Project Manager - MFG

 Job Description & Skill Requirement:

 

 

•    Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:

•    Responsible for the development and implementation of activities in production area(s) to meet production goals, quality, and cost objectives.
Prioritize production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply.
•    Plan and administer procedures and budgets.
Make budgetary recommendations on capital expenditures and direct / indirect labor.
Select and develop personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the production function.
•    Develop schedules and manpower requirements for assigned areas.
In cooperation with the Operational Excellence Leader, works to drive the principles of the Medtronic Operating System and maintain continuous improvement activities (Kaizen) across the value stream.
•    Report progress on a regular basis to the Director of Manufacturing and Site Leader.
Conduct daily Gemba walks to observe & understand the health of the overall system, processes & workflows to understand the key opportunities and where to best direct short, medium and long-term improvement activity & resources.
•    In cooperation with the Managers of Purchasing, Warehouse and Planning; work to assure that all materials, information, and production meet internal and external deadlines, budgets and requirements.
•    Ownership of value stream budget control including cost analysis and opportunities, product line margin, PPV goals and manufacturing productivity.
•    Maintains an effective organization and positive working environment; ensures that work cells are appropriately staffed and that employees are properly qualified and trained.
•    Manage functions to ensure that activities are performed in compliance with •    Medtronic’s Quality System requirements and EHS policies.
•    Maintain conformance to budgetary limitations in all departments.
•    Recommend and implement training programs to address skill requirements necessary to facilitate internal promotions and job satisfaction to maximize productivity of production employees.  As applicable, provides cross-training for production employees to ensure back-up personnel exist for all key positions.
•    Participate in cross-facility initiatives to determine company-wide best practices and the improvement of business processes.
•    Management Skills: Management of Financial and Material Resources, •    Critical Thinking, Project Management, Management of Personnel Resources, •    Collaboration and Productivity Software, Effective Communication Skills.
•    Functional Skills: Machining and Manufacturing Technologies, Proficient computer skills, Data Science and Analysis, Lean Manufacturing and continued improvement, Managing Quality.

 

Qualification:

•    Bachelor’s degree required.
•    Minimum of 5 years of relevant Manufacturing Management/Supervisory experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant Manufacturing Management/Supervisory experience.