Production Team Leader
GE HealthCareAbout the role
Job Description Summary
At GE HealthCare, our machine, our software, our solutions, our services, and our people make a genuine difference to medical professional, and patients all over the world. That’s because we never lose sight of what healthcare really needs—the human touch.This role is responsible for overseeing daily plant operations to ensure consistent, reliable production output, including activities within Service Shops.
The position focuses on planning and executing departmental operations or delivering technical expertise within a specialized discipline. While operating with a degree of autonomy, the role adheres to established policies and performance standards. Flexibility is allowed in modifying procedures and practices, provided that outcomes meet defined expectations for quality, volume, and timeliness.
Job Description
Responsibilities
Provide clear direction and leadership to a team of skilled Technicians
Conduct employee performance reviews, set individual and team goals, and deliver ongoing coaching to enhance development, engagement, and performance.
Ensure timely material procurement and accurate production forecasting based on deliverable needs; monitor time-sensitive materials closely
Monitor and improve productivity while ensuring customer commitments are met with high quality, timeliness, and cost efficiency.
Plan and execute production tasks to optimize tool utilization and labor efficiency, maximizing throughput
Lead and support documentation activities related to medical device manufacturing, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
Develop and implement training plans to build workforce capability and flexibility
Lead compliance and Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) initiatives in alignment with plant goals
Drive implementation of LEAN manufacturing practices to improve operational efficiency
Communicate with material and tool vendors as needed to coordinate maintenance and servicing in collaboration with the engineering team
Coordinate process flow for Device History Records (DHRs), manage data within electronic record systems, and oversee tool maintenance schedules
Manage P&PC change control procedures in partnership with engineering for changes impacting process qualification or production toolsets
Execute business unit objectives and manufacturing department goals across all functional areas
Perform other duties as assigned
Quality Specific Goals:
Aware of and comply with the GEHC Quality Manual, Quality Management System, Quality Management Policy, Quality Goals, and applicable laws and regulations as they apply to this job type/position
Complete all planned Quality & Compliance training within the defined deadlines
Identify and report any quality or compliance concerns and take immediate corrective action as required
Maintaining full Quality System Regulation and Current Good Manufacturing Practices requirements
Maintaining full regulatory compliance and other legal requirements
Knowledge and understanding of production process Work Instructions and operates within them to ensure that a device conforms to its specifications
Ensures the creation of accurate, complete, and timely records and DHRs
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with 5 years production, supply chain or leadership experience or High School diploma/GED and 10 years production or supply chain or leadership experience.
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams in a highly regulated manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated ability to identify and implement best practices and deal with high levels of ambiguity.
Strong decision-making skills.
Demonstrated ability to act independently using good judgement and discretion.
Strong computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office suite, and standard ERP systems.
Desired Characteristics
Prior team leading or supervisory experience
High proficiency to interpret, instruct, and explain complex technical information
Fast learner with ability to synthesize data and draw conclusions accordingly
Six Sigma certified
Additional Information
GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challeng
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