Production Manager

Arterex

Production Manager leading FDA Class III medical-device manufacturing and production ramp-up for Arterex’s strategic OEM in Mansfield. Driving safety, quality, delivery, cost, Lean improvement, and team development.

Posted 8/18/2026full-timeMansfield • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $0 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading FDA Class III medical device production, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Proficient in Lean manufacturing principles and team leadership to achieve operational excellence and employee development.

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FDA QMSR ExperienceISO 13485 KnowledgeLean Manufacturing ExpertiseMedical Device Manufacturing ExperienceElectromechanical Product Manufacturing Experience

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Hard Skills

Production PlanningProcess ImprovementQuality ControlCost ReductionInventory ControlAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsManufacturing Process ScalabilityTalent DevelopmentCleanroom Manufacturing

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsLeadership Skills

Industry Keywords

FDA Class III Medical DeviceImplantable Medical DeviceLean ProcessesVisual MetricsSafety GoalsQuality GoalsDelivery GoalsCost GoalsEmployee ComplianceStrategic Customer Communication

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead production of an FDA Class III medical device in production and ramp-up for a strategic OEM
Ensure adherence to released processes and meet production demand
Lead continuous improvement, team leadership, talent development, and manufacturing process scalability
Provide total cell leadership for safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals
Direct process improvement programs and provide process method excellence
Lead the cell in process improvement, delivered quality, and cost reduction
Communicate key business and customer issues to employees
Direct production planning and manufacturing with support from Planners, Supply Chain, Quality, and Operations resources
Ensure labor standards, quality commitments, and delivery commitments are met
Ensure employees comply with Arterex Mansfield, customer, and applicable policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
Pursue Lean processes, own visual metrics, and promote a sustainable Lean culture
Select, hire, train, develop, supervise, counsel, and provide ongoing direction to employees
Structure the assigned organization and staff positions to accomplish business objectives
Support employee career development and training

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Operations-related areas preferred; experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree
10–15 years’ experience preferred in complex electromechanical product manufacturing
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a medical device manufacturing environment
Experience with FDA QMSR and ISO 13485
Cleanroom manufacturing experience preferred
Implantable medical device experience beneficial
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to communicate directly with strategic customers
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Strong Lean manufacturing, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Knowledge of production and inventory control and standard cost systems
Ability to work 100% on-site
Availability Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Long-Term Disability
Short-Term Disability
Life Insurance
10 Paid Holidays
Additional Voluntary Benefits