Our client, a rapidly growing organisation based in Galway, is seeking an experienced individual with operations, engineering and lean manufacturing expertise to lead the company's manufacturing expansion. As Operations & Manufacturing Engineering Manager, you will be a key member of the management team responsible for overseeing all aspects of the medical device manufacturing operation.
The role involves leading the entire operations value stream and managing the production and manufacturing engineering team to ensure continued quality and effective supply of medical devices to customers.
Role and Responsibilities
* Develop and implement the operations strategy aligned with the company's overall objectives.
* Lead and manage the end-to-end operations value stream, including direct management of the manufacturing engineering team and production personnel, as well as indirect leadership of quality and supply chain personnel within the operations value stream.
* Serve as functional manager for the manufacturing engineering team within the operations value stream, with responsibility for all engineering and facilities activities at the manufacturing site.
* Lead continuous improvement through a structured Lean manufacturing programme, identifying opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce waste and increase productivity and capacity.
* Establish and maintain adherence to performance targets for operations.
* Lead the value stream team to implement and manage quality assurance processes meeting company, regulatory and customer standards.
* Provide technical support for daily production requirements and drive process improvements to existing products and processes.
* Manage operations costs, including human resources, material, operations overhead and capital expenditures.
* Efficiently plan production capacity and workflows to achieve output targets and SIOP requirements.
* Manage resources for new product introduction in collaboration with the R&D team ensuring successful validation and ramp up of new products to meet launch and customer requirements.
Requirements
* Degree in Manufacturing, Production or Mechanical Engineering.
* Minimum 5 years' experience in operations or production management within a team-based manufacturing environment, preferably with a medical device background.
* Minimum 3 years engineering management experience, which may include combined senior engineer and operations management experience.
* Extensive experience in leading and applying Lean manufacturing methodologies.
* Proven ability to develop and mentor a team.
* Experience in preparing business strategies and implementing action plans.