Manager, Production - Swing Shift

Manager, Production

 

SonoSite, Inc. is the world leader in hand-carried ultrasound. Our high performance, lightweight and portable ultrasound systems enable clinicians to provide improved patient care.  We are an innovative and high performance culture with tremendous opportunities. Working at SonoSite will give you the unique opportunity to contribute to the advancement of healthcare throughout the world. SonoSite is headquartered in Bothell, Washington and is represented by ten subsidiaries and a global distribution network in over 100 countries.

 

This position is responsible for carrying out day to day activities in multiple areas including production, warehouse and/or service functions. The Production Manager is responsible to meet production throughput, quality, and cost objectives while driving waste from the process. They manage and develop one or more supervisors or leads as well as direct labor staff. Job responsibilities may require off shift or weekend coverage. Job duties include, but are not limited to:

· Maintains performance measures and initiates corrective actions accordingly.

· Ensures flexibility through deep cross-training, on time equipment maintenance, staffing plans and strategic inventory management.

· Plans and administers procedures for Company’s manufacturing operations, including selecting new employees and administering company disciplinary procedures.

· Collect and report feedback from operators, metrics and other sources to identify process performance failures.

· Develops supervisors and/or leads, including selection, coaching, and personal improvement plans.

 

Competitive candidates should possess the following:

· BS degree or equivalent experience.

· Minimum 5 years supervisory experience including coaching, motivating others and dealing with performance management issues.

· Experience managing diverse multifunctional organizations.

· Proven ability to align both direct labor and supervisory employees in pursuit of common objectives.

· Proven record of accountability to performance measures.

· Demonstrated experience in training, coaching, motivating, evaluating and managing team performance.

· Must have general knowledge of Kanban processes, OEE (overall equipment effectiveness), 5S, and Kaizen rapid improvement teams. Applies lean techniques and principles to improve flow and reduce waste. 

· Experience in managing labor and equipment constraints.

· Experience managing evening or weekend shifts a plus.

· Working knowledge or inventory control, warehousing and picking functions and/or Oracle ERP a plus.

· Working knowledge of production and change controls in a regulated environment: ISO/GMP/FAA etc.

 

SonoSite offers a fantastic compensation package, including full benefits, matching 401k and ESPP. Visit us today to learn more about our exciting technologies and how you can make a difference. To apply and obtain further details regarding key responsibilities and experience requirements, check out our careers page at www.SonoSite.com/careers.

 

SonoSite is an equal opportunity employer and strongly supports diversity in the workplace.