Carr Director Operations - Clearwater, Fl

About Us
CARR Biosystems is a growing business providing critical technology for cutting-edge life science innovations. Our customers are inventing tomorrow’s solutions to treat and cure disease, and our centrifuge technology is enabling it. We’re part of a $3 billion parent company (Barry-Wehmiller) where culture is a priority. Our goal is to have performance and people in harmony – and we believe work should be fun, we should inspire our teammates, and each team member is someone’s precious child. We feel it’s a unique opportunity to build the future of CARR Biosystems. If this excites you, please read on…
Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

CARR is a growing business providing critical technology for cutting-edge life science innovations. Our customers are inventing tomorrow’s technology to treat and cure disease, and our centrifuge technology is enabling it. We’re backed by a $3B parent (Barry Wehmiller) where culture is a priority. Our goal is to have performance and people in harmony – and we believe work should be fun, we should inspire our teammates, and each team member is someone’s precious daughter or son. We feel it’s a unique opportunity to build the future of CARR. If this excites you, please read on…
CARR Director Operations (full-time in office, Clearwater, FL)
What You’ll Do

• Establish and review KPIs thoughtfully to gain insights into the team’s performance and inspire operational excellence through continuous improvement.
• Your leader in this role will be Joel Williams (President of CARR).
• Focus on business P&L and contribute to Executive Leadership Team (ELT) effectiveness for the business’s overall health.
• Ensure optimum utilization of overall capacity within the facility and drive processes to improve the team’s productivity.
• Lead site operations (manufacturing, engineering, project mgmt.) for our Clearwater, FL headquarters to achieve growth targets, deliver products on time and within budget, and implement new product manufacturing while achieving high-quality standards and customer satisfaction.
• Assume a hands-on style to operational leadership that emphasizes teamwork and collaboration with a strong customer focus. Inspire accountability for results (safety, quality, efficiency/cost, and timely shipments) and support developing individuals to assume greater responsibility and personal contribution. 6. Maximize operational efficiency – create a culture of continuous improvement where all team members are empowered to effect change.
• Work closely with cross-functional leaders (marketing, sales, strategy, finance, & supply chain) to form and execute a vision for operations to support profitable and sustainable growth. Close partnership with finance will be key to delivering financial results.

Experience most likely to have prepared you for this role:

• Team members: Communicate effectively, Focus on the customer, Drive results, Instill trust, Optimize work process
• A proven track record of identifying and improving operations (using Lean and Continuous Improvement methodologies) to deliver improved margins
• Leaders: Are self-aware, Develop talent, Direct work, Drive engagement, Lead with vision & purpose, Ensure accountability, Leverage business insight, Manage complexity, Plan and align, Value differences
• Strong communicator (verbal/written) that presents complex material in a concise, compelling, and positive way
• Professional demeanor with a strong work ethic
• Proficient in leveraging data/insights to identify opportunities, inform decisions, and design efficient team processes
• 10+ years’ experience leading Engineering or Operations, including people management and budget responsibility.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Business, Engineering or relevant discipline is desired, MBA is a plus
• Experience building and leading Operations programs and teams; experience in capital equipment, or complex systems manufacturing is desired
• Understanding of and experience with cGMP regulations as pertains to suppliers to the Bioprocessing industry
• Live and lead in a way consistent with Barry-Wehmiller cultural commitments:

The Following Competencies Will Differentiate You From Other Candidates

• Entrepreneurial, flexible, with willingness to roll up their sleeves, High degree of intellectual curiosity, honesty, and capability
• Competitive spirit and drive to win. Strong initiative, internal motivation, and an unrelenting focus on results
• Openness to feedback and coaching with a strong orientation towards continual learning and improvement; ability to solicit, accept and provide direct feedback without defensiveness

ADA Requirements

• Stand, walk, bend, reach or otherwise move about regularly.
• Occasional exposure to typical manufacturing production physical hazards.
• Typically sits, grasps items, and performs keyboarding for regular operation of a computer.
• Domestic and International travel by air and/or car – ~10-15% of the time.
• Lift, move, or otherwise transfer items up to 30 lbs. occasionally.

At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.
Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.
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CARR Biosystems