Senior Manager, Operations at Stryker

Cork, County Cork, Ireland

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Healthcare, Medical Devices, Orthopaedics, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Puts people first with a track record of developing top talent
Strong business acumen
Ability to understand technical manufacturing processes
Demonstrated ability to lead teams to deliver a quality first culture, customer service, growth, and continuous improvement
Experience in mentoring and coaching other Operations Managers

Responsibilities

Day-to-day effective management of production, ensuring products are produced in a timely and cost-effective manner
Establish performance targets for the Business Unit(s) and monitor actual performance against targets, taking corrective action where needed
Leadership of one or multiple high-performing teams across units, providing guidance/direction to operational and functional areas, fostering proactive and continuous improvement
Mentor and coach other Operations Managers
Ensure sufficient processes are in place for capacity planning to meet or exceed customer requirements
Sponsor an environment of Safety, Quality, People Development, and Continuous Improvement (CI) by defining standards and roles/responsibilities
Champion a positive employee environment promoting open communication, engagement, inclusiveness, trust, flexibility, and teamwork
Ensure effective processes for selection of competent talent, development of future experts and leaders, training, and performance management
Sponsor and ensure engagement in all internal and external audit programs (e.g., Corporate, notified body, FDA audits)
Oversight to ensure operation units maintain adherence to all KPIs (Safety, Quality, Service, Cost, People Development); monitor and assess improvement opportunities in local and global forums
With global alignment, ensure necessary capacity is in place across the network to meet customer demands
Represent Operations in NPI launches, ensuring resource availability and FG product for launch plans; foster cross-functional collaboration and develop strategies
Contribute as a key member of the Site Management Team to develop and implement an operational execution plan for the site
Build a high trust and engagement culture within operations; lead and demonstrate engagement-driving behaviors
Build and develop talent within the function and site; support/mentor team members and participate in talent review processes
Ensure effective performance management, communications, and recognition within the function
Support and/or manage major CI Programs, including all phases from idea to execution
Project manage complex improvement initiatives as required
Support standardizing approaches (incomplete in description)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Operations ManagementManufacturing ProcessesCapacity PlanningNPIProduct TransferLeadershipMentoringContinuous ImprovementQuality ManagementSafety ProtocolsTeam DevelopmentBusiness Acumen

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or onsite?

This is an onsite position at the Stryker Tullagreen manufacturing site in Cork.

What are the key responsibilities of this role?

The role involves day-to-day management of production, leading high-performing teams, capacity planning, mentoring other managers, ensuring adherence to KPIs in safety, quality, service, cost, and people development, and championing continuous improvement.

What skills and experience are required for this Senior Operations Manager role?

Candidates need a track record of putting people first, developing top talent, strong business acumen, ability to understand technical manufacturing processes, and demonstrated leadership in delivering quality culture, customer service, and continuous improvement.

What is the company culture like at Stryker Tullagreen?

The culture emphasizes safety, quality, people development, continuous improvement, inclusiveness, trust, flexibility, teamwork, open communication, engagement, and fostering high-performing teams.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

A strong candidate has experience leading teams in manufacturing, mentoring operations managers, driving performance against KPIs, ensuring capacity planning, and fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement while developing talent.

Stryker

Develops and manufactures medical devices and equipment

About Stryker

Stryker develops and manufactures medical devices and equipment aimed at improving patient care and surgical efficiency. Their products include surgical tools, neurotechnology devices, and orthopedic implants, which are sold directly to hospitals and clinics. Stryker stands out from competitors by focusing on high-quality products and a commitment to advancing healthcare solutions. The company's goal is to enhance the overall healthcare experience for both patients and medical professionals.

Kalamazoo, MichiganHeadquarters

1941Year Founded

$423.3MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees