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Director of Manufacturing
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Platinum Staffing Solutions Canada
in Springfield, MA
PLATINUM STAFFING SOLUTIONS CANADA
Our client is looking for a Director of Manufacturing for their Springfield, MA facility.
Salary: $125,000 - $135,000
Must have Biotech Pharmaceutical, or Medical Device manufacturer 10 years experience with a minimum of five in a leadership role. MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH CLASS 3 MEDICAL DEVICE PRODUCTS. (NOT JUST CLASS 1 OR 2)
Job Description
Responsible for the management of all Medical manufacturing operations, manufacturing engineering and related support functions, including production planning, shipping/receiving, kitting, facilities and equipment maintenance functions. Create and direct a team oriented workforce to achieve and/or exceed employee and customer satisfaction, business and profit objectives, including continuous improvement within areas of safety, reliability, cost savings, team building and personnel management. Develop and implement business plans and programs in a manner that aligns with identified objectives.
Responsibilities:
Forward looking development, communication of strategy and plans and ensure the implementation of plans and policies required for the efficient, cost effective achievement of the business as relates to all Medical manufacturing, manufacturing engineering and related operations.
Provide leadership for the department though direct and indirect staff in the planning and management of all manufacturing, manufacturing engineering and related operations.
Ensure compliance with all FDA, ISO/13485 and internal quality requirements as it relates to all products and services offered by medical manufacturer. Staff operational areas at appropriate levels with fully qualified individuals capable of performing duties to the required level of proficiency.
Work across departments to achieve company and departmental objectives and build team work. Specifically, work with other groups to achieve product and customer standards and requirements, communicating related information as necessary to the appropriate staff.
Identify areas in which process modifications could positively influence a reduction in operating cost and/or increased profit.
Review production, inventory, equipment capacity and utilization regularly. Initiate change as deemed necessary to efficiency, on time delivery, product quality or customer satisfaction.
Provide leadership and direction to subordinate managers. Establish performance requirements and monitors achievements. Direct multiple shift operations through subordinate managers.
Acquire a strong knowledge of the production process and all associated equipment. Be able to troubleshoot manufacturing issues and develop a self-directed team in the same activities.
Gain an understanding of the manufacturing process as it applies to the business software system.
Flexible approach is required to achieve objectives.
Travel of up to 25%
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Educational/Experience:
A minimum of a four year college degree in engineering or science is required. Preference is a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering. Excellent verbal, listening and written communication skills, strong management skills and strong presentation and persuasion skills are also required. An MBA or advanced degree in engineering or related field is a plus.
Experience with a FDA Regulated Biotech Pharmaceutical, or Medical Device manufacturer 10 years experience with a minimum of five in a leadership role; with a clear understanding of best practice with in human resources and team development
Technical:
Demonstrated ability to develop business, operational and financial strategies, plans and programs that foster the achievement of organizational objectives.
Ability to translate broad strategies into specific objectives and action plans.
Understanding and implementation of Lean Manufacturing Strategy and/or Six Sigma Certifications
Demonstrated possession of in-depth and current knowledge of industry best practices and the ability to implement the same.
Financial knowledge of budgets, cost accounting and variance analysis
Experience in technical report writing and verbal and oral communication skills.
Must be able to read blue prints and interpret technical specifications and illustrations.
Performance:
Decision Making & Problem Solving: Able to take action in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a realistic understanding of issues; able to make rational and justifiable technical decisions.
Policies and Procedures: Able to develop, conform to and reinforce established policies and procedures, log/document work activities.
Analytical Problem Solving: Able to use a systematic approach in solving problems through analysis of problem and evaluation of alternative solutions.
Interaction: Able to clearly present information through the spoken work, influence or persuade others through oral presentation in the positive or negative circumstances, listen well.
Versatility: Able to respond to challenging priorities and requirements with minimum disruption.
Initiative: Able to function without supervision.
Leadership: Able to lead disc
Date: November 3, 2009
City/Town: Springfield, MA
Location: MA/Springfield
Wage/Salary: $125,000 - $135,000
Start: asap
Duration: perm
Type: Full Time
How to apply: online at www.eh2zedjobs.com
Company: Platinum Staffing Solutions Canada
Contact: Recruiting Manager
Phone: 866 455-1293
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