Manufacturing Operations Manager

Sustainable Technologies is a leading provider of single-use device (SUD) collections reprocessing and recycling services. We deliver value and flexibility to customers while working to build a healthier future for patients and the planet.

Our US Medical Products and Distribution (USMPD) business segment is currently looking for a Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead the manufacturing operations department at our Sustainable Technologies facility in Riverview Florida. The Manager is accountable for leading manufacturing operations to meet financial quality safety and delivery objectives through effective planning resource allocation and performance management.

Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with the team fostering a highperformance unionfree workplace through clear expectations training and support.

• Partner with Engineering Quality and Plant Leadership to improve manufacturing efficiency cost reduction capacity planning and alignment with overall plant strategy.

• Ensure full compliance with Cardinal Health policies cGMP standards and all Federal Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) requirements across the production organization.

• Drive a culture of Continuous Improvement using COS Lean Six Sigma TPM SMED 6S and OEE to enhance productivity quality and operational excellence.

• Develop coach and mentor direct reports through performance management career development planning and succession readiness.

• Prepare manage and review departmental budgets while leading costcontrol and efficiency initiatives across production and the site.

• Collaborate crossfunctionally to implement best practices resolve issues support department growth and assume plant management responsibilities as needed.

• Provide clear expectations training and support to department. Develop direct reports coach mentor and handle performance reviews.

• Maintain a high-level accountability to self and department to achieve on time on budget and high-quality work.

• Partner with other plant leaders and collaborate to find the best possible solution and best practices. Lead coach and train employees toward team concepts and foster environment for empowered high-performance department.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in related field or equivalent work experience preferred.

• Several years of hands-on experience in manufacturing production with 5 years in a supervisory or leadership role preferred.

• Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma experience preferred: Proficiency in process improvement waste reduction and quality control.

• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for managing employees suppliers and customers.

• Problem-Solving: Strong skills in root cause analysis to solve technical malfunctions and supply chain disruptions.

• Safety & Compliance: Knowledge of OSHA regulations and cGMP compliance in specialized fields.

• Technical Skills: Knowledge of production machinery inventory management software (e.g. SAP NetSuite) and computer proficiency (Microsoft Office).

Anticipated salary range: $87700 - $145350

Bonus eligible:Yes

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: 06/12/2026 *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.

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Candidates who are back-to-work people with disabilities without a college degree and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

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