Manager, Production

Grow with US

Tandem Diabetes Care creates new possibilities for people living with diabetes, their loved ones, and their healthcare providers through a positively different experience. We'd love for you to team up with us to "innovate every day," put "people first," and take the "no-shortcuts" approach that has propelled us to become a leader in the diabetes technology industry.

Stay Awesome

Tandem Diabetes Care is proud to manufacture and sell the Tandem Mobi system and t:slim X2 insulin pump with Control-IQ+ technology - an advanced predictive algorithm that automates insulin delivery. But we're so much more than that. Our company's human-centered approach to design, development, and support delivers innovative products and services for people who use insulin. Because many of our own team members live with diabetes, or have a loved one impacted by diabetes, the work is personal, and we are committed to the cause. Learn more at tandemdiabetes.com

A Day in the Life

Implements the company's pump production function including any of the following activities: production planning/coordination, shift scheduling, material requirements, planning systems, work-in-process tracking, material and labor variance controls, and manufacturing performance reporting in a regulated manufacturing environment. Responsible for planning, reviewing, and developing production procedures and personnel.

Production, Manager at Tandem are also responsible for

• Ensures that the designated area follows cGMP Regulations
• Ensures that area documentation and standard operating procedures are accurate and up to date, and that a readiness for regulatory agency audits always exists
• Tracks key performance metrics and ensures all production targets are met
• Evaluates pump area procedures and operations to ensure that efficient and effective methods are in place to promote the manufacturing of a quality product.
• Coordinates efforts between manufacturing and other departments (Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Supply Chain) to achieve objectives
• Promote process improvements by developing and implementing programs to improve manufacturing output or quality.
• Supports the short-term planning for the department including headcount, budgeting, training, and systems requirements.
• Participates in the selection, development, performance appraisal, merit recommendation, and promotion of staff.
• Ensure department staff is properly trained, per designated training plan, before assuming job responsibilities.
• Develops and manages schedules and performance requirements of staff.

When & Where You'll Work

On-Site: This role is on-site five days a week at our Barnes facility due to the nature of the work involved.

What You'll Need

• Strong knowledge and application of principles outlined in Quality System Regulations (QSRs/GMPs) and manufacturing of a medical device.
• Skilled with managing a team performing small scale mechanical and electronic assembly
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficient with Manufacturing Execution System and ERP software.
• Skilled at effectively communicating department or area issues and results within and across functional areas and conducting presentations of technical information concerning specific projects or timelines. Able to gain cooperation from others.
• Skilled at effectively leading a cooperative team effort and organizing resources to achieve team goals. Able to make and prioritize process and resource decisions based on overall team needs.

Extra Awesome

• B.S. degree in Science or Engineering or a related field
• Lean manufacturing or 6 Sigma training preferred
• 3 years' experience in Medical Device Manufacturing
• 2 years' prior experience leading/supervising a manufacturing department and associated staff is preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• The starting base pay range for this position is $110 - $123K annually.
• Base pay will vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and may also fluctuate depending on candidate's location and the overall job market.
• In addition to base pay, Tandem offers a competitive compensation package that includes bonus and a robust benefits package.

Tandem offers health care benefits such as medical, dental, vision available your first day, as well as health savings accounts and flexible saving accounts. You'll also receive 11 paid holidays per year, a minimum of 20 days of paid time off (with accrual starting on day 1) and you will have access to a 401k plan with company match as well as an Employee Stock Purchase plan. Learn more about Tandem's benefits here!

Referrals

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Application Deadline

The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected for the requisition or the requisition has a sufficient number of applications.

Make a move that matters. Join Tandem Diabetes Care, where we're turning challenges into triumphs every day and where your talents will help shape a healthier, happier tomorrow.

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