Production Manager job opportunity at Zeiss Group.



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Zeiss Group Production Manager
Experience: Highly Experienced
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loacation Ontario, CA, United States Of America
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About Us: How many companies can say they’ve been in business for over 177 years?! Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team! What’s the role? The Production Manager leads end-to-end manufacturing and production operations, ensuring products are produced efficiently, safely, and in compliance with strict medical device quality standards and good manufacturing practices (GMP) . This role sets the strategic direction for production, drives performance through KPIs, and develops teams while promoting lean manufacturing and continuous improvement. Sound Interesting? Here’s what you’ll do: Production & Operations Leadership Oversee production areas including biomaterials, machining, cleanroom operations, packaging, warehousing, and shipping. Manage supervisors and production staff while setting performance targets (volume, productivity, scrap rate, lead time). Ensure production plans meet demand forecasts and business targets. Monitor performance metrics and implement corrective action plans when needed. Support workforce planning aligned with customer demand and operational goals. Manage departmental budgets and capital expenditures. Maintain strong safety culture and compliance with workplace safety standards. Quality & Compliance Ensure products meet medical device quality regulations, SOPs, and traceability requirements. Provide training to staff on quality systems, cleanroom procedures, and regulatory compliance. Maintain adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Continuous Improvement & Strategic Planning Drive lean manufacturing and operational efficiency initiatives. Partner with engineering teams to support capacity planning and process improvements. Adapt production structure to changing customer demand and business strategy. Team Leadership & Culture Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and production teams. Strengthen team engagement, collaboration, and performance management. Implement cross-training and workforce flexibility programs. Communicate company strategy, departmental goals, and organizational updates. Do you qualify? Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (such as Applied Mechanics, Physics, Materials Science, or related field). Minimum 2+ years of leadership experience within manufacturing environments. Background in medical device manufacturing or other high-quality / regulated production environments. Experience working in cleanroom or sterile production environments is highly preferred. Interpret technical documents, business publications, and regulatory requirements. Write reports, procedures, qualification studies, and business communications. Present information clearly to leadership, customers, and cross-functional teams. Communicate effectively with auditors and regulatory agencies (such as FDA auditors). Spanish bilingual skills are a plus. Lean Manufacturing / Lean Management experience. Strong reporting and documentation skills. Proficiency with: Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook We have amazing benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS! Medical Vision Dental 401k Matching Employee Assistance Programs Vacation and sick pay  The list goes on!  Compensation: The annual pay range for this position is $105,000 - $131,200. This position is eligible for a Performance Bonus.  The pay offered for this role may be influenced by factors such as job location, scope of role, qualifications, education, experience, & complexity/specialization/scarcity of talent.    ZEISS also offers robust benefits, including medical plans, retirement savings plan and paid time off. Your ZEISS Recruiting Team: Maria Khalil Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends).  

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