Sr Manager, Manufacturing

Baxter International • Hayward, CA

99d • $170,000

About The Position

This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

Requirements

• Demonstrated history of strong interpersonal abilities and leadership qualities, excelling in collaborating across various departments and effectively guiding teams.
• Skill in directing departmental functions via subordinates who offer complete oversight in terms of costs, methods, and employees.
• Proficiency in interpreting and analyzing statistical data and financial reports, resolving technical difficulties, and managing multiple priorities in a manufacturing setting.
• In-depth process knowledge of manufacturing equipment/processes and operations processes, including labor efficiency, plan vs production (PvP), and capacity planning.
• Proficient written communication abilities and the skill to draft technical documentation and convey information effectively in regulatory/client audits.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
• Awareness of GMPs and other relevant regulatory protocols, alongside the proficiency to supervise audit-related responsibilities.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in developing and managing an annual operating budget.

Nice To Haves

• Green or Black Belt certification preferred.
• An MBA, MS, or other technical graduate degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead all aspects of operations within the production division, ensuring the attainment of manufacturing objectives through the optimization of staff and resources alongside lean methodologies.
• Develop and implement the strategic direction and goals of the manufacturing department, ensuring alignment with Plant and Corporate strategic objectives.
• Supervise and appraise the sufficiency of action plans to achieve the plant's strategic aims, monitoring performance and securing alignment across the organization.
• Drive continuous improvement activities using Lean Manufacturing principles and Six Sigma tools to reduce costs, improve quality, reduce lead times, and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Manage staffing needs, budgets, expenses, methodologies, labor efficiency, waste, volume, and related benchmarks.
• Identify, prioritize, and allocate resources to achieve annual operational goals and budget commitments.
• Perform analytical reviews and recommend corrective actions for any exception conditions.
• Emphasize training and implement control systems to eliminate product discrepancies.
• Contribute to employee feedback and developmental processes.
• Collaborate with other managers and customers to ensure quality commitments are met and maintain consistency in personnel policy administration across the plant.
• Assure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including FDA, OSHA, OFCCP, and EPA.
• Adhere to all environmental, health, and safety SOPs, equipment, policies, and procedures, including department-specific requirements.
• Participate as a subject matter expert in audits.
• Partner with the leadership team to devise, roll out, and reinforce the plant's Baxter Operating System (BOS) framework.
• Manage shift and department Supervisors, indirectly supervising employees across multiple shifts.
• Ensure the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the unit.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

Benefits

• Medical and dental coverage that start on day one.
• Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Educational assistance programs.
• Paid holidays and paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service.
• Family and medical leaves of absence.
• Paid parental leave.
• Commuting benefits.
• Employee Discount Program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Childcare benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree