Production Director – Medical Device Manufacturing (Cleanroom Environment

Production Director – Medical Device Manufacturing (Cleanroom Environment)

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Industry: Medical Equipment Manufacturing (Class 2 & 3 Devices – Catheters)

Languages Required: Fluent in French (written and spoken)

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Production Director to lead and oversee operations at our medical device manufacturing facility in Val-d'Oise (95). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Class 2 and Class 3 medical devices, particularly catheters, and will be responsible for ensuring operational excellence in a cleanroom environment. This role requires exceptional leadership skills to manage a team of 200 employees, ensuring production efficiency, quality, and compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead, coordinate, and optimize production activities in a cleanroom environment.
2. Ensure compliance with ISO 13485, FDA, and other medical device regulations.
3. Develop and implement strategies for operational excellence, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
4. Supervise and mentor a team of 200 employees, including managers and operators.
5. Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and performance.
6. Ensure adequate training and skill development for the production team.
7. Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to improve productivity and reduce waste.
8. Drive initiatives for preventive and corrective maintenance of production equipment.
9. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement necessary improvements.
10. Guarantee strict adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and regulatory requirements.
11. Work closely with Quality, R&D, and Regulatory teams to maintain high product standards.
12. Oversee audits and inspections from regulatory authorities.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• 15+ years of experience in manufacturing, preferably across multiple companies.
• Strong background in Class 2 and Class 3 medical devices (ideally in catheter production).
• Proven experience in Lean Management and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Deep understanding of preventive and corrective maintenance in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent leadership and team management experience.
• Strong ability to communicate and collaborate effectively in both French.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Management

Industries

Biotechnology Research and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing