Operations Manager at Viant

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Servant Leadership, Teamwork, Precision Machining, Assembly, Organizational Process Analysis, Operational Policies, Shop Floor Layout, Facilities Management, EHS Oversight, Strategic Planning, CNC Machines Management, Safety Compliance, GMP Compliance, SOP Compliance, On-Time Delivery, Capacity Planning

Industry

Medical Equipment Manufacturing

Description

We’re a company of agile, customer-oriented individuals with a shared commitment to integrity, servant leadership, and teamwork. Our associates take pride and ownership in their work, and innovate to provide the highest quality, life-enhancing medical technology in the world. Together, We’re in It for Life. About our site: Our Indianapolis facility combines precision machining and assembly capabilities to deliver high-quality medical device components and finished products. About the role: The operations manager is a critical role within Viant Medical and oversees the performance and satisfaction of employees in a safety focused manufacturing environment. The operations manager will work to analyze the site’s organizational process and will find ways to enhance employees’ work quality and productivity through operational policies and strategies that keep the site functioning smoothly. The role requires a large amount of versatility in skills; from shop floor layout to optimizing space for upcoming expansion, to developing cross training matrices and job laddering for skill and career growth. The operations manager provides strategic and focused direction, which includes high precision manufacturing (contract and OEM), facilities management, the oversight of EHS, as well as short- and long-term planning for a fleet of high precision CNC machines. The position holds broad responsibility for overall operations of the machining and assembly value streams as well as managing and implementing safety, quality, and efficiency improvements to maximize EBITDA growth, provide industry leading customer service, and developing a flexible and versatile work force, while reducing operating costs, lead times, and inventory Responsibilities : Ensure employees are working safely and all safety measures and procedures are being adhered to. Ensuring compliance with GMP and SOP’s as defined by Viant Medical’s policies, practices and procedures. Maintaining >95% On-time delivery to promise. Regular capacity planning and collaboration with the Supply Chain group. Effectively organize, manage and staff a 3-shift, high mix, high complexity production environment. Ability to work with Supply chain Manager to develop capacity plans and dispatch schedules supported by present ERP systems and customer forecasts. Support Sales activities within the facility including quoting and customer service. Optimize DL staffing levels and cross training for top line and EBITDA growth. Empower a culture of continuous improvement throughout the manufacturing organization with focus on Kaizen. Collaborate in new product launches to ensure manufacturing transfer and success, on time and in budget with solutions matching the opportunity requirements. Develop an annual operating plan with goals & objectives for assembly, break press, c-bend, clicker press, deburr, exterial bend, laser, silk screen, tru punch, water jet, laser etch, , weld and CNC machining departments. Work to develop machine utilization and OEE improvement as well as strategic machine fleet management. Determines and implements operational capability required to support corporate growth and strategies. Other duties as assigned needed to help drive our Vision, Mission, and Values. Requirements Knowledge/Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Business Job Experience: 7-10 years of major professional accomplishments, including increasing responsibility and leadership of projects and teams in size, scope, and complexity in medical device manufacturing. 5-7 years management experience in medical device manufacturing environment operating a multi-shift operation. Skills/Competencies: Knowledge of ISO13485:2016; contract medical device production experience in a mixed environment (OEM/Contract). Sufficient experience and background in finance (P&L), manufacturing, human resources management, inventory control, strategic planning, and general business management practices. Demonstrated teamwork and team building skills in producing results by meeting organizational objectives. Capable of assessing and developing individual and team skills and capabilities. Working knowledge and ownership of lean process improvements/implementation and lean daily management. Able to create and maintain enthusiasm for new and challenging goals. Serve as a role model by promoting new ideas and positive change by mindful servant leadership Strong personal and professional judgment, which are invaluable skills for a role that makes hiring decisions as well as in finding the best solution to manufacturing process issues. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Lean MOS experience. Benefits: New employees are eligible for the following benefits effective date of hire! Medical, dental, and vision benefits Company-paid life insurance and disability benefits Generous Paid time off and 10 paid Holidays 401k Plan with Company Match Tuition Reimbursement Voluntary Universal Life and Long-Term Care Voluntary Legal Plan Pet Insurance Home Ownership Program Viant is a global medical device design and manufacturing services provider that partners and innovates with customers to provide the highest quality, life enhancing medical devices. We do this through our depth and breadth of capabilities, end-to-end integration, technical expertise, and relentless focus on our customers and on operational excellence. With nearly 6,000 associates across 24 locations worldwide, we offer a unique combination of small-company service and attention with big-company resources. For more information, visit viantmedical.com or follow us on LinkedIn. Viant provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Viant complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Responsibilities

The Operations Manager ensures employees work safely, adheres to GMP and SOPs, and maintains high on-time delivery rates while managing a complex, multi-shift production environment. This role involves developing annual operating plans, optimizing staffing, fostering continuous improvement through Kaizen, and collaborating on new product launches.