Medtronic
Manufacturing Director - Boulder, CO (Surgical)
Medtronic, Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80301
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 14 Oct 2025
At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
A Day in the Life
Join us at Medtronic, where bold ideas and decisive leadership are transforming healthcare. If you are driven by purpose, thrive on solving complex challenges, and excel in leading diverse teams, we invite you to join us in creating life-changing medical technology. At Medtronic, we must work with a sense of purpose and ownership, knowing there is a human life on the other side of every decision. This role demands ownership, accountability, and an unwavering focus on execution. Reporting to the Senior Manufacturing Director – Colorado Campus Site Leader, the Manufacturing Director will lead operations at our Boulder, CO facility, a key hub for Surgical Innovations (SI) within the Medical Surgical portfolio. At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We’re working a minimum of 4+ days a week onsite as part of our commitment to direct labor engagement, ensure operational excellence, fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary. This is an on-site leadership role in Boulder, CO. The Boulder facility is a cornerstone of Medtronic’s Surgical Innovations business, manufacturing more than 30 diverse products. These include advanced energy surgical devices, electrosurgical instruments & accessories, ablation products and components for minimally invasive procedures. The Manufacturing Director is responsible for all aspects of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People (SQDCP) performance at the Boulder site. This leader will deliver exceptional manufacturing execution, drive problem-solving and continuous improvement, and build an engaged, high-performing workforce. By leveraging the Medtronic Performance System (MPS) and fostering strong cross-functional collaboration, this role ensures that Boulder remains a world-class operation, meeting patient needs while advancing Medtronic’s mission. Responsibilities
Leadership & Execution: Deliver best-in-class manufacturing performance across safety, quality, cost, and delivery. Model accountability, urgency, and discipline in achieving business goals.
Problem-Solving Excellence: Lead root cause investigations, implement robust corrective actions, and drive a culture of structured problem-solving (DMAIC/Lean).
Talent & Workforce Development: Build and develop a strong leadership pipeline; mentor managers and engineers; champion direct labor engagement to improve morale, retention, and performance.
Operational Excellence: Implement lean manufacturing, GEMBA, and value stream mapping to reduce waste and drive continuous improvement.
Collaboration & Influence: Partner effectively across engineering, supply chain, quality, and other functions to ensure flawless product launches, stable operations, and aligned objectives.
Communication & Engagement: Build trust through transparent communication with employees at all levels. Inspire teams with clarity of purpose and alignment to Medtronic’s mission.
Strategic Operations Management: Oversee budgets, capacity planning, and resource allocation to support growth, business continuity, and innovation.
Culture & Inclusion: Foster an inclusive culture that respects diverse perspectives, empowers employees, and drives engagement on the shop floor.
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
Experienced Sr Manager / Director – with prior site leadership and/or transformation experience required.
Bachelor's degree required.
Minimum of 10 years of relevant progressive Manufacturing Management and Leadership experience within Medical Device or a Regulated Industry with 7+ years of Managerial experience, OR an advanced degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant progressive Manufacturing Management and Leadership experience within Medical Device or a Regulated Industry with 7+ years of Managerial experience.
Nice to Have
Degree in Engineering, Operations or Technical Sciences.
Medical Device Manufacturing experience within a cleanroom environment.
Lean / Six Sigma (DMAIC) Certification.
Proven results applying Lean Manufacturing to improve safety, quality, and cost.
Demonstrated business acumen, including P&L or cost center management.
Experience building and sustaining direct labor engagement programs.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
Inclusive leaders build trust, develop talent, and hold teams accountable.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all organizational levels.
Experience leading large-scale change and drives continuous improvement.
Proven track record in talent development, coaching, and workforce engagement.
Physical Job Requirements
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Benefits & Compensation
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD): $165,600.00 - $248,400.00 This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). This position is eligible for an annual long-term incentive plan. About Medtronic
We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions. Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary. It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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Join us at Medtronic, where bold ideas and decisive leadership are transforming healthcare. If you are driven by purpose, thrive on solving complex challenges, and excel in leading diverse teams, we invite you to join us in creating life-changing medical technology. At Medtronic, we must work with a sense of purpose and ownership, knowing there is a human life on the other side of every decision. This role demands ownership, accountability, and an unwavering focus on execution. Reporting to the Senior Manufacturing Director – Colorado Campus Site Leader, the Manufacturing Director will lead operations at our Boulder, CO facility, a key hub for Surgical Innovations (SI) within the Medical Surgical portfolio. At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We’re working a minimum of 4+ days a week onsite as part of our commitment to direct labor engagement, ensure operational excellence, fostering a culture of professional growth and cross-functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary. This is an on-site leadership role in Boulder, CO. The Boulder facility is a cornerstone of Medtronic’s Surgical Innovations business, manufacturing more than 30 diverse products. These include advanced energy surgical devices, electrosurgical instruments & accessories, ablation products and components for minimally invasive procedures. The Manufacturing Director is responsible for all aspects of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People (SQDCP) performance at the Boulder site. This leader will deliver exceptional manufacturing execution, drive problem-solving and continuous improvement, and build an engaged, high-performing workforce. By leveraging the Medtronic Performance System (MPS) and fostering strong cross-functional collaboration, this role ensures that Boulder remains a world-class operation, meeting patient needs while advancing Medtronic’s mission. Responsibilities
Leadership & Execution: Deliver best-in-class manufacturing performance across safety, quality, cost, and delivery. Model accountability, urgency, and discipline in achieving business goals.
Problem-Solving Excellence: Lead root cause investigations, implement robust corrective actions, and drive a culture of structured problem-solving (DMAIC/Lean).
Talent & Workforce Development: Build and develop a strong leadership pipeline; mentor managers and engineers; champion direct labor engagement to improve morale, retention, and performance.
Operational Excellence: Implement lean manufacturing, GEMBA, and value stream mapping to reduce waste and drive continuous improvement.
Collaboration & Influence: Partner effectively across engineering, supply chain, quality, and other functions to ensure flawless product launches, stable operations, and aligned objectives.
Communication & Engagement: Build trust through transparent communication with employees at all levels. Inspire teams with clarity of purpose and alignment to Medtronic’s mission.
Strategic Operations Management: Oversee budgets, capacity planning, and resource allocation to support growth, business continuity, and innovation.
Culture & Inclusion: Foster an inclusive culture that respects diverse perspectives, empowers employees, and drives engagement on the shop floor.
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
Experienced Sr Manager / Director – with prior site leadership and/or transformation experience required.
Bachelor's degree required.
Minimum of 10 years of relevant progressive Manufacturing Management and Leadership experience within Medical Device or a Regulated Industry with 7+ years of Managerial experience, OR an advanced degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant progressive Manufacturing Management and Leadership experience within Medical Device or a Regulated Industry with 7+ years of Managerial experience.
Nice to Have
Degree in Engineering, Operations or Technical Sciences.
Medical Device Manufacturing experience within a cleanroom environment.
Lean / Six Sigma (DMAIC) Certification.
Proven results applying Lean Manufacturing to improve safety, quality, and cost.
Demonstrated business acumen, including P&L or cost center management.
Experience building and sustaining direct labor engagement programs.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
Inclusive leaders build trust, develop talent, and hold teams accountable.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all organizational levels.
Experience leading large-scale change and drives continuous improvement.
Proven track record in talent development, coaching, and workforce engagement.
Physical Job Requirements
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Benefits & Compensation
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage. Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD): $165,600.00 - $248,400.00 This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). This position is eligible for an annual long-term incentive plan. About Medtronic
We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions. Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary. It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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