This senior leadership role is responsible for the overall performance of a manufacturing facility. You will lead a team to achieve excellence in safety, sustainability, cost control, quality, and customer service. You'll also foster a positive and inclusive work environment for a highly skilled workforce.
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute multi-year operational strategies aligned with global goals for safety, sustainability, quality, service, cost, and working capital.
Production Management: Oversee production planning, scheduling, and execution to meet customer demand efficiently. Manage materials, equipment, and human resources effectively.
Financial Performance: Drive financial performance through effective P&L management, budgeting, and cost control.
New Product Introduction: Lead successful product launches by collaborating with R&D to ensure on-time delivery, quality, and cost targets.
Supply Chain Optimization: Work with global teams to optimize the supply chain for efficient and cost-effective operations.
Continuous Improvement: Implement Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to eliminate waste, improve efficiency, and drive employee engagement.
Risk Management: Proactively identify and mitigate risks related to safety, customer supply, business continuity, finances, quality, and regulations.
Technology Integration: Champion the adoption of new technologies (automation, digital solutions) to enhance resource utilization and efficiency.
Team Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing team through coaching, development, and performance management.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to cGMP, IVDR, FDA, OSHA, EPA, ISO standards, and other applicable regulations.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Chemistry (MBA preferred)
15+ years of experience in operations management, with 10+ years in a chemical process environment (batch processing preferred)
Strong understanding of chemical and engineering principles
Proven change management and leadership skills for developing and motivating high-performing teams
Knowledge of ISO quality standards (9001, 13485), good manufacturing practices, and data integrity
Experience in new product introductions and working with R&D for successful product launches
Experience in leading teams for qualification and validation of new processes/equipment in chemical batch processing
Proven track record of continuous improvement through implementing best-in-class manufacturing practices and technologies
Ability to lead and achieve ambitious goals for safety, quality, service, and cost
Strong understanding and experience with Lean manufacturing principles (6S, PDCA, Visual Management, Standard Work, Kaizen, TPM)
Results-oriented leader with a strong process focus, able to see the big picture and achieve short-term and long-term goals
Proven ability to develop and empower teams for sustained operational excellence
This is a great opportunity for a results-oriented leader to play a key role in driving operational excellence in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Manufacturing
Industries
Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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