The Plant Manager is responsible for all operations at Le Locle, Switzerland facility. In this position you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining strategies and tactics for short- and long-term goals to achieve the highest standards of quality, customer service, safety, engagement and financial metrics while practicing servant leadership. This leader is responsible for leading and developing talent and ensuring a culture of safety, quality and compliance. The Plant Manager has direct responsibility for value stream manufacturing, materials, factory supply chain, fulfillment, engineering, EHS, facilities, as well as collaborating with other functions at the site including quality, regulatory, finance, human resources, product development and process technology. This integral role develops and implements company policies and ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and other agencies i.e. FDA, OSHA, ISO 13485.
Responsibilities
Lead Le Locle site performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Engagement (SQDCE) through KPIs and a performance management system; Deploy Value Stream, Lean and Six Sigma methodologies across the site; Oversee all safety, quality, delivery, and cost initiatives and ensure manufacturing capacity meets current and future demand; Lead the site's quality culture and quality management system, ensuring adherence to FDA/BSI, ISO, and GMP requirements; Collaborate with corporate functions including Supply Chain, Distribution, Quality, Regulatory, and IT; Co-lead the implementation of Oracle (Integra's ERP system) and other digital platforms; Partner with divisional leadership on strategic priorities, new product introductions, cost improvement, technology transfers, and lifecycle management; Ensure EHS programs meet or exceed corporate and regulatory requirements; Lead talent development, performance management, and employee engagement; Own the site's financial performance and budget management, including headcount, operational expenses, and capital investments; Direct responsibility for value stream manufacturing, materials, factory supply chain, fulfillment, engineering, EHS, and facilities
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree required in Engineering or other technical area; 15+ years management experience; Previous plant management experience required; Experience working in a regulated industry; Effective written and verbal communication skills; Interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interface with production and supervisory personnel; Ability to work in a Total Quality Management/Matrix environment; Fluent in French and English; Knowledgeable in Materials Requirement Planning (MRP); Knowledgeable in Project management; Knowledgeable in Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and International Standards Organization (ISO) requirements
Nice to have
Graduate degree or MBA; Medical Device Class III experience; Strong preference for Lean manufacturing experience; Strong preference for Six Sigma experience; Experience with Oracle is a plus
Szwajcaria · Le Locle
