Production Manager at Danaher Corporation

Eugene, Oregon, United States

Danaher Corporation Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Life Sciences, Biotechnology, DiagnosticsIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of industry experience, or equivalent experience in a related field
  • Leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, including direct people management
  • Demonstrated success in continuous improvement initiatives; experience in Lean, Six Sigma, or DBS Kaizen’s preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor others
  • Displays a positive attitude in the face of difficult or challenging situations and provides an uplifting (yet realistic) outlook
  • Ability to effectively shift approach when needed and make decisions in the face of ambiguity
  • Strong prioritization and communication skills, particularly in cross-functional environments
  • Ability to travel on occasion to other sites to participate in Kaizens
  • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Batch Production team, including hiring, training, development, performance management, and policy compliance
  • Plan and execute the production plan while maintaining productivity and inventory targets
  • Drive Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Productivity targets through effective Daily Management and KPI-driven action plans
  • Develop and execute a Batch Production strategy aligned with global and site operational goals, including process improvements, new product integration, and equipment upgrades
  • Champion the Danaher Business System (DBS) and leverage it to map improvement plans and drive sustainable improvements through Daily Management (DM) and Kaizen methodologies
  • Lead technical problem-solving efforts for Abcam Eugene products and build the technical problem-solving skills of the Batch Production team
  • Ensure adherence to ISO9001 documented manufacturing processes and safety policies for the Batch Production team

Skills

Team Leadership
Hiring
Training
Performance Management
Production Planning
Process Compliance
Operational Excellence
Safety
Quality
Inventory Management
Manufacturing

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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