R&D Supervisor

FULLTIME: 12-Month Assignment

LOCATION: Arbor Lakes MN

SCHEDULE: 8AM - 4:30PM

PAY RANGE: $48/HR
(Exact compensation may vary based on skills experience and location. Base pay information is based on market location.)

JOB DESCRIPTION:
We are seeking a highly motivated R&D Supervisor with a strong technical foundation in chemistry biology or a related scientific field and a commitment to quality. This role provides leadership for laboratory operations and laboratory personnel in a fast-paced medical device environment. The supervisor will oversee laboratory capabilities resource planning project prioritization and team development while partnering across functions to support product development design verification testing regulatory submissions and other R&D initiatives. The ideal candidate will combine strong people leadership technical acumen strategic thinking and business awareness to enable laboratory excellence and support organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead and develop a high-performing team of laboratory personnel through coaching mentoring employee development and fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
Establish priorities and allocate resources to ensure successful execution of laboratory testing method development and project deliverables.
Oversee daily laboratory operations to support high-quality testing appropriate resource utilization and compliance with applicable quality requirements.
Develop and maintain laboratory capabilities infrastructure and resource plans to support evolving business needs.
Support capital planning equipment strategy and laboratory investments.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance laboratory efficiency quality customer experience and operational performance.
Develop monitor and communicate laboratory operational metrics project status and resource capacity to management and stakeholders.
Partner with cross-functional teams including Design Assurance Regulatory Affairs Process Development Manufacturing Clinical and Quality.

Technical Competencies:
Strong understanding of laboratory operations within a regulated industry.
Experience with test method development qualification validation and troubleshooting.
Knowledge of design verification activities and product development processes.
Working knowledge of statistical analysis tools and methodologies (DOE Minitab data trending).
Strong project management planning and organizational skills.

Leadership Competencies:
Demonstrated ability to lead teams through changing priorities and evolving business needs.
Experience setting direction aligning resources and providing guidance to teams.
Ability to cultivate a collaborative environment that supports employee development through coaching mentoring learning and professional growth opportunities.
Proven ability to drive results through collaboration and stakeholder engagement.

Quality System Requirements:
Demonstrates a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality by maintaining compliance with the Quality Policy and documented quality processes and procedures.
Assures appropriate resources are maintained to support Quality System compliance.
Establishes and promotes a work environment that supports the Quality Policy Quality System and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Engineering Science or a related technical discipline.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in R&D laboratory operations testing method development analytical sciences quality or a related technical field within a regulated environment.
Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience including team leadership project leadership or technical leadership.
Experience working in a regulated industry preferably medical devices.
Strong communication organizational and interpersonal skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May on occasion be exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels such as from office equipment.
• The ability to lift up to 30lbs
• Use of computers and technology

Here at Canon Recruiting People are our priority and we are committed to Include Diversity in every segment of who we are. It is only through our Diversity we are made a stronger organization and increase our ability to provide top tier candidates that our clients have come to know Canon for. We have an inclusive environment all employees are celebrated for their unique differences. The different perspectives and experiences of our workforce give us the competitive advantage that is essential for success in an ever-changing market. By promoting inclusion with the same enthusiasm we devote to quality and competency and using the experience from a diverse assortment of backgrounds and experiences Canon is able to improve the services and value we deliver to clients employees and customers. At Canon Diversification and Inclusiveness are much more than a corporate ambition; they are a critical component in our daily corporate life.

Canon Recruiting is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Canon Recruiting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race national origin gender gender identity sexual orientation protected veteran status disability age or other legally protected status.

The pay range for this position is listed above. Base pay information is based on market location.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Our range of benefits may include health care and 401(k) savings plans.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation please email

Required Experience:

Manager