Manager, Operations

Operations Manager – (Stryker Anngrove)

Stryker Anngrove is one of the most innovative, modern, and technologically advanced manufacturing sites in the global Stryker network. On-site, we use cutting edge 3D Printing technologies to develop & manufacture medical devices which have a huge impact on our patients and customers.

As the site continues to expand, we are looking to hire an Operations Manager to join our high performing team in a permanent role. There is excellent room for career progression & development for the right candidate. This role will suit someone who puts people first, has a track record of developing top talent, has strong business acumen and an ability to understand technical manufacturing processes.

What You will Do:

• Manages all manufacturing resources and operations within a regulated environment to promote Quality, Customer Service, Cost Culture and People Development Operational Excellence.

• Ensures awareness and compliance with all regulatory and compliance, requirements (FDA, ISO, EH&S, etc.). Maintains and improves GMP standards and adherence to the Quality Management System.

• Drives accountability and a high performing business that consistently delivers the Business Unit KPIs.

• Agrees and drives operational excellence by setting clear direction and expectations for performance.

• Establishes and measures performance targets with respect to Product Quality, Customer Service, spending, labour efficiency and yield against targets.

• Take appropriate and proactive corrective action when required.

• Champions a highly talented Value Stream team and creates a positive employee environment by promoting trust, collaboration, and open communication.

• Promotes a culture of inclusiveness, cooperation, and a commitment to ensure the development of supervisors and production team members.

• Provide leadership direction to team on process improvements, address obstacles, provide resources and interact with other areas of the business to assist team in overcoming problems and streamlining the work process as part of a structured continuous improvement program.

• Prepare and deliver annual budgets (headcount, expense, and capital), manage cost, and ensure P&L performance is optimised.

• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to ensure that all new products and processes are introduced into production in compliance, on time, within budget and are operationally successful.

• Maintain & improve health & safety systems and promote a positive safety culture.

What You Need:

• At least 5 years manufacturing experience, preferably at production management level, within a team-based manufacturing environment (Medical Device background desirable but not essential). 

• Degree in Mechanical/Production Engineering or equivalent essential.

• NPI and Program Management experience - Desirable

• An excellent team player that can leverage the abilities of all personnel working within the business unit.

• Competent in preparing business strategies and implementing action plans.

• PC literate and strong knowledge of inventory systems, MRP and measurement tools essential. 

• Excellent presentation and communication skills are required.

• Individual must be challenged by a team-based environment, which places high degree of emphasis on accountability for service levels, inventory management, standard cost and expense control and quality/GMP compliance.