Manufacturing Manager - Molding

ppAs a global medtech company, we are driven by our Vision of changing the trajectory of lives for a new day and our Mission to create ingenious solutions that ignite patient turnarounds. Our relentless commitment to patients and strong legacy of innovation in healthcare are the foundation of our future. If you're looking for a new chance, a new beginning, a new trajectory, LivaNova is where your talent can truly thrive. Join our talented team members worldwide to become a pioneer of tomorrow—because at LivaNova, we don’t just treat conditions — we aspire to alter the course of lives. /ph3Who are we looking for /h3pAre you an experienced production leader passionate about managing people, driving operational excellence, and supporting business growth in a manufacturing environment? We are looking for a Manufacturing Manager – Molding to lead our Molding operations, ensuring production targets, quality standards, and operational performance are achieved while fostering a strong culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. In this role, you will be responsible for leading a large production organization, coordinating cross‑functional teams, monitoring key manufacturing KPIs, and supporting the growth and development of people. You will play a key role in a strategic phase of organizational growth and transformation, helping to further strengthen production processes, team effectiveness, and operational performance. /ph3Your new role /h3ulliLead the Molding department, ensuring the achievement of production volume, quality, and efficiency targets. /liliManage and develop a production organization of approximately 70 employees across continuous shift operations. /liliCoordinate key functions within the department, including Production Planning, Quality, Documentation, Shift Leaders, and Production Supervisors. /liliMonitor and improve key manufacturing KPIs such as OEE, scrap rate, productivity, and operational efficiency. /liliDrive continuous improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing processes, reducing waste, and increasing operational performance. /liliSupport production planning activities and ensure alignment with business priorities and customer demand. /liliPromote a culture of safety, compliance, accountability, and operational excellence. /liliLead performance management activities, including performance reviews, salary reviews, talent development, and employee engagement initiatives. /liliAct as the primary point of contact for people‑related matters within the department, working closely with HR and Operations leadership. /liliSupport organizational development by defining roles, responsibilities, and team structures aligned with future business growth. /liliEnsure compliance with Quality Management System requirements, GMPs, and applicable medical device regulations. /liliParticipate in internal and external audits, supporting inspection readiness and operational compliance. /li /ulh3How you'll make an impact /h3pStrengthen leadership, engagement, and organizational effectiveness across the production teams. Support the company's growth strategy through a well‑structured and high‑performing manufacturing organization. Improve manufacturing performance through KPI management and continuous improvement initiatives. Drive operational excellence while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance. Foster a positive working environment and ensure strong collaboration between production, quality, engineering, and HR functions. Build a sustainable organization by developing people, clarifying responsibilities, and improving team capabilities. /ph3About you /h3ulliBachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience. /liliAn Industrial/Management Engineering background is considered a plus. /liliProven experience in Production Management, Manufacturing Management, Production Supervision, or similar leadership roles. /liliStrong people management experience within manufacturing environments. /liliExperience managing supervisors, shift leaders, and large production teams. /liliSolid understanding of production planning, manufacturing KPIs, and continuous improvement methodologies. /liliExperience monitoring and improving key operational metrics such as OEE, productivity, efficiency, and scrap reduction. /liliAbility to manage organizational complexity and drive change in a dynamic manufacturing environment. /liliStrong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills. /liliExperience within regulated industries is appreciated but not mandatory. /liliExposure to injection molding and/or extrusion processes is considered a strong plus. /liliFluent English, both written and spoken. /li /ulh3What you will find /h3ulliThe opportunity to lead a large and strategic manufacturing organization. /liliA highly visible role with significant impact on business growth and operational performance. /liliExposure to continuous improvement, organizational transformation, and leadership development initiatives. /liliCross‑functional collaboration with Operations, Quality, Engineering, and HR teams. /liliThe chance to work within an international manufacturing environment serving the healthcare industry. /liliOpportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and long‑term career progression. /li /ulh3What we can offer you /h3pNational Collective Bargaining Agreement: CCNL Gomma Plastica Level: Quadro Base Salary range: € 50.000 – € 70.000 Bonus: 10% Actual compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, and internal equity considerations. We offer a competitive benefits package including: /pulliFlexible working options. /liliMedical insurance. /liliPension scheme. /liliEmployee stock purchase plan. /liliGlobal recognition programme. /liliAdditional benefits (e.g. meal vouchers, flexible benefits, local bonuses) may apply depending on location. /li /ulpIn addition to providing you with a supportive, inclusive and collaborative environment where you will feel empowered to take ownership and drive meaningful change, we will reward you with a competitive package, including financial and wellbeing benefits. /ppIf you like the sound of the above and feel energised by the idea of joining a great brand at a moment of exciting expansion, /ppWe look forward to hearing from you! Welcome to impact. Welcome to innovation. Welcome to your new life. We treat our work as if lives depend on it – because they do. As a people‑oriented company, our employees around the world are fully committed to making the world a better place. Our team’s commitment to improve quality of life is the embodiment of our company Vision and Mission, making a difference every day for patients and their families. Interested in learning more about working at LivaNova? Visit careers.livanova.com for more. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr