Senior Manufacturing Manager- 1st Shift

Medtronic; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 136,000 - 204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Medtronic in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Manager to lead production operations across key value streams, driving safety, quality, on-time delivery, and cost efficiency. You will oversee a team of Production Supervisors and collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to deliver measurable improvements using the Medtronic Performance System.

This on-site role emphasizes leadership in value-stream transformation and talent development, with a proven track record in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years in relevant experience and 5+ years in management.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification or equivalent.
• Experience in manufacturing environments, preferably regulated industries.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute operational strategies across key value streams, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people accountability.
• Establish direction and daily priorities for Manufacturing, Engineering, Maintenance, OpEx and other support functions.
• Drive manufacturing performance to achieve production, quality, and cost objectives.
• Prioritize production schedules based on customer demand, new product introductions, equipment performance, and material availability.
• Manage operational budgets and administrative processes.
• Provide recommendations on capital investments and direct/indirect labor requirements.
• Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing workforce.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification

Job description

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 4 Oct 2026

Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.

A Day in the Life

First Shift (1st)- M-F 8am-5pm

Are you passionate about transforming operations, leading high-performing teams, and delivering measurable business results? As a Sr Manufacturing Manager , you will provide leadership for production operations across key value streams that support multiple Medtronic Operating Units.

Based in Tempe, Arizona , this role oversees the manufacturing of life-saving medical technologies used by patients worldwide. Reporting to the Manufacturing Director, you will lead a team of Production Supervisors and play a critical role in driving safety, quality, delivery, and operational performance. You will also lead high-impact continuous improvement initiatives by leveraging the tools and resources of the Medtronic Performance System (MPS).

This highly visible position combines people leadership, operational excellence, and strategic execution. You will partner closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to solve complex manufacturing challenges, develop organizational capability, and drive sustainable process improvements. The role provides broad exposure across Medtronic’s portfolio and offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on products that improve and save lives every day.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative and influential leader with a proven track record of driving value stream transformation, leading teams through change, and developing talent through coaching, training, mentorship, and stretch assignments. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy creating lasting organizational value, we would love to hear from you.

At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person collaboration is essential to our success, and this role requires a minimum of five days per week onsite as part of our commitment to professional growth, teamwork, and cross-functional partnership as we work together to engineer the extraordinary.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute operational strategies that ensure success across key value streams while maintaining accountability for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people.
• Establish strategic direction and daily priorities for Manufacturing, Engineering, Maintenance, Operational Excellence (OpEx), and other support functions.
• Drive manufacturing performance to achieve production, quality, and cost objectives.
• Prioritize production schedules based on customer demand, new product introductions, equipment performance, and material availability.
• Manage operational budgets and administrative processes.
• Provide recommendations regarding capital investments and direct/indirect labor requirements.
• Recruit, develop, and retain talent to ensure a high-performing and engaged workforce.
• Establish workforce plans, staffing strategies, and resource allocation to meet business objectives.

Required Qualifications (Must Have):

_To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your applicant profile._

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 7 years relevant experience with 5+ years of managerial experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with 5+ years of managerial experience.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have):

• Advanced Lean Certification or equivalent
• Demonstrated experience leading process improvement initiatives
• Experience in manufacturing environments, preferably within regulated industries
• Proven success leading value stream transformation and continuous improvement efforts
• Strong people leadership, coaching, and talent development experience

For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$136,000.00 - $204,000.00

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance,Health Savings Account,Healthcare Flexible Spending Account,Life insurance, Long-term disability leave,Dependent daycare spending account,Tuition assistance/reimbursement, andSimple Steps (global well-being program).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees:Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match,Short-term disability,Paid time off,Paid holidays,Employee Stock Purchase Plan,Employee Assistance Program,Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), andCapital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

Further details are available at the link below:

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.