Lean Manufacturing Lead — Medical Devices

Lighteum LLC; Oceanside, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Lighteum is seeking a Production Manager in Oceanside, CA to lead manufacturing operations at our Oceanside facility. The role focuses on optimizing production, reducing costs, and meeting customer requirements with a lean, Six Sigma mindset.

You will supervise a team, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure safety and quality systems are upheld across all production activities.

Qualifications

• Associates' or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management or a related field.
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably servicing the Medical Device Industry.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity/role.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage change, and deliver measurable improvements in throughput, cost, quality, safety, and overall operational performance.
• Working practical knowledge in progressive management technologies such as Lean Manufacturing, JIT, MRP, and ERP.
• Demonstrated Continuous Improvement (CI) experience with hands‑on application of Lean, Six Sigma, and the DMAIC methodology.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations (OSHA), quality systems such as ISO, and operational KPI management including OEE, FPY, and OTD.
• Lean Six Sigma Certification.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications.
• Familiarity with IFS ERP.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize manufacturing efficiencies.
• Plan and coordinate production to maximize utilization of personnel, materials, and equipment.
• Inform management of developments affecting profit, schedule, costs, and customer relations.
• Set labor scheduling expectations against expected production output.
• Plan and prioritize production to minimize downtimes and disruptions.
• Lead, coach the production team to high performance.
• Provide timely performance feedback and annual reviews.
• Manage production levels and resolve employee-related matters.
• Stay informed on new technologies and provide recommendations.
• Drive improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, and DMAIC methodologies.
• Lead Kaizen and lean projects within the area of responsibility.
• Champion change and influence positive outcomes.
• Promote a proactive safety culture and ensure safety standards.
• Collaborate with Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, Facilities, HR.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

DMAIC

Change management

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Operations Management or related field

Tools

IFS ERP

MRP

JIT

MS Office 365

ERP systems

Job description

Lighteum is seeking a Production Manager in Oceanside, CA to lead manufacturing operations at our Oceanside facility. The role focuses on optimizing production, reducing costs, and meeting customer requirements with a lean, Six Sigma mindset.

You will supervise a team, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure safety and quality systems are upheld across all production activities.