Senior Plant Manager, Medical Device Custom Manufacturing

 

Job Location: Corona, California

Job Type: Full-Time

Type of Role: On-site

 

​​Salary Range: $175-$190k, dependent on experience 

 

About Lubrizol

The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a specialty chemical company whose science delivers sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing, and enhance modern life. Founded in 1928, Lubrizol owns and operates more than 100 manufacturing facilities, sales, and technical offices around the world and has about 8,000 employees. For more information, visit www.Lubrizol.com.

We value diversity in professional backgrounds and life experiences. By enabling a consistent, unbiased, and transparent recruitment process, Lubrizol seeks to create a positive experience for candidates so we can get to know them at their best. We recognize unique work and life situations and offer flexibility, ensuring our employees feel engaged and fulfilled in every aspect of life.

 

 

 

Join Our Thriving Team at Lubrizol as Senior Plant Manager

Unleash Your Potential. At Lubrizol, we're transforming the medical device industry and looking for exceptional talent to join us on this journey. If you're ready to be part of a global team and want to make a real impact, we want you on our team.

 

What You'll Do:

As the Senior Plant Manager for our Medical Devices Business, you will lead the transformation of our Corona, California facility into a best-in-class operation. You will:

• Lead all aspects of plant operations including production, supply chain, maintenance, quality, and safety.
• Drive strategic initiatives to improve plant performance and achieve operational goals.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration.
• Implement lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Ensure compliance with ISO13485 standards and all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage budgets, allocate resources, and oversee capital projects to support business growth.
• Develop and mentor a high-performing team, promoting a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align plant capabilities with customer needs and business objectives.

 

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of plant management experience, including 3 years in the medical device industry.
• Demonstrate success in operational turnarounds and continuous improvement.
• Possess strong leadership skills with experience managing large teams and driving employee engagement.
• Have expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and quality systems (ISO13485).
• Show strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive, hands-on leadership style.
• Be proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed environment with excellent communication and interpersonal skill
• Ability to travel up to 25% domestic and some international
• Work in a plant environment and wear all required PPE necessary to tour facilities.

 

Skills That Make a Difference:

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or PMP certification preferred.
• Knowledge of process validation, VSM, DMAIC, 5S, Kaizen, and Kanban.
• Multilingual capabilities are a plus.

 

Perks and Rewards That Inspire:

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
• 401(k) match plus age-weighted defined contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health Savings Account
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
• Flexible work environment

Learn more at benefits.lubrizol.com!

 

 

 

Ready for your next career step? Apply today and let's shape the future together! 

It’s an exciting time to be part of Lubrizol. Lubrizol is not staying put. We are continually learning and evolving. Our passion delivers our success — not only for Lubrizol but for those who count on us every day: our employees, customers and communities.