Value Stream Manager (Production Manager)

Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

Are you ready to lead a high-performing team and drive operational excellence in a dynamic manufacturing environment? Join us in Coyol, Costa Rica, as a Value Stream Manager and help shape the future of healthcare by delivering quality products that improve lives.

What will you be doing?

Leading the overall operations of a value stream, including financial performance, strategic planning, forecasting, and performance management

Driving a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence across the value stream

Managing daily operations to meet quality, cost, and delivery goals

Ensuring compliance with GMP, SOPs, FDA, ISO, and other medical device regulatory requirements

Implementing lean tools and procedures to reduce process variation and improve product flow

Developing and empowering teams through training, resource allocation, and leadership

Maintaining SPQDC goals and leading Tier meetings to monitor and improve performance

Fostering a positive, collaborative team environment

What will you need to be successful?

Ability to lead change and identify improvement opportunities independently

Strong leadership, analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills

Required qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering, Business, or related field.

Fluent in English (C1-C2)

Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, including at least 3 years in people management with responsibility for a large team structure.

Experience in business financials, manufacturing KPIs, and strategic planning

Working knowledge of regulatory, quality, HSE, and GMP requirements

Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and APICS CPIM/CSCP

Preferred qualifications:

Master’s or advanced degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering, Business, or related field is preferred.

Certifications in Lean Six Sigma and APICS CPIM/CSCP is preferred

You. Unlimited

At Smith+Nephew, we are committed to creating a workplace that supports our people and our patients.

Inclusion + Belonging - Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving. Learn more about our Employee Inclusion Groups on our website https://www.smith-nephew.com/

Your future: Stock purchase program, referral bonus, subsidy in transport and food, recognition program.

Work/Life Balance: Additional paid time off days off and voluntary hours

Your Wellbeing: On-site medical office, private medical and life insurance, gym, health campaigns, and employee assistance program

Flexibility : Flexible work-life balance and hybrid work model

Training: Training programs and unlimited learning

Extra perks: Employee Association, and more…

Join us and be part of a company that’s making a real difference in the lives of people around the world.

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