Tray and Metal Forming Manager

Tray and Metal Forming Manager

Location: Charleston, South Carolina, US

Reporting to: Head of Operations

SHL Medical is a world-leading provider in the design, development, and manufacturing of advanced self-injection devices. With a global team of 6,000 employees, we partner with leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies to deliver innovative autoinjectors, pen injectors, and other drug delivery systems that ensure effective treatment for patients. Headquartered in Switzerland since 2018, with key operations in Sweden, Taiwan, and the US, we are united by a commitment to innovation, impact, and growth. Together, we empower our people to develop solutions that make a meaningful difference in the lives of millions of patients while fostering a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic workplace for our colleagues.

Job Overview

This is a leadership role in the Production department of our new state-of-the-art device manufacturing facility in North Charleston, South Carolina, as a part of SHL’s Global Manufacturing Operations Network. As this is a new facility, Tray and Metal Forming Manager will take an integral role in setting up the entire assembly operation for the site.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) and Quality leadership for the Tray and Metal Forming team
• Support Site Leadership to build a diverse and capable site organization based in engineering first principles and operational excellence. Talent management, development, and retention within the SHL Charleston organization (and beyond)
• Provide assembly teams with clear objectives to deliver Business and Strategic Plan Goals as it relates to safety, quality, and equipment/process effectiveness and efficiency
• Plan, coordinate and manage cost effective production strategies for Tray and Metal Forming operations to meet production cost targets, schedules, and quality control standards
• Interview and select subordinate staff. Define training and development requirements and ensure the appropriate training of personnel
• Responsible for managing the entire Tray and Metal Forming operation of the facility on a day-to-day basis
• Responsible for ensuring all assembly production activities comply with SHL standard operating procedures, applicable cGMP requirements and associated quality standards
• Responsible for ensuring continuous monitoring and accurate reporting of all relevant performance KPI of the assembly operation
• Responsible for receiving and integrating new equipment into the Tray and Metal Forming operation and responsible for establishing and executing plans to ramp-up equipment to the required target output and performance
• Responsible for establishing and executing equipment maintenance strategies to ensure product quality and equipment performance is maintained
• Responsible for implementing continuous improvement plans in Tray and Metal Forming in close collaboration with site quality and engineering functions  
• Securing a business-focused prioritization of resources and materials (facility, manpower, components, packing material, etc.) 
• Partner with Supply Chain, Quality and Engineering leadership to deliver operational results and to ensure efficient and timely resolution of day-to-day production issues
• Understand and influence the manufacturing control strategy for Tray and Metal Forming, and packaging
• Ensure practice matches procedure in responsible area

Skills and Qualification

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent education/experience 
• Minimum 10 years relevant industry experience in high-volume production management
• Relevant experience in managing operations, including work-force planning, material logistics, equipment maintenance and quality management.
• Experienced and proficient in understanding how Total Effective Equipment Performance can be maximized.
• Several years of hands-on manufacturing experience in a 24/7 high-volume production setting. 
• Previous exposure to a highly regulated industry (e.g., medical, pharmaceutical) and knowledge of relevant standards (e.g., ISO13485, cGMP) is a major plus
• Experience in Six Sigma methodologies is preferred. 
• Passionate & committed self-starter with “can do” attitude, team player and taking responsibility to get the job done
• Ability to work independent with strong attention to detail and focus on efficiency, effectiveness, and cost.
• Willingness to work from/relocate to Charleston, South Carolina is required.
• Willingness to initially spend an extended period in our facility in Taiwan for induction/training is a plus
• Excellent intercultural and interdisciplinary communication skills; Good at building a professional network

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by and 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds.

We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Modern working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies
• Challenging assignments in a fast growing and innovative industry
• Position in a dynamic, international team of highly skilled professionals
• Various opportunities for personal and professional development within a global organization

Please note that SHL is a drug free employer. This offer of employment is contingent upon your successful completion of various preemployment screenings, including, but not limited to, a drug test, employment verification, reference checks, and a criminal background check.

For more information on SHL Medical, please visit: shl-medical.com