Manager, Production

Career-defining. Life-changing.

At iRhythm, you'll have the opportunity to grow your skills and your career while impacting the lives of people around the world. iRhythm is shaping a future where everyone, everywhere can access the best possible cardiac health solutions. Every day, we collaborate, create, and constantly reimagine what's possible. We think big and move fast, driven by our commitment to put patients first and improve lives. We need builders like you. Curious and innovative problem solvers looking for the chance to meaningfully shape the future of cardiac health, our company, and your career

About This Role:

The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for leading and optimizing all aspects of iRhythm's manufacturing operations. This role ensures that production meets company goals for quality, Safety, quantity, cost, and compliance, while fostering a collaborative, safe, and high-performing work environment. The Manufacturing Manager partners cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, HR and other departments to drive continuous improvement, enable new product introductions, and strengthen manufacturing excellence in a regulated medical device environment.

What You Will Be Doing

Operational Leadership

• This role will lead a team of supervisors and individual contributors as direct report staff.
• Plan, direct, and manage all manufacturing activities to achieve company objectives for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and compliance.
• Ensure all operations adhere to FDA, ISO 13485, and other applicable medical device regulations.
• Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations, ensuring that production targets and schedules are met or exceeded.
• Drive initiatives that improve operational efficiency, reduce waste, and increase throughput.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with Human Resources, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Customer Care to align priorities and deliver company goals.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to support New Product Introductions (NPI) and implementation of manufacturing software tools and systems that enhance production performance.
• Work cross-functionally to ensure a seamless transition of new designs and processes into full-scale manufacturing.

Production Planning & Execution

• Manage production scheduling to meet Plan vs. Actual (P vs. A) targets and customer demand.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain to plan and manage inventory levels, ensuring material availability while minimizing excess.
• Lead standardization, cost reduction (Cost per Unit - CPU), and ERP optimization initiatives to improve process control and data visibility.
• Manage department budgets based on Annual Operation Plans (AOP).

Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement cost-effective process improvements that enhance product quality, productivity, and efficiency.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Champion the use of data-driven decision-making to monitor performance metrics and optimize workflow.

People Leadership & Development

• Ensure manufacturing teams are appropriately staffed, trained, and equipped to meet quality and production standards.
• Promote a culture of employee engagement, collaboration, and accountability across all levels.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and career development opportunities to build a strong and motivated team.
• Encourage participation in training programs, educational workshops, and continuous learning opportunities.

Safety & Compliance

• Maintain a safe and compliant work environment by ensuring adherence to all EHS (Environmental Health and Safety) standards.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through regular audits, training, and employee engagement initiatives.

iRhythm Leadership Competencies

This role is expected to model the following leadership competencies and behaviors to achieve operational and strategic success:

Attracting and Developing Talent

• Foster a Learning Culture: Encourage continuous skill-building through training, mentorship, and stretch opportunities.
• Develop Self & Team: Create structured growth and feedback mechanisms for team members.
• Build Agile Teams: Ensure the team is adaptable, cross-trained, and equipped to meet evolving business demands.

Driving Results

• Execute with Discipline: Translate strategic priorities into actionable operational plans.
• Ensure Accountability: Set measurable goals and review progress regularly to ensure alignment and performance.
• Prioritize for Impact: Focus resources on initiatives that deliver the highest value to patients and the business.

Collaborating

• Foster Engagement: Build strong partnerships across functions and encourage open communication.
• Promote Transparency: Share information clearly and frequently to align objectives across departments.
• Manage Performance: Provide ongoing coaching and feedback to strengthen team capability and ownership.

Acting with Urgency

• Commit to Action: Make timely decisions that balance risk and impact.
• Be Proactive: Anticipate challenges and remove barriers before they escalate.
• Be a Change Advocate: Lead change initiatives by communicating purpose, vision, and benefits effectively.

Thinking Strategically

• Clarify What Matters Most: Ensure team priorities support organizational strategy and patient impact.
• Bring Innovative Solutions: Encourage creative approaches to problem-solving and process enhancement.
• Take Calculated Risks: Make informed decisions that drive innovation and continuous improvement.

What We Need To See

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field (Master's preferred).
• 10+ years of related manufacturing operations experience and minimum of 5 years of management experience with large spans of control (20-20 direct reports). Experience with supervisor-level direct reports also required preferably in the medical device or regulated industry.
• Proven success in managing large-scale production teams and delivering measurable improvements in efficiency, quality, and cost. Automation Implementation & PCBA Testing experience desired.

Skills & Competencies

• Deep understanding of medical device manufacturing processes, quality systems (ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR Part 820), and Lean methodologies.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., QAD, SAP, Oracle, or equivalent).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to work effectively across organizational boundaries.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through influence and foster a culture of transparency, collaboration, and excellence.

Work Environment

This position is on-site and requires regular presence on the manufacturing floor to support production teams and resolve issues in real time. Occasional travel may be required to other iRhythm sites or supplier locations.

Location: Orange County, CA

FSLA Status: Exempt

As a part of our core values, we ensure a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome and celebrate people of all backgrounds, experiences, skills, and perspectives. iRhythm Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/V/D). Pursuant to San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment all qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Make iRhythm your path forward.

Location:
Orange County

Actual compensation may vary depending on job-related factors including knowledge, skills, experience, and work location.

Estimated Pay Range
$100,000.00 - $130,000.00

As a part of our core values, we ensure an inclusive workforce. We welcome and celebrate people of all backgrounds, experiences, skills, and perspectives. iRhythm Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with all applicable laws.

iRhythm provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in job application procedures, including those who may have any difficulty using our online system. If you need such an accommodation, you may contact us at taops@irhythmtech.com

About iRhythm Technologies
iRhythm is a leading digital healthcare company that creates trusted solutions that detect, predict, and prevent disease. Combining wearable biosensors and cloud-based data analytics with powerful proprietary algorithms, iRhythm distills data from millions of heartbeats into clinically actionable information. Through a relentless focus on patient care, iRhythm's vision is to deliver better data, better insights, and better health for all.

Make iRhythm your path forward. Zio, the heart monitor that changed the game.

There have been instances where individuals not associated with iRhythm have impersonated iRhythm employees pretending to be involved in the iRhythm recruiting process, or created postings for positions that do not exist. Please note that all open positions will always be shown here on the iRhythm Careers page, and all communications regarding the application, interview and hiring process will come from a @irhythmtech.com email address. Please check any communications to be sure they come directly from @irhythmtech.com email address. If you believe you have been the victim of an imposter or want to confirm that the person you are communicating with is legitimate, please contact taops@irhythmtech.com. Written offers of employment will be extended in a formal offer letter from an @irhythmtech.com email address ONLY.

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Client-provided location(s): Santa Ana, CA

Job ID: irhythm-JR811

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-11-15T19:08:01