Production Manager - OS

Medical Device Components LLC•Oceanside, CA

12d•$95,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Lighteum, we pride ourselves on being more than just a place of work. We are a vibrant, innovative team committed to making a difference in the world of medical device components by enhancing the lives of patients worldwide by delivering innovative, high-quality medical components to the MedTech industry. Be a part of a team dedicated to playing a role in creating solutions that make a real impact. Your work will contribute to improving lives.

Requirements

Associates' or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management or a related field.
5-7 years of progressive experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably servicing the Medical Device Industry.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity/role.
Proven ability to lead teams, manage change, and deliver measurable improvements in throughput, cost, quality, safety, and overall operational performance.
Working practical knowledge in progressive management technologies such as Lean Manufacturing, JIT, MRP, and ERP.
Demonstrated Continuous Improvement (CI) experience with hands-on application of Lean, Six Sigma, and the DMAIC methodology.
Strong understanding of safety regulations (OSHA), quality systems such as ISO, and operational KPI management including OEE, FPY, and OTD.
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications.
Prolonged periods of standing and walking through the site.
Prolonged periods of sitting at work working on computers.
Occasionally lift o 25 pounds at a time.
Visual acuity and manual dexterity to inspect products and machinery .

Nice To Haves

Lean Six Sigma Certification.
Familiarity with IFS ERP.

Responsibilities

Overseeing and managing optimization of manufacturing efficiencies.
Plan and coordinate production activities to obtain optimum utilization of personnel, direct materials, and equipment to meet department targets (OTD/CM, etc.)
Advises Management of new developments that may affect profit, schedule, costs, customer relations, and/or inter-departmental relations.
Set appropriate expectations of labor scheduling requirements against expected production output.
Plan and prioritize production activities to minimize downtimes and disruptions to manufacturing schedules.
Leads, manages, and coaches production team to achieve a high performing team.
Responsible for timely performance feedback and annual reviews.
Exercise strong judgment in managing production levels, setting operational priorities, overseeing processes, and resolving employee‑related matters
Maintains a working knowledge of new technologies which may improve operations and develop recommendations accordingly.
Drive measurable process improvements through hands‑on use of Lean, Six Sigma, and DMAIC methodologies.
Able to support and lead Kaizen and lean projects within the area of responsibility.
Manage processes in a changing environment and acts as a change champion to influence positive outcomes.
Champions a proactive safety culture by modeling safe behaviors, reinforcing safety expectations, and ensuring all team members follow established safety standards.
Collaborates and works closely with other functional areas such as Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, Facilities, HR, etc.
Other duties may be assigned.