Associate Manager, Value Stream

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.

Position Summary

 

Plans and directs all packaging operations under ISO 9001/13485 and cGMP requirements. Responsible for achieving annual objectives for safety, quality, delivery, and cost of the Value Stream. Embraces Lean Transformation through education of self and direct reports, Kaizen concepts and activities, visual management tools, root cause problem solving, and alignment with Policy Deployment objectives. Works closely with the Value Stream Manager to establish operations budget and is responsible for maintaining budget with year-over-year targets to improve cost ratio. Demonstrates respect for people through employee involvement, development, and teamwork while ensuring a safe environment.

What you will do

 

• Manage and coach both direct and indirect Value Stream team members, including Packaging Supervisor and Operators, Shipping & Receiving Supervisor and Operators, Engineering, Maintenance, QC, Production Planning, and Manufacturing Coordination. Provide direction and collaborate with Management and support staff outside of the Value Stream to conduct operations in a safe and productive capacity to meet the needs of our Customers and business objectives.
• Works closely and collaborates with Planning and Processing Value Stream developing production schedules to maximize utilization of equipment and labor while minimizing material loss.
• Create development plans for direct reports for personal and professional growth that will benefit each individual and the company. Assist in the development plans for indirect reports.
• Plans and directs the Packaging department with the assistance of the Value Stream team members, including equipment and manpower utilization along with scheduling of both manual and automated manufacturing and packaging systems that support products. Responsible for operational decisions associated with quality control, process procedures, equipment maintenance, and labor utilization.
• Responsible for the review and accuracy of work instructions and standard work and ensures timely signature tasks within PLM. Responsible for the implementation and training of all Corporate and local procedures and work instructions and maintains documentation of training.
• Drives a safe working behavior within the department by demonstrating and promoting safe work performance, ensuring communications and recognition, as well as identifying and anticipating safety needs relative to equipment and or conditions. Maintains a safe working environment by establishing and enforcing procedures, rules, and regulations in accordance with World Class Safety initiatives and the culture of STERIS Corporation.
• Responsible for compliance and training of internal and external regulations (e.g., FDA, Homeland Security, OSHA, EPA, ISO 9001/13485, and STERIS). Stay abreast of current regulations and establish a monitoring program to audit compliance. Responsible for familiarity with and administration of the IUE Labor Agreement in a consistent manner.
• Supports approved new product development teams and projects through manufacturing input as required.
• Provide direction and leadership in Continuous Improvement and Lean Principles. Continually work to implement ideas and concepts from lean activities. Provide the necessary training and follow up to sustain improvements. 
• Works for continuous improvement by analyzing new or alternative ways to improve operations, incorporating staff suggestions into analysis. Utilize investigating process deviations, customer complaints audit activities and recommendations for implementing corrective or improvement actions within the department.
• Lead production staff by coaching, counseling, motivating, and disciplining as needed. Plan, monitor and appraise job results. Direct and maintain activities designed to achieve and maintain high employee morale. Foster intra- and inter-department cooperation and teamwork. Works with HR and other managers to ensure fair and consistent policy administration for all Union and non-union staff.
   

What you will need to be successful

 

• Bachelor's degree preferred or 7+ years' progressively responsible experience directly managing people in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years working in a manufacturing environment.
• 1+ years supervisory experience
• 1+ years Lean Operations experience
• 1+ years working in regulated environment, preferably drug and/or medical device
• Strong team orientation with ability to influence and collaborate with others
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Self-directed take charge leader that strives