Junior Production Coordinator Medical Technology (Development towards Shift Supervisor)

About the job

The Position at a Glance

Role: Junior Production Coordinator Medical Technology (with planned development towards shift supervision)

Employer: Internationally active medical technology company

Company size: Around 70 employees, planned growth to approx. 120 employees within the next 3 years

Workplace: Frauenfeld

Workload: 100%

Working hours: 40-hour week

Work model: Start in the day shift during onboarding (several months), from 1 January permanent late shift (13:00–22:00)

Reports to: Production management

Start: By arrangement

What you will do

• Support the establishment and further development of the late shift in balloon manufacturing
• Set up machines, perform maintenance and carry out calibrations
• Analyse technical malfunctions and ensure stable production operations
• Actively participate in production and know the processes in detail
• Document shift results and ensure a clean handover to the day shift
• Gradually develop towards shift supervision with responsibility for additional production areas

What you bring with you

• Completed technical vocational training, e.g. as an automation technician, polymechanic, production mechanic or comparable
• Experience in handling machines and technical equipment
• Willingness for permanent late shift
• Very good German skills in spoken and written form + good English skills
• Production experience in a regulated environment such as medical technology and pharmaceuticals is an advantage but not mandatory
• Experience with maintenance, calibration or technical fault analysis
• Good IT affinity
• Interest in developing into shift supervision in the coming years (motivation ✅, hunger for more ✅)

So you know what you are getting into

The position is a combination of production, technology and initial leadership responsibility. In the initial phase, you will get to know the machines, processes and workflows in detail and work operationally. The goal is for the late shift to be able to work as independently as possible technically and for you to take on more responsibility in the medium term.

The area is expanding. Those who like to help shape, take responsibility and want to develop in the long term will find appropriate opportunities here.

What to expect from the employer

Our client is an internationally active medical technology company that develops and produces implants and catheters for the treatment of vascular diseases. The products are used worldwide and make a direct contribution to improving vascular care for patients.

The company is growing strongly and continuously invests in new products, processes and production capacities. At the same time, great value is placed on keeping interpersonal relationships personal despite growth. The culture is characterised by personal responsibility, teamwork and the aspiration to continuously improve things. Bentley itself describes this as a combination of ambition and authenticity: ideas should have space, employees should be able to take responsibility and collaboration is valued above hierarchies.

Specifically for you

• Planned development path towards shift supervision
• Internal and external training opportunities
• Targeted training in lean and process methods
• 40-hour week
• Permanent late shift from 13:00 to 22:00
• Shift allowance in addition to base salary
• Sports, gaming and leisure groups
• Staff restaurant with discounted catering options
• Many other great benefits

Next steps

1. For the first step, your CV is sufficient. We do not require a cover letter.
2. You will usually receive feedback from us within a few days, at the latest within two weeks.
3. If your background basically fits, we will discuss the position, your experience, your expectations and your open questions.
4. If it fits both sides, we will introduce you to the company and accompany you through the further application process.

Any questions? SMART Recruiting is happy to assist you. We look forward to your application!