Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced FULL TIME/DIRECT HIRE Manufacturing Operations Manager to work at a reputable medical equipment manufacturing company in Odessa, FL (north Tampa area). THIS ROLE IS A LEADERSHIP/PEOPLE MANAGEMENT POSITION - the ideal candidate will have experience overseeing supply chain/procurement personnel, with strong background in manufacturing, preferably within medical device or similar heavily regulated environment.

Location: Odessa, FL 33556

Leadership Role: Yes

This role is responsible for driving performance in Safety, Quality, On-Time Delivery, Inventory, Productivity, and Budgetary goals through strategic leadership and operational excellence. The successful candidate will oversee departments including EH&S/Maintenance, Production Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain/Logistics, and Materials Management, and will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our manufacturing operations.

• Lead all Environmental Health & Safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Promote a proactive safety culture using 5S and behavior-based safety programs.
• Oversee application of quality systems to meet internal and external defect targets. Ensure compliance with FDA CFR 21 and ISO13485 standards.
• Lead engineering support for existing products and new process development. Oversee capital equipment justification and implementation. Partner with Design Engineering for product updates and new product launches.
• Accountable for key performance indicators (KPIs) in Safety, Quality Delivery and Costs metrics. and generate manufacturing/procurement monthly scorecard information for management review.
• Implement automation and technology-driven solutions where applicable.
• Working with the Supply Chain Manager and Supplier Quality, strategically plans and develops comprehensive strategies for sourcing key materials, while appropriately considering future supply challenges and contingencies. This is accomplished through supplier development, quality improvement and cost reduction, supplier lead-time reduction, insourcing, make vs buy administration.
• As a key member of the Senior Leadership team, collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales and marketing, finance, design engineering, and quality assurance.
• Lead change management initiatives supporting production operations by developing and executing strategies to drive adoption, growth and process discipline.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a Supply Chain, Engineering, or technical field of study; MBA preferred.
• 10 years of experience (or equivalent) in leadership roles within manufacturing operations, engineering or supply chain, in a highly regulated manufacturing setting with progressive leadership/team management responsibilities.
• Industry experience within medical device/medical equipment (highly preferred), or similar heavily regulated industry manufacturing
• Six Sigma Green Belt preferred Lean environment experience
• Proven track record in strategic agility, ability to inspire, lead and delegate a diverse workforce. A solid understanding of general manufacturing and materials management with a proven track record of successful negotiations and cost reduction activities.
• Must understand OHSA standards in facility OSHA requirements

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