Lean Manufacturing Lead — Medical Devices

Lighteum LLC

Oceanside, Northern (CA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 95,000 - 115,000

Full time

14 days+
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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.

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