Production Manager

Overview:

This position interacts regularly with Operations Management to support global business direction & identify areas in need of improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain first-hand understanding of the state of the department(s) by spending an effective amount of time in the department(s)
• Ensure work order status is updated in a timely manner
• Maintain and evaluate KPI’s for productivity and evaluations
• Recognize, develop and utilize natural leaders
• Must be heavily involved with all personnel matters including employee performance issues, corrective action processes, and employee development plans and actions
• Drive quality and efficiency improvements
• Provide direction/guidance to ensure that expectations and goals are clear and understood
• Ensure work is being completed in a safe, sanitary and orderly environment
• Ensure area functions effectively independent of leadership oversight
• Support audits, investigations and tours within the department
• Ensure compliance of, and adherence to, internal procedures and processes
• Initiate actions to improve quality and efficiency
• Must maintain all training requirements for the position, while seeking out opportunities for continuous development and growth
• Adhere to the Quality Management System and its processes to meet FDA 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, and other applicable regulatory requirements

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Management or a related field; or experience of such kind and amount as to provide a comparable background preferred
• Minimum 2 years experience in manufacturing management preferred
• Knowledge of/or training in ISO, GMP and CFR standards
• Computer proficiency, experience with Microsoft products (Word and Excel)

Physical Requirements:

• General office setting.
• Exposure to moderate noise and light levels within manufacturing facility
• Requires close visual acuity when working with computers, etc.
• Maintain a physical presence in the area of responsibility
• Proper attire/clothing and personal protective equipment/clothing as required within Controlled Production Areas