Plant Manager

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SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

The Plant Manager is responsible for all operations at Integra's Prospect, Connecticut site.  This site manufactures through CNC machining medical devices for Ablation surgeries and was an acquisition of Integra in 2026. In this position you will be the site manager responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining strategies and tactics. Lead the organization in production goals and integration efforts at the site with both short- and long-term goals to achieve the highest standards of quality, customer service, safety and financial metrics while practicing servant leadership. This role leads the site execution and the operational team directly and works cross-functionally with other departments to achieve the site objectives. This leader is the onsite management for site safety & compliance, manufacturing, materials, fulfillment and works closely and coordinates cross-functional teams in quality, finance, supply chain, procurement and human resources to deliver site objectives and deliver on Integra culture values. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Expected to work and lead initiatives and teams to accomplish high level goals and translate those into actionable projects, sub goals, and tasks.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Will supervise manufacturing operations production staff of supervisors directly and third-party contractors indirectly at a site of approximately 30 employees. Is management representative and point of contact for all site initiatives and will manage budgets and department goals cross-functionally.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Primary responsibilities are to:

·        Responsible for ensuring the safety of everyone on site.  Ensuring environmental, health, and safety programs are effective.

·        Directs and supervises management personnel for manufacturing operations and across functions.

·        Manages performance and development of staff including written performance appraisals.

·        Ensures adherence and compliance with all company policies, procedures, and practices.

·        Ensures compliance with FDA, GMP and ISO, safety policies, and good housekeeping.

·        Ensures proactive and effective staffing, training, development, and succession planning.

·        Ensures alignment of all site colleagues on site priorities.

·        Manages site colleague recognition awards and colleague engagement activities.

·        Reviews, approves, and manages all financial budgets within the site, including headcount, expense, and capital.

·        Works closely with corporate departments such as distribution and supply chain to ensure adherence to production schedules and customer requirements.

·        Manages cost reduction and continuous improvement programs.

·        Develops and implements business goals and objectives in coordination with management staff to provide operational direction for each department.

·        Promote compliance-based culture. Ensure timely and effective investigation & resolution of non-conformances (NC) & corrective and preventive action (CAPA).

·        Ensures the site achieves product and process quality goals and ensures all colleagues are trained and fully understand the importance of quality.

·        Reviews, analyzes, and monitors site performance and efficiency towards targets.

·        Promote constant and effective communication channels at all levels to maintain a stable and productive work environment.

·        Encourages professional development and accomplishment of career paths.

·        Assess and develop capital plans for production & process equipment replacement and or addition of new equipment.

·        Deliver and manage the site budget.

·        Plan the development and/or acquisition of required talent through development of skills and capabilities in the appropriate engineering field and leadership.  Review capabilities on a frequent basis; highlight and fill key voids.

·        Participate in and promote safe behaviors and identify hazards at the site and actively work to provide engineering controls to eliminate those hazards.

Note: Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree required in Engineering or other technical area.

• Graduate degree or MBA preferred.

• 6 years management experience, previous device manufacturing management, supply chain management, or engineering leadership experience.

• Fluent in English (Verbal and writing).

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with global cross-functional team in a highly matrixed organization.

• Strong preference for Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma experience.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, and demonstrated ability to interface with production and supervisory personnel.

• Ability to work in a Total Quality Management/Continuous Improvement environment.

• Effectively demonstrates the following Leadership skills:

• Teamwork

• Interpersonal skills.

• Motivational skills.

• Conflict Resolution.

• Analytical Skills.

• Decision-making skills.

• Problem-solving Skills.

• Accountability

• Knowledgeable in the following areas:

• Materials Requirement Planning (MRP)

• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)

• Good Manufacturing practices (GMP)

• Project management

• Food and Drug Administration (FDA), International Standards Organization (ISO) preferred.

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TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Ability to utilize a telephone, fax, copier and desktop computer with finance and other typical business programs installed, including spreadsheets, word processing and MRP/ERP systems.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical requirements listed in this section include, but are not limited, to the motor/physical abilities and skills require of position in order to successfully undertake the essential duties and responsibilities of this position.  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to empower individuals with disabilities to undertake the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.

Salary Pay Range:

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by several factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for bonus, commission, equity or other variable compensation. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance, and savings plan (401(k)).

Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following Total Rewards | Integra LifeSciences

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