Plant Manager

About Us

Brasseler USA is a world-class healthcare organization with a culture that values all people and experiences. We encourage different perspectives, leading to better results and a welcoming environment where team members can balance their lives and develop their careers. Our philosophy centers on quality products sold with integrity, and we have been providing high-quality, clinician-endorsed dental and medical instrumentation for over 40 years. Many of our products are manufactured at our headquarters in Savannah, GA.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and results-oriented Plant Manager to oversee all aspects of our manufacturing operations in Savannah, Georgia. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing and a proven track record of leadership and operational excellence. This role will ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant production of high-quality dental and medical devices while driving a culture of operational excellence through Lean and other continuous improvement techniques. The position will also lead site growth initiatives and investment strategy execution.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the strategic growth of the manufacturing facility, partnering with business partners and the Henry Schein Manufacturing global organization to support business growth and supply chain excellence.
• Plan strategic investment at the site to enable growth and future manufacturing initiatives; present business cases to drive investment.
• Provide site oversight for production and operations management, including:
  • Directing site leadership and teams on production output, product quality, and on-time shipping in a metric-driven operation.
  • Ensuring all manufacturing activities comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), FDA regulations, and other relevant industry standards.
  • Designing effective resource allocation to achieve production goals.
• Build organizational capabilities and talent to support current and future business requirements.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and manage the plant's budget, including labor, materials, and operational expenses; identify and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality or safety.
• Prepare and present financial and operational reports for leadership.
• Work closely with the Quality Assurance team to ensure all products meet or exceed regulatory and customer requirements; lead and participate in regulatory audits and inspections.

Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in regulated manufacturing and supply chain operations.
• Proven leadership and management skills in a high-growth and dynamic environment.
• Ability to manage relationships across a matrix reporting structure.
• Record of successfully introducing and implementing strategic initiatives in a manufacturing/supply chain environment (preferred).
• Budgeting and forecasting experience required.
• Analytical skills for data review and process optimization.
• Typically 10 or more years of increasing responsibility and complexity in professional experience; 3 or more years of management experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or global equivalent in a related discipline (required).
• Master's degree or global equivalent (a plus).

Skills

• Excellent management and leadership skills; ability to attract, retain, motivate, develop, and mentor high-performing teams.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills; ability to resolve disputes effectively.
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills.
• Independent decision-making, analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and act on financial information to contribute to business profitability.
• Project management skills: plan, manage complex projects, develop timelines, budgets, and assign responsibilities.
• Lead teams to achieve company goals and solve complex business issues creatively and effectively.
• Strong planning, organizational, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior management and key stakeholders.
• Ability to influence, build relationships, understand organizational complexities, manage conflict, and navigate politics.
• Broad and wide-ranging professional and managerial skills with a full understanding of industry practices and company policies.
• Ability to lead and develop virtual teams.
• Proficiency in multiple technical and business skills.

Schedule & Location

This role is based in Savannah, GA. Travel is typically less than 10%. The work environment is an office setting with no special physical demands required.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.
• 401K Plan with Company Match.
• Generous Time Off.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Income Protection.
• Work Life Assistance Program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Educational Benefits.
• Worldwide Scholarship Program and Volunteer Opportunities.

Benefits may vary by location or status.