Production Manager

Operations Lead / Production Manager

Location: Albany GA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Operations Lead/Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations in a highly regulated medical device production environment. You will drive operational excellence ensure production targets are achieved safely and efficiently and develop high-performing teams. This is a hands-on manufacturing leadership role requiring strong knowledge of regulated processes continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration.

You will oversee production operations while partnering closely with Quality Engineering Supply Chain Maintenance EH&S and other support functions to ensure operational success regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day manufacturing and production operations to meet safety quality delivery and cost objectives
• Develop production schedules and allocate labor equipment and resources to meet customer demand
• Build coach mentor and develop frontline supervisors and production leadership teams
• Foster a culture of accountability employee engagement and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with Quality Engineering Supply Chain Maintenance Finance and EH&S to achieve production goals
• Ensure compliance with FDA cGMP OSHA ISO MDR and other applicable regulatory requirements
• Monitor production metrics and KPIs to identify opportunities for productivity efficiency quality and cost improvement
• Participate in capital planning budgeting and forecasting activities
• Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Drive Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma and operational excellence initiatives
• Support equipment upgrades process improvements and operational projects
• Manage multiple priorities while meeting production commitments

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Manufacturing Operations Management or related technical discipline
• 10 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience within a regulated manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated experience leading production teams of 50 employees through frontline supervisors
• Strong understanding of FDA cGMP ISO MDR OSHA and quality system requirements
• Experience with production planning labor scheduling capacity planning and operational budgeting
• Proven leadership coaching and talent development skills
• Excellent analytical problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence across all levels of an organization

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical device manufacturing experience
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma or other continuous improvement methodologies
• MDR and TÜV regulatory experience
• Experience in similarly regulated industries (aerospace food & beverage pharmaceutical)

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $125000 $145000
Bonus: 17% target bonus

Benefits Package:

• 100% medical premium coverage for employee and dependents
• Dental and vision plans
• 401(k) with 100% company match on first 4% contribution
• 7% safe harbor retirement contribution
• Paid time off and company shutdown days
• Tuition reimbursement
• Financial wellness program access
• Relocation support available

About This Opportunity

This is an onsite position with an established medical device manufacturer. Youll work in a collaborative environment with experienced leadership and modern manufacturing facilities. The role reports directly to the Plant Manager and offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on production operations and team development.