Design and Samples Supervisor

Department: Production
Reports to: Production Manager
Location: Partizánske (SK)

About us

Medline is a leading provider of medical-surgical products and supply chain solutions, serving all points of care. Through a wide-ranging product portfolio, a robust supply chain network and modern clinical solutions, Medline helps healthcare providers (HCPs) improve their clinical, financial and operational outcomes. Headquartered in Northfield, Illinois, United States, the company employs more than 43,000 people worldwide and operates in more than 100 countries and territories. Outside the US, Medline International B.V. serves as the international headquarters and is located in the Netherlands (currently Arnhem; to be moved to Utrecht in 2025). To learn more about Medline’s operations in Europe, visit www.medline.eu.

Purpose

As Design and Samples Supervisor you will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional customer experiences! As the leader of our Design team, Samples, and First Industrialization processes, you’ll ensure every detail meets the highest standards. Your coordination will transform creative ideas into flawless products, directly influencing quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

How can you help us?

• Speed up innovation: Manage the entire sample production process based on Design team requirements, ensuring quick turnaround and top quality.
• Lead with impact: Organize and oversee the Design team, 1st Industrialization, and Sample areas according to strategic plans—help us meet goals for timing, quality, and productivity.
• Stay ahead of challenges: Anticipate needs, adapt processes, and resolve issues in sampling and industrialization to keep everything running smoothly.
• Drive improvements: Take an active role in projects that enhance ergonomics, safety, and quality standards.
• Shape the future: Implement processes that lead to continuous improvement and contribute to new product development.
• Keep us aligned: Maintain accurate processes, work instructions, and procedures to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Inspire and develop talent: Lead, motivate, and grow your team through performance reviews, training, and development opportunities.
• Ensure accountability: Manage disciplinary actions, attendance, and compliance with contamination control and company policies.
• Champion excellence: Maintain a clean, safe workplace and ensure adherence to ISO standards and legal requirements for health, safety, and environmental protection.
• Own your area: Take responsibility for cost center management, documentation accuracy, and KPI monitoring.
• Collaborate and innovate: Actively participate in projects, contribute ideas for improvement, and provide regular reporting to management.

Are you a match?

We’re looking for someone who brings both expertise and energy to the team. Here’s what will make you stand out:

• Product & Process Know-How: Familiarity with our products and workflows is a plus.
  
• Tech-Savvy: Comfortable with ERP systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
  
• Strong Communicator: Clear, confident communication skills.
  
• Team Player & Independent Worker: Thrive both on your own and in collaboration.
  
• Organized & Detail-Oriented: You keep things structured and accurate.
  
• Language Skills: Proficient in English.
  
• Proactive & Initiative-Driven: You don’t wait—you make things happen.
  
• Leadership Experience: Skilled in managing small teams and guiding people.
  
• Experienced Professional: At least 2 years in a similar role.
  
• Managerial Strength: Solid leadership skills with experience in team management.
  
• Resilient Under Pressure: Great at stress management and conflict resolution.
  
• Time Management Pro: Able to prioritize and plan effectively.
  
• Flexible & Adaptable: Ready to handle change with confidence.
  
• Collaborative Spirit: Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills.

What we offer

• Annual bonus of 7% of gross annual salary, paid twice a year based on KPI achievement
• Transportation allowance
• Seniority bonus
• Meal allowance in the company cafeteria
• Financial reward for improvement suggestions

Ready for a new challenge?

Medline thrives when everyone feels truly connected and empowered to contribute their unique insights. We aim to ensure an environment where every individual feels a strong sense of belonging and is fully engaged. We're eager to welcome applicants, regardless of background and/or lived experiences, recognising that our differences in perspectives enables us to carry out our mission to help improve healthcare delivery and outcomes. We look forward to receiving your application.

Contact

Please apply below with your CV or LinkedIn profile before 15.12.2025. We look forward hearing from you!

Medline is committed to reducing our carbon footprint, developing responsible products, supporting our employees and local communities, and promoting high ethical standards internally and among our supplier partners. Click here to discover what Medline is doing to make healthcare more sustainable for people and the planet.