Sr Manager, Manufacturing

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At Baxter, we believe every person-regardless of who they are or where they are from-deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job-you will find purpose and pride.

Coordinate and lead all aspects of operations within the production division, ensuring the attainment of manufacturing objectives through the optimization of staff and resources alongside lean methodologies. The manufacturing manager, through self and others, has daily responsibilities for manufacturing product that meets all quality requirements and customer needs. In doing so, the manufacturing manager is responsible for ensuring the right resources (people, equipment, materials) are utilized to manufacture product in the most efficient and cost-effective manner while supporting Plant and/or Divisional initiatives and programs. This position reports to the plant manager.

• Develop and implement the strategic direction and goals of the manufacturing department, ensuring alignment with Plant and Corporate strategic objectives.
• Supervise and appraise the sufficiency of action plans to achieve the plant's strategic aims, monitoring performance and securing alignment across the organization.
• Drive continuous improvement activities using Lean Manufacturing principles and Six Sigma tools to reduce costs, improve quality, reduce lead times, and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Manage staffing needs, budgets, expenses, methodologies, labor efficiency, waste, volume, and related benchmarks. Identify, prioritize, and allocate resources to achieve annual operational goals and budget commitments.
• Perform analytical reviews and recommend corrective actions for any exception conditions.
• Emphasize training and implement control systems to eliminate product discrepancies.
• Contribute to employee feedback and developmental processes.
• Collaborate with other managers and customers to ensure quality commitments are met and maintain consistency in personnel policy administration across the plant.
• Assure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including FDA, OSHA, OFCCP, and EPA.
• Adhere to all environmental, health, and safety SOPs, equipment, policies, and procedures, including department-specific requirements.
• Participate as a subject matter expert in audits.
• Partner with the leadership team to devise, roll out, and reinforce the plant's Baxter Operating System (BOS) framework.
• Manage shift and department Supervisors, indirectly supervising employees across multiple shifts. Ensure the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the unit.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. This includes interviewing, hiring, coaching, motivating, developing, recognizing, and managing performance of direct reports. Provide regular feedback, set performance objectives, support development plans, and address complaints and resolve problems.

• Demonstrated history of strong interpersonal abilities and leadership qualities, excelling in collaborating across various departments and effectively guiding teams.
• Skill in directing departmental functions via subordinates who offer complete oversight in terms of costs, methods, and employees.
• Proficiency in interpreting and analyzing statistical data and financial reports, resolving technical difficulties, and managing multiple priorities in a manufacturing setting.
• In-depth process knowledge of manufacturing equipment/processes and operations processes, including labor efficiency, plan vs production (PvP), and capacity planning.
• Proficient written communication abilities and the skill to draft technical documentation and convey information effectively in regulatory/client audits.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
• Awareness of GMPs and other relevant regulatory protocols, alongside the proficiency to supervise audit-related responsibilities.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in developing and managing an annual operating budget.
• Green or Black Belt certification preferred.

• BS/BA degree or equivalent in Business Management, Engineering, or related field. An MBA, MS, or other technical graduate degree is preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing/operations within the medical device, pharmaceutical, or comparable environment.

The physical demands of this role

• Standing for sustained periods.
• Walking long distances or moving between work sites.
• Talking to convey detailed or important instructions accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Hearing at normal speaking levels to receive detailed information and make sound discriminations.
• Sharp visual acuity essential for tasks such as data analysis, computer screen viewing, reading, inspecting small components, operating machinery, and employing measurement instruments.

• Sedentary work with occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force. Involves sitting most of the time.

The visual acuity requirements including color, depth perception, and field vision

• Strong visual acuity needed for data analysis, transcription, computer terminal use, extensive reading, and visual inspection involving small defects or parts.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position

• Environmental conditions with protection from weather but not necessarily temperature changes.
• Exposure to hazards such as moving mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, high places, high heat, and chemicals.
• Noise levels requiring shouting to be heard above ambient noise.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $170,000.00 annually. The estimated salary is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees.For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

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