Senior Manufacturing Manager - Medical Device - Hudson, MA

The Senior Manager will oversee day-to-day pilot manufacturing, partner closely with engineering and quality functions, and establish the operational rigor necessary to drive successful product development and manufacturing readiness. The ideal candidate is a strong manufacturing leader who brings technical depth, sound judgment, and the ability to build structure and predictability within a fast-paced medical device environment.Client DetailsMy client is a growing Medical Device manufacturer based out of the Hudson, MA area. They are seeking a Senior Manufacturing Manager who will ensure new products can be manufactured consistently, with well-defined processes, robust documentation, and dependable execution, before transitioning to larger-scale production.DescriptionThe Senior Manufacturing Manager will:Lead internal pilot manufacturing operations supporting development, validation, and early production buildsEnsure disciplined, consistent execution of build schedules with clear accountabilityPartner with Process Engineering to define stable, repeatable manufacturing processesEnsure documentation, work instructions, and readiness criteria are complete prior to each buildSupport new product introduction by managing the transition from engineering development into manufacturingCollaborate with Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering to maintain alignment and uphold product qualityBuild, mentor, and manage a team of manufacturing leads, engineers, and operatorsProvide leadership with clear visibility into build performance, risks, and areas for operational improvementProfileThe Senior Manufacturing Manager should have the following qualifications: 8-12+ years of experience in manufacturing or operations (medical device highly preferred)Demonstrated experience leading teams in regulated manufacturing environmentsStrong understanding of manufacturing processes, documentation systems, and quality frameworksProven success collaborating across engineering, quality, and operationsStrong problem-solving capabilities and operational leadership skillsExperience with new product introduction (NPI) or pilot manufacturingBackground in catheter manufacturing or other complex medical devicesFamiliarity with ISO 13485 requirements or FDA-regulated manufacturingJob OfferCompetitive compensation Paid time off Health benefits401k with company matchGreat company culture with room for career growth!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.