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We value what makes you unique. Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology can do to help alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be. Be a part of a company that thinks differently to solve problems, make progress, and deliver meaningful innovations.

A day in the Life:

Medtronic is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manufacturing Manager to oversee manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing manufacturing processes, ensuring quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within a regulated industry.

This posting serves as an opening for two positions: one in Catheter manufacturing and one in Capital System manufacturing, both at the same site in Billerica, MA. The Catheter Manufacturing Manager will lead a team of roughly five supervisors overseeing over two hundred direct labor employees across 3+ shifts; and the Capital Systems Manager will lead a team of two supervisors overseeing sixty direct-labor employees on two shifts, as well as the Catheter and Capital Packaging teams across two shifts. For both positions, a typical day will include coaching and teaching supervisors and manufacturing support team members, attending tier meetings, driving project improvements, improving quality and output, collaborating with functions on-site and off-site, and spending time on the floor with your team. These roles are in a highly visible ramp-up environment where we aim to 10x our current volumes. Knowledge of GMP, ability to prioritize and execute, and a proven track record of leadership are highly desirable.

Responsibilities:

1. Leadership: Provide leadership and direction to the manufacturing team, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.

2. Process Optimization: Continuously improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and increase output while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.

3. Quality Assurance: Implement and maintain quality assurance programs to ensure products meet or exceed regulatory requirements and quality standards.

4. Resource Management: Manage resources effectively, including equipment, materials, and personnel, to meet production schedules and customer demands.

5. Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements, including FDA regulations, ISO standards, and Medtronic's internal quality management systems.

6. Supplier Management: Collaborate with suppliers to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality materials and components, fostering strong relationships to support production needs.

7. Continuous Improvement: Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives, such as Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen, to drive operational excellence and enhance competitiveness.

8. Safety:Maintain a safe working environment for all employees, implementing and enforcing safety protocols and best practices.

9. Training and Development: Provide training and development opportunities for manufacturing staff to enhance skills and capabilities, fostering a culture of learning and growth.

10. Communication: Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality assurance, supply chain, and management, to ensure alignment and collaboration.

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree required

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience

Nice to have:

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and regulatory requirements (FDA, ISO, etc.).

• Proven track record of leadership and team management, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Experience implementing continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.) to drive operational excellence.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively manage competing priorities.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.

• Certification in Lean Six Sigma or similar methodologies.

• Experience in a rapid volume growth manufacturing environment.

Why Join Medtronic: Joining Medtronic means being part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving lives through innovative medical technology. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on healthcare while working alongside talented professionals in a collaborative and inclusive environment. Additionally, Medtronic offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth and development.

About Medtronic

Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.

We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let’s work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients’ lives. Help us shape the future.

Physical Job Requirements

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role. (ADA-United States of America)

A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.  We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Learn more about our benefits here (http://benefits.medtronic.com/) .

The provided base salary range is used nationally in the United States (except in Puerto Rico and certain CA locations). The rate offered is compliant with federal/local regulations and may vary by experience, certification/education, market conditions, location, etc.

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive plan. Learn more about Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP) here .

Min Salary

103000

Max Salary

154000

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.