At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
A Day in the Life
A career at Medtronic is like no other. We're purposeful. We're committed. And we're driven by our Mission to alleviate pain, restore health and extend life for millions of people worldwide.
The Senior Manager of Operations leads a high-performing manufacturing organization responsible for delivering safe, compliant, high-quality medical devices on time and at optimized cost, while advancing Humacao's vision to be the standard of excellence in machining through innovation, technology, and a skilled, motivated workforce. This leader owns operational performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People, and Innovation. The role requires strong financial acumen, structured problem-solving capability, Lean maturity, digital fluency, and the ability to build an accountable, engaged culture aligned to Medtronic's Mission.
The Senior Manager is accountable for accelerating the Medtronic Performance System (MPS), improving the Manufacturing Cluster Model, strengthening problem-solving culture, developing succession depth, and supporting strategic initiatives of new products ramp-up, Flow Acceleration, one piece flow connecting workflows, automation deployment, and Industry 5.0 roadmap execution. This role requires disciplined execution, cross-functional collaboration, and visible leadership presence on the floor.
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
Responsible for the development and implementation of activities in production area(s) to meet production goals, quality, and cost objectives.
Prioritizes production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply.
Plans and administers procedures and budgets.
Makes budgetary recommendations on capital expenditures and direct/indirect labor.
Selects and develops personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the production function.
Develops schedules and manpower requirements for assigned areas.
Management Skills: Management of Financial and Material Resources, Critical Thinking, Project Management, Management of Personnel Resources, Collaboration and Productivity Software, Effective Communication Skills.
Functional Skills: Machining and Manufacturing Technologies, Proficient computer skills, Data Science and Analysis, Lean Manufacturing and continued improvement, Managing Quality.
Required Knowledge and Experience: Requires broad management knowledge to lead project teams in one department.
Typically has mastery level knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline with broad understanding of other areas within the job function.
Requires a Baccalaureate degree (or for degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree which satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)( 4)(iii)(A) and minimum of 7 years of relevant experience with 5+ years of managerial experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with 5+ years of managerial experience.
Operational Performance Ownership & Cross-Functional Leadership
Own end-to-end operational performance aligned to SIOP and customer demand, delivering results across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Compliance .
Drive continuous improvement in productivity, waste, lead time, and inventory , while ensuring audit-ready, risk-aware operations .
Partner effectively with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, EHS, HR, and Finance to support flawless execution and strong new product launches, communicating clearly at all levels.
Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement
Build and sustain a data-driven continuous improvement culture with strong employee engagement.
Apply structured problem-solving methods (A3, 5-Why, DMAIC) to eliminate root causes and deliver lasting results.
Strengthen manufacturing clusters and Flow Acceleration to achieve measurable performance improvements within the first year.
Financial & Cost Leadership
Own budgets, labor models, and capital planning , connecting shop-floor actions to financial outcomes.
Ensure strong forecasting, cost control, and financial discipline .
Identify and execute cost optimization opportunities aligned with operational improvement priorities.
Talent, Engagement & Succession
Develop and coach talent through individual development plans and strong on-the-job leadership.
Build a robust succession pipeline for critical roles.
Foster an ethical, inclusive, and highly engaged culture , addressing performance issues early with fairness and empathy.
Innovation & Digital Transformation- Demonstrated exposure to automation, AI applications and proficiency, data analytics, or digital manufacturing tools.
Drive automation, digital tools, and AI-enabled manufacturing to improve productivity and enable real-time, data-driven decisions.
Advance the Industry 5.0 roadmap by integrating modern manufacturing technologies and building team capability in automation, analytics, and digital systems.
Required Experience
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Industrial Management, or related technical discipline.
Minimum 8-10 years manufacturing experience. Experience in medical device or other highly regulated industry strongly preferred.
Minimum 5 years direct people leadership in regulated manufacturing environment.
Proven experience managing budgets >$20M and teams >100 employees preferred.
Demonstrated success leading:
Lean transformation initiatives
Waste reduction programs
Automation deployment
Capacity expansion or ramp-up
Organizational restructuring or cluster or business units-based models
Leadership Competencies
Leads with accountability and integrity , making structured decisions under pressure, owning results (operational and financial), and addressing performance issues directly and professionally.
Visible, people-centered leader with strong floor presence who communicates clearly, coaches effectively, and builds psychological safety while maintaining high performance standards.
Required Technical & Functional Skillsets
Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma methodology (DMAIC, A3, VSM)
OEE optimization and productivity modeling
Capacity planning & SIOP alignment
Financial forecasting & cost accounting fundamentals
Risk management & quality systems
Data analytics (Power BI, Minitab, Tableau, or equivalent)
Project management discipline (stage gate, milestone tracking)
Knowledge of machining and advanced manufacturing technologies preferred
Experience with cobots, automation systems, or digital manufacturing tools
Required Certifications (Preferred / Required)
Required:
Lean or Six Sigma Green Belt (minimum)
Preferred:
Six Sigma Black Belt
PMP Certification
APICS CPIM or CSCP
OSHA regulations
Change Management certification
For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.?
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship
At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.
Join us in our mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life-where your unique background and perspective are valued.
Benefits & Compensation
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
Medtronic benefits and compensation plans (https://www3.benefitsolver.com/benefits/BenefitSolverView?page\name=signon&co\num=30601&co_affid=medtronic)
About Medtronic
We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission - to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life - unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
We are engineers at heart- putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.
Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here (http://www.medtronic.com)
It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission - to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life - unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
We are engineers at heart- putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.
We change lives . Each team member, each day, helps to improve and redefine how the world treats the most pressing health conditions, from heart disease to diabetes. Our industry leadership comes from the passion and ingenuity of our people. That's who we are. Working alongside one another, we use science, medicine, and a profound understanding of the human body to build extraordinary technologies that can transform lives.
We build extraordinary solutions as one team . With one Medtronic Mindset defining how we work. Speed and decisiveness run through our DNA. Diverse perspectives inspire our bold answers to any challenge that comes our way. And we deliver results the right way, breakthrough after patient breakthrough.
This life-changing career is yours to engineer . By bringing your ambitious ideas, unique perspective and contributions, you will...
Build a better future, amplifying your impact on the causes that matter to you and the world
Grow a career reflective of your passion and abilities
Connect to a dynamic and inclusive culture that welcomes the challenge of life-long learning
These commitments set our team apart from the rest:
Experiences that put people first . Respect for people is the hallmark of our humanity. It fuels our team to positively impact even a single life. And it means we put our people first at Medtronic as well, creating a culture of belonging and always pushing to get you the career-building resources you need.
Life-transforming technologies . No matter your role, you contribute to technologies that transform lives. What we build empowers patients to live life on their terms.
Better outcomes for our world . Here, it's about more than the bottom line. Our Mission to improve human welfare drives us. We advance healthcare, society, and equity with every design, inside and outside our walls.
Insight-driven care . Fresh viewpoints. Cutting-edge AI, data, and automation. You're shaping the future of healthcare technology and defining the next generation of breakthroughs in care
It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
For sales reps and other patient facing field employees, going into a healthcare setting?is considered an essential function of the job and we expect our employees to comply with all credentialing requirements at the hospitals or clinics they support.
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