Site Head & General Manager,Andover Manufacturing Facility at Straumann Group in Boston, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Straumann Group


Position Title: Site Head & General Manager,Andover Manufacturing Facility

Location/s: Boston (MA), United States

Job Category: Manufacturing

Company: STUM - Straumann US / Manufacturing

Description:

OVERVIEW

Straumann is a global leader in implant, restorative, and regenerative dentistry. Founded in 1954 in Switzerland, Straumann has grown to become a trusted name in dental solutions worldwide. The company is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, and operates in over 80 countries through a broad network of distribution subsidiaries and partners.

Straumann USA, part of the global Straumann Group, has a significant presence in the United States. The Andover site is notable for being Straumann’s first manufacturing unit outside of Switzerland, producing implant system components and instruments. This facility complements the production capabilities of our primary facility in Villeret, Switzerland, and has played a significant role in the company’s expansion and innovation in dental technology.

BACKGROUNDER

The decision to open Straumann’s first manufacturing unit in 2005 outside of Switzerland carried with it the challenge of transplanting the Swiss ethic and cachet to the American workplace. To extend its reach into the US market, Straumann needed a facility that would support administrative, training, and manufacturing functions while maintaining the company's Swiss identity. An existing building was renovated to house the company's US management, as well as a state-of-the-art production and development unit used for manufacturing purposes. The facility includes a 35,000-square-foot training center comprised of multiple operating suites, a simulation laboratory, dental labs, and an auditorium with direct access to an outdoor landscaped courtyard. products.

THE SITE

The manufacturing area allows the company to meet the increasing demand for its products. The facility comprises an 80,000-square-foot production area offering space for 100 machines, 2 CNC floors, in addition to a secondary department including centers for packaging, anodizing, and sanitization.

Andover complements Straumann's current production unit in Villeret, Switzerland, which is also expanding capacity. The new unit is being set up according to the rigorous quality requirements of the Villeret facility to guarantee Straumann Swiss precision -- made in the USA.

The Group's principal production sites for implant components and instruments are in Brazil, Germany, India, Switzerland and the US, while CADCAM prosthetics are milled in Brazil, China, Germany, Japan and the US. Biomaterials are produced in Sweden, digital equipment in Canada and Germany, and clear aligners in the US.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Manufacturing Site Head GM is responsible for the execution of operations in the most customer-focused way in his/her manufacturing site, in full compliance with the standards and regulations governing the manufacture of medical devices, and in a way that is aligned with Straumann Group’s culture and core beliefs. cultural transformation agenda.

This role is also responsible for continuously improving operations and overall plant performance, driving the implementation of operational excellence as well as of the digital transformation on his/her site.

As a member of the Global Manufacturing network lead team, he/she works in close collaboration with other sites in the manufacturing network and supports the global initiatives (e.g., People development, Lean and Culture Journey, ESG, COGS improvements, Digital transformation, Process innovation…).

POSITION SUMMARY:

This executive management position is primarily responsible for managing the Straumann Manufacturing Facility in Andover. The role involves executing the manufacturing strategy and policy, integrating Andover with the broader global production strategy and network, and providing leadership, strategic direction, and business planning for Straumann Manufacturing in Andover. Departments overseen include Quality Management, Manufacturing, Engineering, Facility Management, and Purchasing and Controlling. The Site GM will lead a management team of 7 departmental heads with responsibility for a total workforce of approximately 300 Straumann Manufacturing colleagues.

MAIN TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Customer Focus: Strengthen collaboration with relevant business units and commercial teams to meet and exceed customer expectations.

Operational Excellence: Ensure reliable and compliant daily execution of manufacturing and supply chain operations across all departments, from CNC production to final packaging.

Regulatory Compliance: Maintain full compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS), Quality, and Business Ethics standards in partnership with relevant business units.

Transformation for Growth: Lead transformative changes in manufacturing processes and operations to support the substantial growth of the Straumann Group.

Strategic Planning: Develop and implement a master plan for the manufacturing departments, including workflow design, investment planning, and regulatory compliance.

Process Improvement: Collaborate with Global Manufacturing Engineering teams to standardize equipment and drive process innovation across the manufacturing departments.

Lean Manufacturing: Drive quality performance, efficiencies, and waste reduction through Lean Manufacturing principles.

Innovation Support: Work with relevant business units to deliver product innovations on time and develop new product offerings.

Digital Transformation: Develop and execute a digital transformation roadmap for the manufacturing departments in collaboration with the Operations IT Business partner and other stakeholders.

ESG Commitment: Drive actions to support Straumann’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) commitments within the manufacturing departments.

Talent Development: Foster talent and capability growth within the manufacturing departments and lead the Lean and Culture journey.

Leadership Development: Inspire and develop strong leaders within the manufacturing departments.

Workplace Culture: Work with direct reports to create a “preferred place to work” culture.

International Collaboration: Ability to work as part of an international team and travel to Switzerland for training on products, equipment, and process quality specifications.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Minimum BSEE, with 10+ years of engineering and manufacturing process experience, including at least 8 years in a management position.

Demonstrated team building and leadership skills.

Working knowledge and experience in key operations best practices, including but not limited to Lean, Six Sigma, TQM, self-directed teams, and Kaizen.

Innovative thinker, willing to take product risks while balancing the roadmap for on-time deliverables.

Strong relationship management, strategy development, project management, problem-solving, and change management skills.

Professional and positive approach, self-motivated, strong in building relationships, team player, dynamic, and creative with the ability to work on own initiative.

Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills.

Second language proficiency in French, Portuguese or German is a plus.

Experience in the medical industry is preferred.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Employment Type: Full Time

Alternative Locations: United States : Boston (MA)

Travel Percentage: 0 - 10%

Requisition ID: 16495

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (US applicants only)
Straumann Group is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability unrelated to job requirements. Straumann Group will take affirmative action to ensure that qualified applicants are employed and that employees are treated without regard to their race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran and disability status. In compliance with U.S. Department of Labor Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, and Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Readjustment Assistance Act, Straumann Group has developed and maintains an affirmative action program and plan.

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