Production Manger

Applied Medical•Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Applied Medical is a new generation medical device company with a proven business model and commitment to innovation fueled by rapid business growth and expansion. Our company has been developing and manufacturing advanced surgical technologies for over 35 years and has earned a strong reputation for excellence in the healthcare field. Our unique business model, combined with our dedication to delivering the highest quality products, enables team members to contribute in a larger capacity than is possible in typical positions. The Production Manager leads manufacturing operations at Applied Medical, overseeing daily production activities, team performance, and equipment utilization to deliver efficient, safe, and consistent output in a regulated medical device environment. This role is well-suited for experienced manufacturing operations managers, production supervisors, and plant managers with a background in leading teams and driving performance across complex production environments. The Production Manager supports continuous improvement initiatives and ensures manufacturing processes meet quality, regulatory, and operational standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or a related technical discipline; or equivalent experience in a manufacturing leadership role.
Demonstrated experience managing or supporting production operations and manufacturing teams within a fast-paced production environment.
Ability to troubleshoot production issues related to equipment, materials, and process performance.
Familiarity with manufacturing performance metrics such as cycle time, scrap rates, yield, and overall equipment efficiency (OEE).
Experience applying continuous improvement methodologies within a production or manufacturing environment.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and operational leadership skills.
Ability to communicate clearly with technical teams and production personnel across all levels of a manufacturing organization.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment such as medical device, aerospace, automotive, or electronics manufacturing.
Familiarity with manufacturing quality systems, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), or documentation practices associated with regulated industries.
Experience leading lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or process optimization programs within a production setting.

Responsibilities

Lead daily production operations to ensure manufacturing targets, quality standards, and production schedules are met consistently.
Manage and develop production teams responsible for equipment setup, process monitoring, and manufacturing output within a regulated environment.
Oversee manufacturing equipment and systems to ensure reliable production performance and minimize downtime.
Collaborate with manufacturing engineering, quality assurance, and maintenance teams to resolve production challenges and optimize process stability.
Implement continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives focused on production efficiency, scrap reduction, cycle time, and process capability.
Monitor key production metrics including yield, equipment efficiency, and throughput to drive measurable operational improvements.
Ensure compliance with quality systems, manufacturing documentation, and regulatory requirements associated with medical device production.
Coordinate preventative maintenance programs with maintenance and technical teams to sustain production continuity.