SR MGR OPERATIONS At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world. **Job Overview** TE Connectivity's Operations Managers are responsible for the day-to-day operations and short/long-term planning for the groups they manage. They manage manufacturing, production control, engineering, inventory control, EH&S, shipping/receiving, etc. focusing on the development of technologies and continuous improvement and translating customer requirements into state-of-the-art manufacturing strategies and processes. **What your background should look like:** **Key Responsibilities:** 1. Full Site Leadership & Strategy Execution • Lead the manufacturing plant with full accountability for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee engagement. • Develop and execute a site strategy aligned with TE Medical’s global objectives. • Own the P&L for the site, ensuring cost control, productivity improvements, and financial success. • Drive strategic initiatives in automation, Industry 4.0, and digital transformation. 2. Operations & Engineering Leadership • Oversee engineering and manufacturing operations, ensuring best practices in lean manufacturing and Six Sigma. • Improve OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), scrap reduction, cycle times, and throughput. • Lead capacity planning and capital investment decisions to support future business growth. 3. Financial Performance & Cost Efficiency • Ensure budget adherence, cost reductions, and operational efficiencies. • Lead capital planning and investment strategies for plant growth and innovation. • Optimize supply chain coordination to reduce inventory costs and improve material flow. 4. Compliance, Safety & Risk Management • Ensure full regulatory compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, OSHA, and environmental standards. • Create a zero-incident safety culture, partnering with EHS leaders to proactively address risks. • Maintain cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, and facility security. 5. Talent Development & High-Performance Culture • Lead, develop, and mentor site leadership teams. • Drive succession planning and organizational capability development. • Increase employee engagement, retention, and workforce readiness for the future. **Qualifications & Experience:** • 15+ years of experience in plant management, operations, or engineering leadership. • 10+ years of direct people leadership experience, including multi-functional teams. • Medical device, pharmaceutical, or highly regulated industry experience preferred. • Strong P&L and financial acumen, with experience managing multi-million-dollar budgets. • Proven expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, automation, and Industry 4.0 technologies. • Bachelor’s degree required (Engineering, Business, or related field); MBA preferred. **Competencies & Leadership Expectations:** Enterprise Thinking – Align site performance with TE Medical's global strategy. Operational Excellence – Deliver world-class manufacturing performance. People Leadership – Build high-performing teams and drive cultural transformation. Financial Acumen – Manage P&L, budgets, and cost-control initiatives. Innovation & Continuous Improvement – Lead automation and digital transformation efforts. **Competencies** Building Effective Teams Managing and Measuring Work Motivating Others Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers) Location: Heredia, H, CR, 14650 City: Heredia State: H Country/Region: CR Travel: 10% to 25% Requisition ID: 132368 Alternative Locations: Function: Manufacturing TE Connectivity and its subsidiaries, affiliates, and operating units (collectively, the "Company") is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.