Director, Operations

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Fridley, MN, USA
In-Office
144K-200K Annually
Expert/Leader
Hardware • Healthtech • Manufacturing
The Role
Directs operations across quality, manufacturing engineering, production, and materials management for a medical device manufacturing facility. Leads strategic planning, continuous improvement, performance measurement, quality objectives, staffing, budgets, forecasts, and revenue growth initiatives. Ensures compliance with ISO and FDA quality systems while coordinating with finance, safety, HR, and senior leadership. Requires technical manufacturing leadership, medical device and cleanroom experience, and Lean/Six Sigma expertise.
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Overview

Resonetics is a global leader in advanced engineering, prototyping, product development, and micro manufacturing, driving innovation in the medical device industry. With rapid expansion across all our locations, we continue to push the boundaries of technology while fostering a dynamic, employee-centered culture. Our commitment to excellence and continuous improvement makes Resonetics an exciting place for professionals passionate about shaping the future of micro-manufacturing and being part of something bigger.


The Director, Operations has overall responsibility for all areas of operation including Quality & Manufacturing Engineering, Production & Materials Management. The person in this position leads the development and implementation of organizational strategies, standards and practices to achieve best-in-class performance. In addition, the Director, Operations collaborates closely with other leadership across the business to leverage resources and expertise to ensure our products are consistently meeting customer expectations.  


Join Resonetics and be part of a team that’s redefining medical device manufacturing. If you’re passionate about innovation and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities
  • Lead with a clear view of where the organization needs to be in 1-3 years; communicates strategic direction to employees and how it fits with the day-to-day actions and results being driven.
  • Identify and drive continuous improvement efforts through standardized work to cut cost and improve productivity and quality.
  • Set clear and measurable performance expectations, in line with corporate goals; proactively analyze and manage all relative operations performance metrics.
  • Provide timely, accurate and complete reports on the operating conditions of the company.
  • Establish and monitor quality objectives.
  • Ensures alignment with functional leadership (e.g., finance, safety, human resources) on performance management and talent development.
  • Ensure the facilities operate within the Company’s ISO and FDA quality management system.
  • Participate in the development of the location’s monthly revenue forecasts.
  • Monitor and adjust production output and staff levels to support the location’s revenue and cost targets.
  • Participate in the development and control of the location’s budgets and quarterly forecasts.
  • Working with the senior leadership team, help to develop and implement winning strategies to grow revenues and profitability.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related technical discipline.
  • Proven experience leading a manufacturing department or organization in a technical manufacturing environment.
  • Medical device manufacturing experience is essential.
  • Experience working in a cleanroom manufacturing environment is essential.
  • Experience with Lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies, including continuous improvement initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior experience managing an independent manufacturing organization.
  • Familiarity with contract manufacturing, ISO and FDA quality system requirements, medical device and diagnostics manufacturing.
  • Lean, six-sigma green or black belt certified.
  • Packaging and distribution of finished medical devices.
  • MBA or relevant business management experience 
Physical Demands
  • Ability to work long hours when necessary and to have a presence with a 24/7 operation.
  • Ability to travel up to 10% as business needs dictate. 
Compensation
  • The typical base pay range for this role is between $144,000-$200,000/year. Compensation may vary based on individual job-related knowledge, skills, expertise, and experience. This position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance.
  • Our company policy is that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must already be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related technical discipline
  • Proven experience leading a manufacturing department or organization in a technical manufacturing environment
  • Medical device manufacturing experience
  • Experience working in a cleanroom manufacturing environment
  • Experience with Lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies, including continuous improvement initiatives
  • Prior experience managing an independent manufacturing organization
  • Familiarity with contract manufacturing, ISO and FDA quality system requirements, and medical device and diagnostics manufacturing
  • Lean or Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
  • Experience with packaging and distribution of finished medical devices
  • MBA or relevant business management experience

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The Company
2,600 Employees
Year Founded: 1987

What We Do

Resonetics is a medical device contract development and manufacturing organization serving MedTech partners. Founded in Nashua, New Hampshire, it provides advanced engineering, prototyping, product development, micromanufacturing, sensor technologies, and value-added manufacturing. Its integrated services support medical-device innovation from ideation through commercialization, helping customers develop precise, scalable solutions and accelerate time to market. Its processes are designed for the precision and reliability required by life-critical medical devices.

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