Position Title: Manufacturing ManagerPosition Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting Direct Hire opportunity for a Manufacturing Manager with our client that is in Plainview, NY.Job Description:
The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for the management and oversight of Production Operations for our Plainview facilities.
This role ensures that all Manufacturing activities meet customer requirements, quality standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, ISO 13485).
The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a deep knowledge of manufacturing processes, and a commitment to continuous improvement in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
Job Responsibilities:
Manufacturing Management:
Lead all Manufacturing operations to meet and exceed KPIs in productivity, quality, cost, safety, and customer service
Build and maintain an effective operations management system grounded in Lean and Growth principles
In conjunction with site leadership, deliver on the sites Annual Operating Plan, aligning with broader business goals
Compliance & Quality:
Ensure adherence to FDA regulations, ISO 13485 standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Work closely with Quality Assurance and Regulatory teams to support audits, validations, and documentation.
Ensure Manufacturing operations are fully compliant with safety, environmental, and quality standards (HS&E, QMS)
People Management:
Drive manufacturing team level engagement, resolve peoples issues proactively, and promote a positive, accountable team culture
Manage and develop a high-performing team, ensuring the right skills, behaviors, and mindset are in place
Lead, coach, and develop a team of supervisors, technicians, and operators.
Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Process Improvement:
Champion a culture of continuous improvement using Lean tools and methodologies and cross-functional collaboration with Operational Excellence, Quality, Automation and Engineering teams
Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma tools to drive operational excellence.
New Product Introduction:
In conjunction with engineering and quality, lead the introduction of new products, processes, and technologies into manufacturing
Job Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Life Sciences, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in a medical device or regulated manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
Skilled in developing cross-functional teams and building organizational capability
Strong knowledge of FDA 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, and GMP requirements.
Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles; hands-on Lean experience highly desirable
Proven ability to manage teams and meet Manufacturing targets in a highly regulated industry.
Proficient in SAP ERP, Microsoft systems and comfortable operating in a data-driven, KPI-focused culture
Job Details:
Job Type: Direct Hire
Salary Rate Range: $100-125K
Location: Plainview, New York.
About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. Were passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.