Interim Operations Leader, Medical Devices Manufacturing

Aurora Lifesciences; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A medical device company is seeking an experienced Interim Operations Manager to lead production operations. The role involves building high-performing teams and improving operational efficiency in a regulatory environment. Candidates should have leadership experience in medical device manufacturing, strong knowledge of ISO13485, and a hands-on approach to operations. This is a contract position with a focus on scaling up manufacturing to meet commercial demands.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in medical device manufacturing.
• Demonstrated success in building and leading high-performing teams.
• Strong knowledge of ISO13485 and FDA regulations.
• Experience in production planning and process validation.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing and operations teams to optimize productivity.
• Build and mentor a high-performing production team.
• Develop operational strategy and budget planning.
• Plan and manage manufacturing scale-up activities.
• Drive process improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with relevant medical device standards.

Skills

Leadership in medical device manufacturing

Team building

Process improvement

ISO13485 knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Lean manufacturing

Job description

A medical device company is seeking an experienced Interim Operations Manager to lead production operations. The role involves building high-performing teams and improving operational efficiency in a regulatory environment. Candidates should have leadership experience in medical device manufacturing, strong knowledge of ISO13485, and a hands-on approach to operations. This is a contract position with a focus on scaling up manufacturing to meet commercial demands.