General Management

Summary of the Role: 

Under the direction of the Director of Operations the Continuous Improvement Manager is responsible for developing and maintaining a Continuous Improvement culture aligned with Trelleborg’s Manufacturing Excellence (ME) program. This position will manage the Innovation & Development team and partner with other staff managers to guide project teams in the use and deployment of tools, technology, policies and processes to improve overall operational effectiveness. Continuous Improvement projects will target opportunities throughout the operation that have an impact on efficiency or cost.

Tasks and Responsibilities: 

1. Designs methods for maintaining or increasing production levels while improving production costs, yields, quality, and safety.
2. Leads and maintains the plant’s ME program including monthly reporting.
3. Troubleshoots process problems and identifies solutions which reduce downtime and conserve maintenance costs.
4. Establishes work measurement programs and analyzes work samples to develop standards for labor utilization.
5. Responsible for the tracking and reviewing progress of project plan resulting form the ME roadmap assesment
6. Analyzes work force utilization, facility layout, and operational data such as production costs, process flow charts, and production schedules, to determine efficient utilization of workers and equipment.
7. Develops and updates process procedures to ensure that documentation is accurate and understandable.
8. Recommends methods for improving worker efficiency and reducing waste of materials and utilities such as restructuring job duties, reorganizing work flow, relocating work stations and equipment, and purchase of equipment.
9. Interfaces with all levels of management and employees to gather information and provide guidance for implementation.
10. Defines safe processes and equipment for employee use in production.
11. Oversees training and development of Innovation & Development team members.
12. Uses a variety of continuous improvement tools (i.e. Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S) to deliver strategic objectives while driving a common language and enthusiasm for performance improvement.
13. Remains abreast of new developments in business process improvement methodology and best practices, including learning from other group sites, market leaders and industries.
14. Promotes the sharing and implementation of operational best practices.
15. Effectively leads the Layered Process Audit in place and make revisions in a timely manner to raise the bar.

Education and Experience: 

Required: College degree required; BS in Industrial Engineering (or similar) and Six Sigma Black Belt preferred.

Preferred: 3 to 5 years’ experience in training or shop floor supervision in a manufacturing environment.

Competencies: 

1. Leadership
2. Ethical conduct
3. Strong Communication Skills
4. Strategic Thinking
5. Business Acumen
6. Technical Capacity
7. Financial Management
8. Results Driven
9. Collaboration Skills

Travel: 

• Travel is expected, but may be required up to 25%.

Application: 

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Last Application Date 2/23/2025

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 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 2/16/2025

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. 

Trelleborg Medical Solutions partners with the world’s leading medical device​ and biopharmaceutical companies, collaborating from concept to commercialization to bring to market impactful solutions that improve patient quality of life. It leverages decades of design and manufacturing experience, in-depth knowledge of polymer materials and a deep understanding of customer applications and end-use environments to deliver pioneering, engineered solutions for transformative health technologies. Utilizing its global quality system and engineering and manufacturing network, the company is a production partner of choice for medical device and biopharmaceutical companies.

Trelleborg Medical Solutions is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Mgr to join the Delano team. Oversees the development and implementation of manufacturing processes to maintain proper product functionality as well a cost efficiency; ensures the manufacturing and process engineering teams and cross-functional departments work together cohesively; and is responsible for the development of equipment to aid in the manufacturing process; leads and directs the work of assigned manufacturing engineers and process engineers.

As a valued team member with Trelleborg, you will enjoy:

• Competitive compensation:
• Generous benefits package: Includes health, dental, vision, STD, LTD, life, 401k, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more!
• Greater opportunity for impact:
• Growth and advancement: Join a global company that loves to promote from within and allows for advancement.
• Company paid holidays
• Paid time off

Education and Experience

Required:
• 4 year degree in Engineering
• 7 years of progressive experience in Manufacturing Engineering
• Understanding of ISO9001 or 13485 standards

Desired:
• Previous supervisory experience
• Experience in tool design/modifications
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Training
• Experience with clean room manufacturing, medical manufacturing, and/or injection molding

Job Responsibilities:

• Reviews and filters new business opportunities, assesses risks to manufacturing, and provides alternatives to customers with partnership with Product Line Manager and Estimators
• Monitors plant capacity and implements solutions with leadership team buy- in
• Analyzes and designs lean manufacturing cells using effective systems and simulation tools to optimize use of space, equipment, material and personnel
• Assists in developing plant layout in planning rearrangement of facilities, equipment and operations for better utilization of space
• Works closely with new product development, quality and maintenance personnel to prevent problems with products and tooling/fixtures/automation
• Ensures all manufacturing safety regulatory policies and procedures are implemented and maintained at all times
• Stays informed concerning new manufacturing technologies and equipment in order to manufacture and reduce cost through efficiencies
• Supports all current and new product introductions
• Determines and eliminates root causes and diminishes occurrences in the manufacturing process
• Mentors and coaches new Manufacturing Engineers and other employees as needed
• Maintains department related documentation (training, work instructions)
• Leads implementation and ownership of new capacity or improvement related projects
• Able to assist in reducing cost through re-engineering product/material/process

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
• Commitment to be present for all assigned shifts

Travel: minimal travel is required

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