Manufacturing Program Leader

Role Summary/Purpose:

Project manager for introduction of new products (i.e instruments, systems) in Umeå manufacturing process; for line extension of existing products within Umeå manufacturing process and for product transfer of existing products to Umeå manufacturing process.
Initiate and drive efforts to improve quality and efficiency for both products and processes
Interface with factory and global counter-parts to achieve program goals and integrate global activities.

Essential Responsibilities:

Define detail program/project objectives , and required plans to achieve those objectives
Define and manage local project team with functional leaders to identify and apply the necessary resources across the plant to achieve objectives. When necessary, reach out to other organizations to obtain any additional financial or headcount resources needed
Establish goals, activities, budgets and plans to ensure that all customer and program commitments are met in a timely, quality and cost conscious manner
Make follow-up of expenses vs project budget
Identify opportunities for improvements proactively
Provide leadership for acquisition of sourced materials to meet program goals
Ensure quality compliance activities are resourced and executed
Maintain full regulatory compliance with EHS, FDA, OSHA and/or any other legal requirements

Any questions, please contact Manufacturing Program Manager Project Office, Lars Forsell, +46 90150376.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Bachelor degree with several years of operations experience or High School diploma with several years operations experience
MS/MBA is a plus
Experience from Lean manufacturing and use of Lean tools / DMAIC as well as Green/Black belt certification is a plus
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams
Manufacturing experience
General product development experience
Demonstrated personal and system level computer skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills (Swedish and English)
Regulatory/Compliance experience
International experience in one or more of GEHC Regions
EU work permit

Desired Characteristics:

Ability to identify and implement Best Practices
Ability to deal with high levels of ambiguity
Engaged and accountable
Able to balance multiple priorities
Delivery focused
Ability to work in a cross-functional context
Professional attitude to processes and routines
Strong Interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of our business in an easy to understandable manner