Plant Director at Danaher Corporation

Shizuoka, Japan

Danaher Corporation Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Diagnostics, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

  • BS or BA Degree in a technical discipline (preferably Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, or a related field)
  • Extensive experience in a manufacturing or supply chain leadership role
  • Over 20 years of experience in relevant industries, including a minimum of 10 years in managerial positions
  • Proven track record of achieving outstanding operational results
  • Extensive experience leading in a lean manufacturing and continuous improvement culture
  • Understand the drivers of financial performance and experience working closely with the finance team to monitor cost improvements
  • Demonstrated proficiency in strategic and analytical decision-making, combined with creative problem-solving abilities

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily operations and manufacturing processes
  • Adhere to the production schedule to meet customer demand and ensure on-time delivery
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies
  • Collaborate with the quality department to ensure adherence to quality protocols
  • Drive the effective implementation of the Danaher Business System (DBS) tools to improve productivity
  • Manage manufacturing budgeting and resource allocation, and monitor production costs and implement cost-saving measures
  • Set and implement policies, goals, objectives, and procedures for manufacturing operations
  • Lead the annual operation planning process, ensuring alignment with global operations imperatives
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the manufacturing operation team
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
  • Execute global operations strategies, including managing and improving manufacturing processes, enhancing productivity, and reducing inventory

Skills

Manufacturing Operations
Danaher Business System (DBS)
Continuous Improvement
Lean Manufacturing
Safety Management
Quality Control
On-Time Delivery
Productivity Improvement
Inventory Management
Team Leadership
Global Operations
Chemistry Analyzers

Danaher Corporation

Water quality, diagnostics, and identification solutions

About Danaher Corporation

Danaher Corporation operates in key markets such as water quality, product identification, and diagnostics. The company provides precision instruments and advanced purification technologies for analyzing and managing water, ensuring its safety in various environments. In product identification, Danaher specializes in laser marking, coding, and packaging solutions that help maintain product freshness and accurate labeling throughout the supply chain. In the diagnostics sector, Danaher offers tools and software that enhance diagnostic confidence, enabling healthcare providers to deliver effective care. What sets Danaher apart from competitors is its unique Danaher Business System, which focuses on continuous improvement and empowers employees to drive change. The company's goal is to consistently deliver high-performance products and solutions while maintaining leadership in its markets.

Washington, District of ColumbiaHeadquarters
1969Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, Healthcare, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition from Roche and Abbott in AI-driven diagnostics.
Potential regulatory challenges in the EU for water quality sector.
Supply chain vulnerabilities affecting precision instruments sourcing.

Differentiation

Danaher's Danaher Business System drives continuous improvement and superior financial performance.
The acquisition of Cytiva enhances Danaher's capabilities in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Danaher's advanced purification technologies meet increasing demands for sustainable water management.

Upsides

Danaher's investment in AI-driven healthcare solutions boosts its diagnostics capabilities.
Cytiva acquisition expands Danaher's market share in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Point-of-care testing demand drives growth for Danaher's diagnostic tools and software.

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