Production Manager @ Penumbra Inc

Manage all production activities and ensure that processes are performed according to current standard operating procedures.

Drive continuous improvement in the areas of yield, throughput, cycle time, and efficiency.

The Production Manager plays a key role in both production planning, and the control and supervision of production.

This position has the following work schedule: Monday through Friday, 3 pm to 11:30 pm

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the production process and schedule

• Ensue that production is cost effective by estimating production costs

• Ensure timeliness of finished products by monitoring production processes andmaintaining schedules

• Determine human and material resource requirements

• Establish and maintain quality standards; implement quality control programs

• Liaise among different departments, e.g., purchasing, engineering, etc., working withmanagers to implement the company’s policies and goals

• Ensure that health and safety guidelines are followed

• Participate in the selection, training, mentoring and evaluation of Production Supervisorsand Training Coordinators

• Identify training needs

• Select, manage, train, and develop staff. Establish objectives and assignments andprovide ongoing feedback through performance reviews and development plans.

• Adhere to the Company’s Quality Management System (QMS) as well as domestic and global quality system regulations, standards, and procedures.

• Understand relevant security, privacy and compliance principles and adhere to the regulations, standards, and procedures that are applicable to the Company.

• Ensure other members of the department follow the QMS, regulations, standards, and procedures.

• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of supervisory experience in the medical device or related industry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills are required

• Demonstrated ability to motivate and develop team members and to addressperformance issues effectively

• Experience with MRP and lean manufacturing highly desired

• Ability to work Monday through Friday, 3 pm to 11:30 pm

Working Conditions

• General office, laboratory, and cleanroom environments

• Willingness and ability to work on site. May have business travel from 0% - 10%

• Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens

• Requires some lifting and moving of up to 25 pounds

• Must be able to move between buildings and floors.

• Must be able to remain stationary and use a microscope, cleanroom or laboratory equipment, or other standard office equipment, for an extensive period of time each day.

• Will need to use a computer for email, trainings, procedures, etc.

• Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information with employees at alllevels on a daily basis.

Starting Base Salary is $106,831/year - $155,388/year plus differential

Individual compensation will vary over time-based on factors such as performance, skill level, competencies, work location and shift.

What We Offer

•A collaborative teamwork environment where learning is constant, and performance is rewarded.

•The opportunity to be part of the team that is revolutionizing the treatment of some of the world’s most devastating diseases.

•A generous benefits package for eligible employees that includes medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) with employer match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, eleven paid company holidays per year, a minimum of fifteen days of accrued vacation per year, which increases with tenure, and paid sick time in compliance with applicable law(s).

Penumbra, Inc., headquartered in Alameda, California, is a global healthcare company focused on innovative therapies. Penumbra designs, develops, manufactures, and markets novel products and has a broad portfolio that addresses challenging medical conditions in markets with significant unmet need. Penumbra sells its products to hospitals and healthcare providers primarily through its direct sales organization in the United States, most of Europe, Canada, and Australia, and through distributors in select international markets. The Penumbra logo is a trademark of Penumbra, Inc.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you reside in the State of California, please also refer to Penumbra’s Privacy Notice for California Residents.

For additional information on Penumbra’s commitment to being an equal opportunity employer, please Penumbra’s AAP Policy Statement.

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