What Manufacturing Management contributes to Cardinal Health
Manufacturing is responsible for cost of production and maintenance activities including process improvement supply chain management quality assurance employee safety and engagement and environmental commitment. Manufacturing Management is responsible for strategic oversight and leadership direction within the Manufacturing function.
Job Summary
The primary purpose of this position is the supervision and coordination of manufacturing labor in the production operation (i.e. molding inspection assembly and/or packaging) of disposable hypodermic needles syringes and associated products utilizing mechanized manual and semi-manual operations. It is the supervisors responsibility to assure the machines meet scheduled goals and are manufactured in accordance with FDA GMP regulations ISO 13485 standards and product design specification. All of these responsibilities are carried out in accordance with time labor and material cost standards.
Shift Details
11:00 pm to 7:00 am - Monday through Friday
Responsibilities
Supervise hourly manufacturing employees to include continuing development and recognition motivating setting expectations assessing performance and productivity (performance appraisals) organizing and assigning work providing instruction and guidance in work performance.
Interview and assist in selection of hourly manufacturing employees. Identify and complete requisitions as needed to fill open positions.
Manage training and development of hourly manufacturing employee; including but not limited to on the job training safe work habits and good housekeeping
Manage corrective actions for violations in accordance with approved plant guidelines as necessary
Address employee complaints and resolve problems.
Assure the effectiveness and accuracy of equipment and tooling used in the manufacturing operation.
Assist in diagnosing equipment and tooling malfunctions.
Expedite and coordinate repairs and/or replacement with department and plant maintenance and engineering groups.
Coordinate the operation among the various departments in the effective utilization of skills labor hours and materials to assure on time production and quality standard adherence.
Anticipate production problems (i.e. material outages equipment malfunctions) and where feasible develop and implement preventive action to offset loss of production and/or poor-quality production.
Review and coordinate with engineering staff on production validations and projects as well as process problems.
Provide information and data and collaborate with global support departments regarding cost reductions work simplification production scheduling labor planning and process improvement.
Ensure the completion of all paperwork pertaining to finished product in accordance with established manufacturing guidelines and procedures.
Analyze the production effectiveness of assigned operations equipment and staff.
Assist in the planning and directing of periodic inventory within the department.
Participate on or lead CAPA teams. Complete failure investigations as assigned.
Drive continuous improvement in product cost and manufacturing processes including identification of cost savings initiatives and leading cost reduction projects.
Provide effective training clear performance expectations specific feedback on behaviors effective coaching and mentoring identifying and providing developmental opportunities and accurate timely performance appraisals.
Lead employee safety on the shift. Ensure employees are wearing the proper PPE.
Report any safety incidents within the shifts timeframe. Escalate safety incidents to high priority and complete investigations and actions on time.
Qualifications
BA BS or equivalent experience in related field preferred
2-5 years related manufacturing experience preferred
Experience working with injection molding preferred
Experience working in a highly regulated industry medical device preferred
Demonstrated success in managing people and leading a team preferred
Strong Communication skills preferred
What is expected of you and others at this level
Coordinates and supervises the daily activities of operations or business support staff
Administers and executes policies and procedures
Ensures employees operate within guidelines
Decisions have a direct impact on work unit operations and customers
Frequently interacts with subordinates customers and peer groups at various management levels
Interactions normally involve information exchange and basic problem resolution
Anticipated salary range:$75000 - $85000
Bonus eligible:No
Benefits:Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
Medical dental and vision coverage
Paid time off plan
Health savings account (HSA)
401k savings plan
Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Work-Life resources
Paid parental leave
Healthy lifestyle programs
Application window anticipated to close:2/22/2026 *if interested in opportunity please submit application as soon as possible.
The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including but not limited to a candidates geographical location relevant education experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.
Candidates who are back-to-work people with disabilities without a college degree and Veterans are encouraged to apply.
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