Production Leader, Life Sciences Ops & Growth

Peli BioThermal; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Company-paid life and disability

401k with match

Job summary

Pelican Products, Inc. in Maple Grove, MN, is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead multiple manufacturing departments in a fast-paced environment. You will drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance while ensuring efficient production and adherence to the highest standards.

You will develop teams, optimize processes, and partner with Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to achieve operational excellence and support business growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in production management with a manufacturing company and fast-paced environment.
• Strong people skills as a team leader, coach, and a team player.
• Solid communication skills in listening, clear concise speaking, and sharing company vision and direction resulting in increased employee engagement.
• Ability to quickly learn technology and improve use of technology to improve productivity.
• Strong interpersonal skills demonstrating integrity, professionalism, and leadership.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Working knowledge of ISO guidelines.
• Understanding and implementation of 6S and Lean manufacturing/Six Sigma manufacturing techniques.
• Must be able to identify and resolve problems in a timely, creative manner. Knowledge of problem-solving tools like for example 5 whys, Fishbone, DMACI, PDCA, CAPA, Pareto charts, A3.
• Basic knowledge of OSHA and other EH&S related standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple production departments to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals are achieved.
• Develop and execute production strategies that align with business objectives and operational priorities.
• Drive daily manufacturing performance by managing schedules, capacity, labor, and resources.
• Establish operational metrics and utilize data to improve productivity, efficiency, and overall performance.
• Manage budgets, labor utilization, and manufacturing costs to achieve financial objectives.
• Partner with Planning, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and other departments to support production goals and customer commitments.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and waste reduction.
• Promote SQDC principles and utilize data-driven decision-making to improve operational performance.
• Develop, coach, and mentor supervisors and team members to build organizational capability and strengthen leadership.
• Foster a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA, cGMP, ISO, QMS, and company standards.
• Ensure inventory accuracy and support physical inventory and material control processes within production operations.
• Drive accountability, engagement, and operational excellence throughout the organization.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Production management

People leadership

Communication

MS Office

ISO knowledge

6S/Lean

Problem-solving

OSHA EH&S

Tools

MS Office

ISO standards

Job description

Pelican Products, Inc. in Maple Grove, MN, is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead multiple manufacturing departments in a fast-paced environment. You will drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance while ensuring efficient production and adherence to the highest standards.

You will develop teams, optimize processes, and partner with Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to achieve operational excellence and support business growth.