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Senior Operations Manager- Medical Device- Bedford, MA

Bedford, Massachusetts Permanent USD175,000 - USD200,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior Operations Manager to lead and elevate our manufacturing and operational execution during a period of significant growth. This is a unique opportunity to join a mission driven organization where your impact will be visible, your voice will be heard, and your leadership will directly shape the future of the business. This role is intentionally designed as a succession opportunity.
  • Role is meant as a succession plan to the VP of Operations
  • Small facility achieving record Q2 revenue performance

About Our Client

An innovative medical technology organization focused on developing advanced solutions that help practitioners address visible signs of aging.

Job Description

  • Lead daily manufacturing and operational activities to ensure quality, delivery, compliance, and customer commitments are consistently achieved.
  • Manage internal production operations, contract manufacturing partners, production testing, facilities, and operational support functions.
  • Develop and implement scalable processes, systems, and KPIs to support continued organizational growth.
  • Drive operational excellence through Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and data driven decision making.
  • Partner closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Regulatory, and Product Development teams to support product launches and ongoing operations.
  • Lead production planning, schedule attainment, material readiness, and operational execution to meet business objectives.
  • Build strong relationships with manufacturing partners and ensure performance, quality, and delivery expectations are met.
  • Maintain a hands on leadership presence on the production floor while fostering a culture of accountability, urgency, and teamwork.
  • Work directly with executive leadership to help shape and execute the company's operational strategy.
  • Grow into the organization's future Operations Leadership role as the business continues to scale.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Operations Manager should have:

  • 5+ years of manufacturing operations leadership experience in a regulated or highly controlled environment.
  • Demonstrated success improving manufacturing performance, efficiency, quality, and delivery metrics.
  • Strong experience managing contract manufacturers and external production partners.
  • A hands on leadership style with the willingness to spend time on the production floor solving problems and supporting the team.
  • Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and data driven decision making.
  • The ability to build scalable operational processes and infrastructure within a growing organization.
  • Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence teams across all levels of the organization.
  • A desire to take on increasing levels of responsibility and ultimately lead operations at the executive level.

What's on Offer

  • A clear and defined pathway to becoming the organization's future Operations Leader.
  • Direct exposure to and mentorship from executive leadership.
  • The opportunity to play a critical role in shaping the future of a rapidly growing company.
  • Significant ownership and decision making authority.
  • The ability to build and implement operational strategies that directly impact company success.
  • A collaborative, entrepreneurial environment where ideas are valued and execution matters.
  • The opportunity to lead transformational initiatives across manufacturing, supply chain, and operations.
  • Competitive compensation package including base salary, performance incentives, and comprehensive benefits.
  • Long term career growth unmatched by traditional large corporate environments.
Contact
Jack Donahue
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7065071

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Operations Management
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
Bedford
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jack Donahue
Job Reference
JN-072026-7065071