General Management

Summary of the Role: 

The Operational Excellence Trelleborg Medical Solutions (TMS) will establish, oversee, and manage the Global Manufacturing Excellence (ME) programs for all manufacturing sites and implement Continuous Improvement initiatives to the overall business unit.  By guiding ME leaders within each manufacturing location and through continued alignment with the greater Trelleborg Group ME program, this position will ensure process consistency across the Business Area (BA) by partnering with all functions of the organization(s) to help achieve focus, alignment, and synchronization while ensuring the right systems, tools, and methods are utilized to deliver real time feedback and quantifiable metrics.

Required to conduct gap analysis of metrics and competencies required to achieve desired outcomes; develop business strategies, processes, and operations capability analysis along with improvement proposals to be deployed.  Will also collaborate with BA leadership to jointly define policy objectives, capability roadmaps, and success measures. This position will drive excellence end to end in each of the manufacturing locations conducting a continuous review of the customer value stream commencing with inquiry and ending with after sales care.

Tasks and Responsibilities: 

• Determine the overall operational excellence strategy to align with TMS’s strategic plan.
• Partner with local leadership teams to deploy and sustain optimal business processes and systems aligned with concepts of Lean, Lean Office, Standard Work, Real Time Metrics, Key Performance Indicators, and Continuous Improvement practices.
• Ensure internal processes and metrics are aligned to create highest product quality, delivered on-time with the least amount of cost.
• Build a Continuous Improvement team to provide support, education and facilitation for deployment of Manufacturing Excellence across the BA.
• Monitor and ensure that ME programs are yielding performance improvement across all H&M manufacturing facilities resulting in OEE, yield, and delivery. Take action to adjust and make improvements as necessary.
• Support TMS’s mission through integration/participation in the overall Manufacturing Excellence community by sharing and seeking best practices/methodologies and finding new ways to help drive maximum performance.

Education and Experience: 

• 5+ years in manufacturing leadership, working across multiple disciplines
• 5 + years in multi-site manufacturing environment
• 5 + years expertise in deploying business strategic programs
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management or related field
• Lean Manufacturing / Lean Six Sigma (Black Belt) Accreditation
• Master’s degree preferred
• Ability to work in a fast paced, global environment with matrix organization

Competencies: 

• Extensive Continuous Improvement experience in a manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of Medical Device Regulations, Quality Systems Regulations, and other US and Intl regulations and standards that apply to the Class II and Class I medical device industry
• Proven track record implementing best practices within Human Resources and team development
• Hands on experience with ERP systems
• Ability to translate broad strategies into specific objectives and action plans
• Ability to lead and influence directly and indirectly at all levels of the organization
• Desire to delight both customers and coworkers by offering encouragement, fostering teamwork and addressing conflict appropriately
• Encompass the vision and skill to see and clearly articulate how pieces fit together to create the big picture and how a change in one area can severely impact what occurs in another
• Demonstrated understanding that enhancing process effectiveness is not a one-time activity but constant iterations of improvement
• Ability to thoughtfully but efficiently make decisions and implement change
• Must demonstrate accuracy; organization, strong attention to detail; solid written and oral communication skills; ability to prioritize projects and work independently
• Ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities
• Experience working in an environment with global objectives; managing through influence

Travel: 

• Operational Excellence Manager for TMS is a global role with travel both domestic and international. Travel is based on the need to achieve the business goals.

Application: 

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Last Application Date 1/5/2025

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.

​This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR.  ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder), Political Asylee or Refugee. 

Summary of the Role:

The Plant Manager is responsible for the day to day operations for our TSS Denver facility.  The Plant Manager will successfully lead and direct the local operations, engineering, supply chain, maintenance and quality teams.  Additionally, the Plant Manager will partner with the business to achieve both short term and long term financial operating goals while aligning with Trelleborg’s Core Values.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Develops a strategic manufacturing/capability plan to meet the market needs and organization’s overall business plan and agreed objectives of sales, profit, cash, on time delivery, quality and other performance targets.
• Establish operating budgets; monitor the cost and effectiveness of production activities to optimize resources, prioritize spending, and achieve volume, quality, and manufacturing standards.
• Ensure facility goals are established and driven to support Corporate Goals and Objectives
• Motivates team to generate sales revenue and profits to meet or exceed budget expectations
• Collaborates with Quality and Regulatory team to ensure SOPs are followed, corrective actions are implemented and repeated occurrences are resolved timely
• Partner with Human Resources to determine talent needs, improve employee engagement, performance management and overall alignment to the business unit’s organizational structure
• Works with direct reports to communicate and update goals and/or metrics, illustrating objective evidence of improvement

