improvements, solve challenges, and keep operations running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead with Purpose: Supervise and support a skilled production team, fostering engagement, accountability, and professional growth.

• Drive Operational Excellence: Coordinate setups, oversee material flow, monitor daily output, and perform line clearances to ensure seamless production execution.

• Champion Quality: Collaborate with quality, engineering, and manufacturing teams to maintain compliance with internal processes, documentation, and product standards.

• Enhance Efficiency: Identify and implement process improvements using Lean methodologies to optimize throughput, reduce waste, and improve cycle times.

• Own the Metrics: Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess performance, support data-driven decisions, and continuously elevate team results.

• Prioritize Safety: Promote a proactive safety culture by enforcing standards, investigating incidents, and maintaining a clean, compliant workspace.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for a motivated, detail-oriented leader with a strong foundation in manufacturing operations and a passion for continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or vocational training preferred.

• Experience: 2–4 years of leadership or production coordination experience in a manufacturing environment (medical device or regulated industry experience a plus).

• Technical Expertise:

  • Strong understanding of production flow, line layout, and assembly processes .

  • Experience with Lean manufacturing , 5S, or continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and production tracking systems (ERP/MES).

  • Familiarity with process documentation, compliance standards , and line clearance procedures.

• Attributes:

  • Proven leadership skills with the ability to coach, develop, and motivate team members.

  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

  • High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.

  • A mindset focused on safety, quality, and collaboration.

Lead with purpose. Drive improvement. Deliver excellence. Apply today to join a team that’s redefining what’s possible in manufacturing.
Medical Murray is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.