What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Operations position at Epredia?
Be a part of a global team where what we do matters! At Epredia, we recognize that our talented employees are vital to our success. Our team is dedicated, our work is rewarding – both personally and professionally – because what we do matters.
We seek talented individuals who will contribute to and thrive in our collaborative, diverse, fast-paced environment while demonstrating a commitment to our core values, People, Customer, Results, Continuous Learning, and Innovation.
People – We win as a team.
Customer – We deliver customer-centric solutions.
Continuous Learning – We learn and always aim to be better.
Innovation – We innovate every day.
Results – Results matter for all of us.
Job Title: Manager, Operations
Who you are: You have energy and drive in abundance, a passion for serving our customers and possess a growth mindset and love of continuous learning, with an appreciation for diverse perspectives and helping others win
Position Overview
As the Manufacturing Manager, Operations you will play a pivotal role in driving manufacturing excellence by leading high-performing teams, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and accountability, and delivering outstanding business results. This hands-on leadership position combines strategic thinking with a strong presence on the manufacturing floor, empowering leaders, championing continuous improvement, optimizing resources, and collaborating across functions to enhance productivity, customer satisfaction, employee engagement, and operational performance. If you are passionate about developing people, solving complex challenges, and creating a culture where teams thrive, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Location: Full time Onsite - Portsmouth, NH
What You Will Be Doing
TO ALL RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: Epredia does not accept unsolicited third-party resumes.
Building an Inclusive Culture: We are a company that brings the best people together and leverages their varying backgrounds, ideas, and points of view to invent on behalf of all customers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for all individuals, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected classes which may exist under applicable federal, state or local law.
We seek talented individuals who will contribute to and thrive in our collaborative, diverse, fast-paced environment while demonstrating a commitment to our core values, People, Customer, Results, Continuous Learning, and Innovation.
People – We win as a team.
Customer – We deliver customer-centric solutions.
Continuous Learning – We learn and always aim to be better.
Innovation – We innovate every day.
Results – Results matter for all of us.
Job Title: Manager, Operations
Who you are: You have energy and drive in abundance, a passion for serving our customers and possess a growth mindset and love of continuous learning, with an appreciation for diverse perspectives and helping others win
Position Overview
As the Manufacturing Manager, Operations you will play a pivotal role in driving manufacturing excellence by leading high-performing teams, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and accountability, and delivering outstanding business results. This hands-on leadership position combines strategic thinking with a strong presence on the manufacturing floor, empowering leaders, championing continuous improvement, optimizing resources, and collaborating across functions to enhance productivity, customer satisfaction, employee engagement, and operational performance. If you are passionate about developing people, solving complex challenges, and creating a culture where teams thrive, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Location: Full time Onsite - Portsmouth, NH
What You Will Be Doing
- Lead manufacturing operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, cost, inventory, and productivity objectives.
- Develop and execute operational strategies that support business goals and customer demand.
- Translate company objectives into measurable departmental goals and monitor progress through key performance indicators.
- Partner with Planning, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, EHS, HR, and Finance to improve operational performance.
- Identify operational risks and develop mitigation plans.
- Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives using Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, 6S, Standard Work, Visual Management, and Root Cause Analysis.
- Drive continuous improvement efforts that reduce waste, improve efficiency, and increase manufacturing capacity.
- Review production metrics daily and identify trends requiring corrective or preventive action.
- Ensure compliance with ISO, FDA, GMP, safety, and quality system requirements
- Manage labor utilization, overtime, staffing, and operational budgets.
- Monitor manufacturing costs and identify opportunities to improve productivity while maintaining quality and customer service.
- 7 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.
- 3 years leading supervisors or multiple production teams.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management preferred
- Demonstrated experience implementing Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
- P&L experience managing production metrics, labor planning, budgets, and operational performance..
- Experience working within ERP systems (SAP preferred).
- Medical device, pharmaceutical, or regulated manufacturing experience.
- Knowledge of ISO 13485, FDA, and GMP requirements.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
- Experience with value stream management and operational planning.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits effective on first day of employment
- Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off (starting at 120 hours!)
- 401(K) Retirement Plan – Company Matching Contribution up to 6%
- Incentive Bonus Plan – eligible to participate to earn additional compensation
TO ALL RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: Epredia does not accept unsolicited third-party resumes.
Building an Inclusive Culture: We are a company that brings the best people together and leverages their varying backgrounds, ideas, and points of view to invent on behalf of all customers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for all individuals, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected classes which may exist under applicable federal, state or local law.
Salary : $105,000 - $120,000