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Senior Director Manufacturing Operations (gn)

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Intuitive

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Engineering
    Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You must have a Master's in engineering, 10+ years in manufacturing leadership (optic/electronic), strong process improvement skills, hands-on approach, bilingual in German/English, and excel in Microsoft and SAP.
  • You will achieve manufacturing goals, manage costs, ensure quality compliance, develop metrics, collaborate across teams, support product launches, drive efficiency projects, and oversee EHS activities.

Requirements

  • Preferred Master degree in engineering or similar
  • Proven track record including a minimum of 10+ years of experience leading manufacturing teams preferred in optic and/or optoelectronic related production
  • A driven leader, who is organized, a problem solver, a good team person who can motivate their staff and delegate to their team leaders who will then delegate to the wider team
  • Proven experience and track record regarding process improvement of complex manufacturing systems
  • Strong technical analytical skills including Value Stream Mapping, FMEA, statistical methods, and six sigma techniques
  • Experience in Medical Device manufacturing or in regulated businesses like automotive or aviation
  • Able to foster a culture of enthusiasm and engagement in challenging and meaningful manufacturing operations work in an inclusive environment
  • Hands-on ego-less leader, willing to work shoulder-to-shoulder with manufacturing employees
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills a must in German and English
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project programs
  • Strong SAP and Tableau skill is desirable

Responsibilities

  • Support the Mission, Vision and Shared Values of Intuitive Surgical.
  • Achieve manufacturing and inventory plan consistently while managing cost and without compromising quality and compliance to regulatory requirements.
  • Develop and implement metrics to track progress against operational and strategic goals.
  • Collaborate with other functional areas to ensure alignment of goals and priorities. Key functional teams to align with include Engineering, NPI, Purchase, Planning, Human Resources, Finance, Quality, and global operations.
  • Active role in supporting, knowledge exchange and improving of the Intuitive Biebertal related production topics implementation at Intuitive Parvomay (Bulgaria).
  • Ensure availability of needed capacity short term and long term to meet increasing demand for existing products and for the launch of new products.
  • Support new product development from concept to serial production.
  • Identify and drive implementation of projects designed to improve efficiency, reduce cost, improve quality, increase flexibility, and increase capacity. Proposed projects shall be based on sound financial analysis and clearly articulated business needs.
  • Create strategies to support team development and continued growth of employees.
  • Play an active role in developing annual operating plans including budgets, goals and strategies to achieve.
  • Monitor compliance to budgets and take timely corrective actions as needed to stay on track.
  • Ensure compliance with state, federal and international regulations.
  • Work with Regulatory and Quality Departments in order to meet all regulatory compliance needs.
  • Develop metrics to support business requirements and monitor trends of the operation.
  • Active role in further driving EHS activities with the goal for 0 accidents.

FAQs

What is the primary function of the Senior Director of Manufacturing Operations?

The primary function is to provide overall leadership for the team responsible for manufacturing optical components and electro-mechanical systems used in robotic-assisted surgical equipment, ensuring a reliable supply of high-performance products while achieving New Product Introduction (NPI) and financial goals.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A preferred Master's degree in engineering or a similar field, along with a minimum of 10+ years of experience leading manufacturing teams in optic and/or optoelectronic production, is required.

What experience is necessary for candidates applying for this position?

Candidates should have a proven track record in process improvement of complex manufacturing systems, experience in medical device manufacturing or regulated industries like automotive or aviation, and strong technical analytical skills.

Is fluency in German required for this role?

Yes, excellent written and verbal communication skills in both German and English are required for this position.

What is the travel requirement for this role?

The travel requirement for this position is approximately 10% of the time.

What is the company’s stance on diversity and inclusion?

Intuitive is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse team, providing equal employment opportunities, and promoting a culture that values diversity of thought and mutual respect.

Will this position require on-site attendance?

Yes, this position requires full-time on-site attendance.

What key responsibilities will the Senior Director have regarding operational goals?

The Senior Director will develop and implement metrics to track progress against operational and strategic goals and ensure compliance with state, federal, and international regulations.

How does the company support employee development?

The company actively invests in team members to support their long-term growth and develop strategies for continued growth and development of employees.

What software skills are preferred for this role?

Candidates should be highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project programs, with strong SAP and Tableau skills being desirable.

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Intuitive

A global technology leader in minimally invasive care and the pioneer of robotic-assisted surgery.

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Mission & Purpose

Intuitive (Nasdaq: ISRG), headquartered in Sunnyvale, Calif., is a global technology leader in minimally invasive care and the pioneer of robotic-assisted surgery. At Intuitive, we believe that minimally invasive care is life-enhancing care. Through ingenuity and intelligent technology, we expand the potential of physicians to heal without constraints.