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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior Director / Vice President of Manufacturing is a senior leadership role primarily responsible for overseeing, optimizing, and scaling all manufacturing-related functions. This role has a strong hands-on focus on manufacturing execution, production planning, sustaining engineering, and supply chain readiness within a regulated medical device environment.

The position ensures manufacturing excellence across quality, cost, delivery, and compliance, while partnering with R&D and Quality to support product development, transfer, and commercialization. Success is defined by building scalable manufacturing processes, improving efficiency, and ensuring consistent, compliant production to support business growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide executive leadership and direct oversight of all manufacturing operations, including production, assembly, kitting, purchasing, supplier management, and sustaining engineering.
• Develop and execute a manufacturing strategy aligned with company growth, product roadmap, and commercialization timelines.
• Own manufacturing readiness for new product introductions (NPI), including design transfer, process validation, equipment qualification, and scale-up.
• Drive manufacturing efficiency, yield, cost reduction, and capacity planning through Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Establish and maintain best practices for production planning, inventory management, component sourcing, and supplier performance.
• Oversee sustaining engineering activities, including manufacturing engineering, equipment maintenance and qualification, root cause investigations, and product failure analysis.
• Partner closely with R&D to ensure manufacturability, process robustness, and smooth transition from development to production.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to define, implement, and maintain manufacturing and production procedures compliant with FDA, ISO 13485, MDD/MDR, and other applicable international regulations.
• Ensure manufacturing operations consistently meet quality, regulatory, and documentation requirements.
• Lead, mentor, and develop manufacturing managers and staff, fostering accountability, engagement, and a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Establish manufacturing KPIs (e.g., throughput, yield, scrap, on-time delivery, cost) and use data-driven insights to drive performance improvements.
• Manage multiple manufacturing projects and priorities through clear policies, procedures, and systems.
• Serve as the primary manufacturing interface with suppliers, contract manufacturers, auditors, and regulatory agencies, as needed.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

May require domestic and international (including China) travel.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 12–15+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, preferably within the medical device industry. Final leveling (Senior Director or Vice President) will be determined based on experience, scope, and organizational needs.
• At least 7+ years of progressive responsibility leading manufacturing, production, and sustaining engineering teams in a regulated environment.
• Deep working knowledge of FDA, ISO 13485, MDD/MDR, and international manufacturing and quality requirements.
• Proven experience leading manufacturing scale-up, process validation, and product commercialization.
• Strong background in Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and driving measurable improvements in cost, quality, yield, and delivery.
• Demonstrated success in manufacturing transfer from R&D to production and supporting ongoing sustaining activities.
• Experience managing suppliers, component sourcing, and external manufacturing partners.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Quality, Regulatory, and Supply Chain, to resolve manufacturing and production challenges.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to influence across technical and leadership teams.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and NetSuite.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field, or equivalent experience required. Advanced degree desirable.

Annual Base Salary: $200,000 – $290,000 DOE (Depending on Experience)

Location: San Leandro, CA (Onsite, Full-time)

Company Website: Type: Full-time

Medical Instrument Development Laboratories, Inc. (MIDLabs) is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and respectful work environment and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic. Applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Note: This post is for informational purposes only. We are not accepting unsolicited recruiter inquiries at this time.

Midlab is currently searching for an Associate Scientist to join our team.

This position is on-site at Midlab in Athens, TN, which is an easy commute from Chattanooga or Knoxville.

We are a global leader with humble beginnings, and we will never forget that.

Midlab began its journey in 1980 with a simple desire to produce the best cleaning formulations in the industry, while building strong partnerships with customers. 40+ years later, we are one of the leading cleaning product manufacturers in the country, serving a global market and leading the way in product innovation and sustainability.

One of Midlab's unique cultural elements is the entrepreneurial spirit that exists throughout the organization. Our desire to excel and constantly improve is infectious. We truly believe value creation is a key driver that continues to make us stand out.

Manufacturing is just one of the core services we provide. Offering a turnkey approach and going the extra mile to meet our customers' needs is where our true value lies. At Midlab, we offer our customers a variety of efficiency-driven solutions, starting with Research and Development (R&D), compound blending, filling, packaging, quality control, digital printing, Federal Drug Administration (FDA) compliance, global distribution, graphics support, and regulatory assistance. In a nut-shell, we have our customers covered. Couple those strengths with offering products that include top industry certifications, such as Green Seal, EcoLogo, Safer Choice, FDA, and AKC, and it's clear why we lead in our industry.

Working at Midlab is rewarding and challenges each of us to be better, both professionally and personally. We are proud of the culture we've created and we strive to capture it in our core values. Our values are more than just a poster on the wall... they are ingrained in all that we do, including our employee evaluations. Our culture is the biggest reason we continue to recruit and retain the best talent in the country.

Do you like to be challenged, innovate, and be in an environment where you love to come to work daily— all while feeling supported by a team that wants to see you grow professionally and personally? If so, Midlab could be the right place for you!

We look forward to getting to know you and taking your career to the next level with Midlab.

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Associate Scientist Position Summary:

The Associate Chemist is an entry-level professional role designed for a degreed Chemist seeking career growth within a regulated manufacturing environment. This position performs analytical testing, supports quality control and product evaluation activities, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives across Quality and R&D functions.

The role provides structured development toward independent method execution, data evaluation, and technical problem-solving within a cGMP-compliant laboratory environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities, include but are not limited to:

• Perform analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products using established and validated methods.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation including HPLC, FTIR, pH meters, viscometers, titration systems, and other analytical equipment.
• Prepare reagents, standards, and test solutions with appropriate documentation and traceability.
• Accurately document results in laboratory notebooks, reports, or electronic systems in accordance with data integrity requirements.
• Evaluate data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with specifications.
• Assist in method verification, validation, and transfer activities.
• Participate in investigations related to out-of-specification (OOS) or out of trend (OOT) results.
• Support research and development by assisting with formulation development and performance testing.
• Support internal audits and regulatory inspections as needed.
• Support general laboratory operations in inventory management and sample acquisition.
• Maintain high level of laboratory organization, cleanliness, and compliance with safety standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects and process optimization initiatives.
• Crosstrain in quality control testing and provide support during peak production periods.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related scientific field.
• 0–2 years of laboratory experience (internships or academic lab work acceptable).
• Basic knowledge of laboratory techniques, equipment, and safety protocols.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and/or laboratory information management systems (LIMS/ELN) is a plus.
• A willingness to learn and adapt to new procedures and technologies.
• Assist in quality control testing during peak times.

Professional Development Path:

• Advanced analytical instrumentation
• Method validation principles
• Root cause analysis and investigation writing
• Regulatory compliance (21 CFR 210/211 as applicable).
• Cross-functional collaboration with operations and R&D.