Operations Manager

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB:

Reporting to the Site Director, the Operations Manager leads the Manufacturing Team with full accountability for operational performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and throughput, ensuring disciplined execution and consistent delivery on customer commitments. The role translates site strategy into results through strong daily management, cross functional alignment, and ownership of new product launches, capacity planning, and resource alignment. Operating within an FDA regulated environment, the position ensures full compliance with 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, and quality system requirements while driving continuous improvement. As a key business leader, the Operations Manager builds and develops a high performing team and delivers both operational excellence and financial results that support the site's long term growth.

Exhibits the Viant Medical values (Teamwork, Own It, Be Agile, Customer Oriented, Servant Leadership and Integrity) in all activities

Key Responsibilities

1. End to End Operational Performance Own performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and throughput.

2. Regulatory and Quality Compliance Ensure full compliance with FDA 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485.

3. Daily Management and Execution Discipline Implement a robust daily management system.

4. Customer Performance Management Ensure all customer commitments are met.

5. New Product Launch and Ramp Execution Own operational readiness for new product launches.

6. People Leadership and Talent Development Build and develop a high performing leadership team.

7. Cross Functional Leadership, Capacity Planning, and Continuous Improvement

Other Duties

Audit and Inspection Readiness

New Product Introduction and Operational Readiness

Capacity, Capital, and Workforce Planning

Standardization and Process Discipline

Escalation and Operational Risk Management

Inventory and Working Capital Management

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education/Knowledge

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business or related field including eight years of manufacturing related leadership experience; or equivalent.

Possesses high degree of knowledge in operations, quality, compliance, supply chain, finance and people management.

Skills/Competencies

Leadership skills

Employee relationship and management skills

Strong communication and negotiation skills

Proven financial knowledge

Proven problem solving skills, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Preferred

Continuous improvement mindset

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Physical Requirements

Light work up to 30 pounds occasionally

Must wear required PPE

Work Conditions

Worker is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions

BENEFITS:

Medical, dental, and vision benefits-effective on date of hire

Generous paid time off benefits and 10 paid Holidays

136 hours of PTO

Company-paid life insurance

401k plan with company match

Up to $150-off your gym membership annually

Employee Discount Program with savings on electronics, home goods, gym equipment, and more

Viant is a global medical device design and manufacturing services provider that partners and innovates with customers to provide the highest quality, life enhancing medical devices. We do this through our depth and breadth of capabilities, end-to-end integration, technical expertise, and relentless focus on our customers and on operational excellence. With nearly 6,000 associates across 24 locations worldwide, we offer a unique combination of small-company service and attention with big-company resources. For more information, visit viantmedical.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Viant provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Viant complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.