Production Leader: Lean Ops & Continuous Improvement

Viant Medical; Laconia (NH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Generous paid time off and holidays (P

401k plan with company match

Employee discount program

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Viant Medical in New Hampshire is seeking a Production Manager to lead direct and indirect labor across multiple departments. You will own S,Q,D,I,P metrics, drive lean initiatives, and ensure schedules meet customer requirements in a cost-efficient way.

Responsibilities include guiding 40+ associates, coordinating with Planning, Engineering, Quality and Maintenance, and mentoring staff while maintaining a safe, compliant manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in supervisory or lead manufacturing roles.
• Associates or Bachelor's in Operations/Engineering or Business preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership skills; team-based collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to safety and quality requirements and leads production schedules.
• Directs labor in manufacturing processes to meet schedules and cost goals.
• Monitors production lines against master schedule and material planning.
• Leads continuous improvement initiatives including Kaizen and Lean Six Sigma.
• Mentors 40+ associates; hires, coaches, and performs reviews.
• Ensures work orders are closed in Oracle and data accuracy.
• Communicates with Plant management on production and safety.
• Backups to Operations Manager when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Lean manufacturing

Six-Sigma

Team management

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Education

Associates or Bachelor's degree in Operations/Engineering or Business

Job description

Viant Medical in New Hampshire is seeking a Production Manager to lead direct and indirect labor across multiple departments. You will own S,Q,D,I,P metrics, drive lean initiatives, and ensure schedules meet customer requirements in a cost-efficient way.

Responsibilities include guiding 40+ associates, coordinating with Planning, Engineering, Quality and Maintenance, and mentoring staff while maintaining a safe, compliant manufacturing environment.