Plan, direct and coordinate all aspects of the Value Stream and all associated processes at the enterprise level in accordance with company objectives and operating budgets to satisfy safety, quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
Responsible for the development and implementation of activities in production area(s) to meet production goals, quality, and cost objectives.
Prioritizes production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply.
Plans and administers procedures and budgets.
Makes budgetary recommendations on capital expenditures and direct/indirect labor.
Selects and develops personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the production function.
Develops schedules and workforce requirements for assigned areas.
Embrace the Medtronic Performance System (MPS) and implement One Best Way practices to improve local manufacturing and business processes.
Conduct daily Gemba walks to observe & understand the health of the overall system, processes & workflows to understand the key opportunities and where to best direct short, medium and long-term improvement activity & resources.

Bachelor’s degree required
Minimum of 7 years of relevant Manufacturing, Warehouse and Distribution experience within a highly regulated industry and 5+ years of Managerial experience; OR an advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant Manufacturing, Warehouse and Distribution experience within a highly regulated industry and 5+ years of Managerial experience.
Degree in Engineering or Technical Sciences would be nice to have.
Medical Device Manufacturing experience within a cleanroom environment.
Experience effectively leveraging Gemba Walks.
DMAIC Lean / Six Sigma Certification.
Experience leading Kaizen events.
Demonstrated business acumen, including P&L or cost center management.
Experience building and sustaining direct labor engagement programs.
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to interact with all levels of employees.

Health, Dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Long-term disability leave
Dependent daycare spending account
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Simple Steps (global well-being program)
Incentive plans
401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
Short-term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)

Senior Manufacturing Manager

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