Production Manager

Job Posting Start Date 11-18-2024 Job Posting End Date 01-18-2025

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Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Production Manager located in Buffalo Grove, IL

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Production Manager will guide and coordinate activities of employees engaged in the following areas of a manufacturing department; multi-level assembly, electronic card/system testing and quality assurance to attain production goals consistent with cost, quality, and delivery requirements.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• Guides department activities to hold up design of new products, modify existing designs, improve production techniques, and helps on test procedures.
• Explores technology trends and market demand to plan projects.
• Contributes with management, production, and marketing staff to resolve manufacturing feasibility, cost effectiveness, and customer demand for new and existing products.
• Forecasts operating costs of department and directs preparation of budget requests.
• Partners with team and management in the development of the strategic plan and Annual Reviews and establishes requirements for materials, equipment, and manpower.
• Prioritizes production schedules based on product launches, equipment efficiency, and material availability to meet customer needs.
• Coordinates production activities with other departments, such as planning and distribution.
• Selects and develops staff to ensure efficient production operations.
• Manage manufacturing operations to meet production quality and cost targets.
• Addresses complex issues through research and evaluation of data and intangible factors
• Reviews budgets and schedules as required by management
• Maintains relationships with executives and major customers, resolving disputes and negotiating effectively.

Here is some of what you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Manufacturing experience in Medical Device
• 4 years Management experience
• Knowledge of assembly requirements.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; medical device experience preferred

What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical benefits, dental, vision
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401K
• PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee discounts at local retailers

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Job Category

Operations

Relocation: Not eligible

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

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