Senior Production Manager

CorDx; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive compensation package

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with generous company contributions

Flexible paid time off (PTO) policy

Additional substantial benefits

Job summary

A multinational biotech organization is seeking a Senior Production Manager in Alpharetta, GA. This role involves managing daily manufacturing operations, ensuring compliance with ISO 13485, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in production management, strong leadership skills, and a history of stabilizing production operations. The organization offers a highly competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in production, manufacturing, or operations management.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience managing and developing teams.
• Stable employment history with an average tenure of at least 30 months.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily manufacturing operations ensuring production schedules are met.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 13485 and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise and mentor production staff to foster a culture of growth.

Skills

Production Oversight

Quality Improvement

Lean Manufacturing

Team Leadership

Regulatory Compliance

Tools

Six Sigma

PMP

CPIM

Job description

Overview

CorDx, a multinational biotech organization, focused on pushing the limits of innovation and supply in global health. With over 2000 employees across the world serving millions of users in over 100 countries, CorDx delivers rapid testing and point-of-care medical device solutions used in the detection of infectious disease such as COVID-19, pregnancy, drug abuse, biomarkers and more. CorDx is at the cutting edge of technology, artificial intelligence, and data science with the goal of delivering diagnostic solutions to some of the most critical questions in healthcare.

Job Title and Location

Job Title: Senior Production Manager

Location: Alpharetta, GA (On-site)

Responsibilities

• Production Oversight: Manage daily manufacturing operations, ensuring production schedules are met while maintaining high-quality standards.
• ISO 13485 Compliance: Ensure manufacturing processes comply with ISO 13485 and regulatory requirements for medical device production.
• Quality & Process Improvement: Work closely with Quality Assurance teams to implement and maintain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure documentation, production procedures, and risk management align with FDA and ISO 13485 guidelines.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor production staff, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and professional growth.
• Lean Manufacturing: Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, and other process optimization techniques to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve productivity.
• Equipment & Maintenance: Oversee the maintenance and validation of production equipment to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Supply Chain Coordination: Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and engineering teams to optimize material availability and minimize downtime.
• Root Cause Analysis: Investigate production issues, implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPAs), and ensure compliance with ISO 13485 risk management principles.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in production, manufacturing, or operations management.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience, with a proven track record of managing and developing teams.
• Experience overseeing teams of 5 or more direct reports in a manufacturing or production setting.
• Stable employment history, with an average job tenure of at least 30 months per role.
• Industry experience in life sciences, in vitro diagnostics (IVD), or related manufacturing is preferred.
• Relevant certifications in production, operations, or supply chain management (e.g., Six Sigma, PMP, CPIM) are highly desirable.
• Career stability—candidates should have worked at no more than seven companies.
• Proven experience in scaling production operations, improving efficiency, and implementing process improvements.

Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with generous company contributions.
• Flexible paid time off (PTO) policy.
• Additional substantial benefits.

Equal Opportunity Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, color, marital status, veteran status, disability status, national origin, or any other protected characteristic.