Senior Manager, Manufacturing

ZOLL Medical Corporation • Pawtucket, RI

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About The Position

The Senior Manufacturing Manager is responsible for manufacturing, packaging, and labeling ACT finished goods and products. Ensuring the product is built to specifications and of the highest quality in the quantities and timing prescribed by the Production Planner. Analyze and manage resources to best meet safety, quality, schedule, and cost objectives. Responsible for housekeeping and safety in all manufacturing areas. Ensure that all established policies, rules, and procedures are followed. Ensure compliance with applicable regulations (environmental, OSHA, FDA). Support Quality System and Engineering initiatives. The Senior Manufacturing Manager also supports other activities, as assigned, by the Senior Director or Vice President of Operations, depending on location.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• 10+ years experience in manufacturing required
• 7-9 years supervisory experience in manufacturing required
• Medical device experience preferred
• Lean manufacturing or similar continuous improvement process experience preferred

Nice To Haves

• Proven track record of success in leading and optimizing manufacturing in a management position
• Demonstrated ability to manage teams, build relationships, and communicate effectively
• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Proficient with ERP, Oracle, and related systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and other relevant technologies
• High sense of urgency and ability to drive results in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, planning, organizational, and negotiation skills
• Strong knowledge of machine mechanics and processes

Responsibilities

• Define strategic direction for assigned manufacturing lines, aligning with Company goals and particular emphasis on Safety, Quality, Schedule, and Cost objectives
• Work with Production Planner to develop build plans, manufactures products according to the plan, and monitors and reports progress
• Control and monitor daily production details to achieve On Time Delivery of product in accordance with the planned production schedule
• Communicate the cause of any delay and the most efficient recovery plan in the event the planned production schedule is unable to be met
• Responsible for leadership and management of manufacturing managers, supervisors and operators
• Ensure manufacturing lines are appropriately staffed and that the manufacturing operators are properly trained to perform the work
• Establish a skilled work force capable of meeting work area performance metrics
• Provide effective training and maintain training records; ensuring Training Record Audits and annual re-certifications are completed
• Ensure consumption of raw materials are accurately tracked during production
• Check machines for maintenance problems and ensures problems are resolved
• Work with Manufacturing Engineering to ensure equipment and fixtures are properly calibrated and maintained
• Ensure cleanliness of all work areas
• Prevent variances of scrap, labor, and materials
• Manage assigned department(s) within established budget
• Ensure all applicable procedures and instructions are followed
• Coordinate with QA, Purchasing, Manufacturing Engineering, and Inventory Control functions to troubleshoot issues such as production holds, material purges or quality issues
• Ensure all products meet applicable specifications
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement through Lean manufacturing techniques
• Responsible for CER/PPE monitoring, maintenance and stocking of supplies worn in the CER/PPE (gowns, hairnets, booties, gloves)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees