Manager, Production

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.

**The Role**:
The **_Production Manager_** is accountable for the department safe operation and on-time, on-budget, and high-quality project delivery. They will foster a high performing team by promoting accountability, providing training opportunities and an open communication environment. Leveraging lean manufacturing the manager will drive continuous improvement efforts, removing waste and optimizing processes resulting in higher throughput and better quality. To succeed, the manager will need to be results-oriented, a creative problem-solver and a strong team player. Setting goals, communicating clear expectations, and holding reports accountable are necessary to ensure successful executions.

This is a fully onsite position. The schedule is Monday through Friday from 8-4pm EST at our facility in Brockville, Ontario

**What You Will Do**:

- Develop and implement strategies for operational excellence, incorporating Lean Manufacturing principles to optimize processes, minimize waste, and enhance overall efficiency and productivity.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align operational goals with broader organizational objectives, promoting a flexibility mindset throughout the organization.
- Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team, promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning. Engage workforce through use of Lean Principles to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost. Foster a culture that promotes continuous improvement of people and processes.
- Encourage an environment of open discussion and constructive argumentation, fostering a safe and collaborative space that results in informed decision-making and a cohesive work environment.

**What You Will Do
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- Implement personalized training and development programs to enhance team members' skills and capabilities, empowering each team member to reach their full potential within the organization.
- Encourage a positive and inclusive team environment that values diversity, embraces new perspectives.
- Foster a culture of innovation, problem-solving, and adaptability grounded in Lean Manufacturing principles.
- Oversee cross-functional collaboration to facilitate effective communication and resolve operational issues promptly.
- Set and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) aligned with the organizational goals to track and evaluate operational performance.
- Develop and execute strategic plans to meet and exceed organizational goals, emphasizing timely and quality-driven results.
- Implement and enforce safety protocols to create a secure work environment. Ensure manufacturing operations comply with industry regulations and safety standards.

**What You Need To Be Successful**:

- Bachelor’s degree + 8 years of experience in a similar role - at least 5 of those years as a people leader
- Associate degree + 14 years of experience in a similar role
- High school diploma or GED + 18 years of experience in a similar role
- Experience planning and coordinating cross-shift/ department activities.
- Experience adapting plans and resources to meet production requirements.

**What STERIS Offers**:

- Market Competitive Salary
- 3 weeks paid vacation per year + 12 company holidays
- RRSP matching program
- Opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career

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STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare, life sciences and dental products and services. STERIS is a $5 billion, publicly traded (NYSE: STE) company with approximately 17,000 associates and Customers in more than 100 countries.

STERIS strives to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. STERIS is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to ‎maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration and equal ‎opportunity. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process ‎and applicants with a disability may request to be accommodated throughout the ‎recruitment process.‎ We will work with all applicants to accommodate their individual accessibility ‎needs.