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About the Role
This position plays a critical role in overseeing the production lines of advanced medical devices and driving the achievement of quality, efficiency, and safety targets.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage daily operations of the production team, maintaining high morale and productivity
- Drive execution of production plans and ensure achievement of SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost) targets
- Promote continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce costs (leveraging Lean and Six Sigma methodologies)
- Ensure compliance with quality standards (e.g., ISO 13485) and maintain consistent high-quality output
- Uphold safety regulations and policies to maintain a safe and compliant work environment
- Develop team members through coaching, training, and performance management to strengthen organizational capability
- Oversee maintenance and troubleshooting of production equipment
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and other stakeholders to resolve issues and optimize operations
- Analyze production data and lead KPI tracking and improvement initiatives
- Facilitate regular team meetings to promote communication, alignment, and timely problem resolution
- Communicate effectively with global teams in English as required
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing, including at least 3 years in a team leader or supervisory role
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Production, or related field) or equivalent practical experience
- Proven experience in shop floor management (production control, workforce allocation, productivity improvement)
- Strong knowledge and practical experience in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
- Understanding of quality management systems such as ISO 13485
- Basic knowledge and experience in labor management and team leadership
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues, analyze root causes, and implement effective solutions
- Business-level proficiency in Japanese (reading, writing, and speaking)
- Working proficiency in English (able to read/write documents and participate in meetings and basic discussions)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- ISO 13485
- Shop floor management
- Production control
- Workforce allocation
- Productivity improvement
- Labor management
- Team leadership
- Problem-solving
- Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Value Stream Mapping (VSM)
- Kanban
Location
- Japan
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 5+ years of manufacturing experience
- 3+ years in a team leader or supervisory role
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Production, or related field) or equivalent practical experience
Benefits
- Total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities.
- Salary and benefits are everything you’d expect from an organization with global strength and scale.
- Career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration and support.
About the Company
- GE HealthCare is a leading global medical technology and digital solutions innovator.
- Our purpose is to create a world where healthcare has no limits.
- Unlock your ambition, turn ideas into world-changing realities, and join an organization where every voice makes a difference, and every difference builds a healthier world.
Equal Opportunity
- GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer where inclusion matters.
- Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.