Manager, Production

Tandem Diabetes Care; California; On-site; USD 110,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k with company match

Paid time off (vacation)

Job summary

Tandem Diabetes Care is seeking a Production Manager for our on-site Barnes facility in California. You will lead a manufacturing team in a regulated medical-device environment, ensuring GMP compliance and efficient production planning.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Supply Chain to optimize processes, manage staffing and budgets, and drive continuous improvement. This role requires 3+ years in medical device manufacturing and a B.S.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of QSRs/GMPs for medical devices and regulated manufacturing.
• Experience leading a manufacturing team in a regulated environment.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite.
• Familiarity with MES and ERP software in production.
• Strong cross‑functional communication across departments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure area follows cGMP Regulations and is audit-ready.
• Maintain accurate area documentation and SOPs.
• Track KPIs and ensure production targets are met.
• Evaluate procedures to promote quality and efficiency.
• Coordinate manufacturing with other departments (Engineering, QA, Supply).
• Drive process improvements and cost-effective production.
• Support short-term staffing, budgeting, training, and systems needs.
• Participate in staff development, performance reviews, and promotions.
• Ensure staff training completes per plan and job responsibilities.
• Develop and manage staff schedules and performance requirements.

Skills

QSRs/GMPs knowledge

Team leadership

MS Office

MES/ERP familiarity

Education

B.S. in Science or Engineering

Tools

Manufacturing Execution System

ERP software

Job description

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.

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!

You Should Know

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and regulations. A conditional offer of employment from Tandem is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment screening process comprised of a drug test (excluding marijuana) and background check, which includes a review of criminal history information.

Tandem has good cause to conduct a review of criminal history information of candidates for this position, as this role may involve access to proprietary, sensitive and/or confidential information, including customer protected health information. This review is required to ensure that individuals in such roles uphold high standards of trust and integrity so as to protect the interests of our customers, employees, and stakeholders.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Tandem, we believe joy fuels excellence. That's why we've built a workplace that celebrates your achievements and supports your well-being. Our team thrives on pushing boundaries and fostering growth, all while maintaining a spirit of fun and camaraderie. This is just one of the ways we stay awesome! Explore the benefits and reasons to love Tandem at https://www.tandemdiabetes.com/careers.

BE YOU, WITH US!

We embrace the value that every single one of us brings to the table. But sometimes we forget that when we don’t meet 100% of a job description’s criteria – maybe you’re feeling that way right now? Because we want you to be you, with us.

Tandem is firmly committed to being an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender identity or expression, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation. We are an inclusive organization, and we welcome applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

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.