• Allocate labor and capital resources to maximize productivity.
• Set, and monitor the performance of the plant against, standards and targets in areas such as manufacturing and administration efficiency, cost control, sales revenue, legal compliance, and human resource management.
• Provides monthly reports to communicate the financial, KPI and overall management performance
• Research, evaluate, and recommend investments in technology, capital, equipment, systems, or other assets that will enhance the plant’s production capabilities.
• Develop and implement a variety of operating policies and procedures (in conjunction with corporate subject matter experts) to ensure that the plant meets it current and future production targets and quality standards.
• Drives key metrics regarding quality and continuous improvement
• Ensures CapEx projects are completed on time and in budget
• Performs process audits to monitor procedure and policy conformance
• Collaborates across functional areas to implement needed improvements (tools, equipment, procedures, forms, training materials, etc.)
• Actively promotes/builds a culture of continuous improvement
• Establish and champion a 5s protocol for the site
• Champion and help drive a top safety culture and clean working environment for all employees, achievement of all environmental and health and safety requirements.

Education and Experience:

• 4-year degree in Engineering, Operations Management or any related field
• 8 years of operations experience
• 5 years experience leading a team
• Previous P&L responsibilities
• Experience with Lean Sigma methodologies
• Experience with 10CFR50 and ISO9001:2015 preferred

Competencies:

• Ability to communicate clearly by conveying and receiving ideas, information and direction effectively
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language
• Ability to demonstrate adequate job knowledge to deliver a world class performance
• Ability to challenge oneself to consistently meet all goals and deadlines
• Willingness to strive for excellence by producing work that is free of errors and mistakes
• Desire to delight both customers and coworkers by offering encouragement, fostering teamwork and addressing conflict appropriately
• Commitment to making improvements company wide
• Demonstrated competence using Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated ability to successfully present thoughts, ideas and information to large groups of people
• Ability to maintain a professional and respectful relationship with coworkers and company in a leadership capacity
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams, coordinate supplier/customer meetings
• Problem solving; Ability to overcome obstacles
• Ability to influence for impact

Travel:

• Up to 10% domestic and international

Application:

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Last Application Date 11/23/2024

The final compensation offered to the candidate may be based on geographical location, work experience and/or skill level. Additions to the compensation packing, including but not limited to paid time off, insurance benefits and 401(k) eligibility, will be outlined at the time of the job offer.

Compensation range: $140,000 - $180,000

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.

​This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR.  ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder), Political Asylee or Refugee. 

Summary of the Role: 

The Operations Manager has responsibility for the sites production operations working closely with Engineering, Quality, Commercial Teams, and customers to deliver high quality parts to our customers. This role oversees department managers to ensure departmental goals are established and achieved, maximizing customer satisfaction while minimizing cost.

Tasks and Responsibilities: 

• Ensures departmental goals are established and driven to support Trelleborg’s Goals and Objectives
• Works with direct reports to communicate and update goals and/or metrics, illustrating objective evidence of improvement.
• Performs process audits to monitor procedure and policy conformance.
• Responsible for supporting and sustaining safety, quality, delivery, and cost metric boards across operational departments.
• Collaborates across functional areas to implement needed improvements (tools, equipment, procedures, forms, training materials, etc.)
• Actively promotes and leads a culture of continuous improvement guiding site Operational Excellence and Procurement Excellence goals. 
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and directives.
• Partner with Management to ensure site’s financial goals and deliverables are met.
• Active participation in establishing site operation strategic planning in alignment with Trelleborg vision.
• Effective leadership in supporting employee engagement efforts and communication.
• Support and provide regular alignment with Supply Chain, and Quality in support of a One TSS culture.
• Provide excellent customer support as required.
• Support manufacturing process to support initiatives that sustain a culture of Lean.
• Escalates issues or concerns to Plant Manager as appropriate.
• Provides a safe and clean working environment for all employees.

Education and Experience: 

• 4-year degree in Engineering, Operations Management or related field
• 7+ years Operations experience
• 5 years of supervisory experience
• Experience with Lean Sigma methodologies
• Experience managing in a unionized manufacturing facility.

Desired:

• MBA or master’s degree in related field
• 10+ years of Operations Management experience

Competencies: 

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

• Ability to communicate clearly by conveying and receiving ideas, information, and direction effectively.
• Ability to demonstrate adequate job knowledge to deliver a world class performance.
• Ability to challenge oneself to consistently meet all goals and deadlines.
• Willingness to strive for excellence by producing work that is free of errors and mistakes.
• Desire to delight both customers and coworkers by offering encouragement, fostering teamwork, and addressing conflict appropriately.
• Commitment to making improvements company wide.
• Demonstrated competence using Microsoft Office

• Demonstrated ability to successfully present thoughts, ideas and information to large groups of people.
• Ability to maintain a professional and respectful relationship with coworkers and company in a leadership capacity.
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams, coordinate supplier/customer meetings.

Travel: 

• Minimal travel as required 

Application: 

Apply here!

Last Application Date 12/21/2024

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.

​This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR.  ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder), Political Asylee or Refugee.