Manufacturing Manager

The Company

Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed. To unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. Here we are 25 years later, having pioneered an industry. And we're just getting started. We are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health. That means personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges. To continue what we've started: Improving human health.

We are driven by thousands of ambitious, passionate people worldwide who are willing to fight like warriors to earn the trust of our customers by listening, serving with integrity, thinking big, and being dependable. We've already changed millions of lives and we're ready to change millions more. Our future ambition is to become a leading consumer health technology company while continuing to develop solutions for serious health conditions. We'll get there by constantly reinventing unique biosensing-technology experiences. Though we've come a long way from our small company days, our dreams are bigger than ever. The opportunity to improve health on a global scale stands before us.

Meet the Team

The Ireland Manufacturing team is actively seeking the right teammate to support the stand up of production in our Ireland factory as a Manager in Manufacturing.

As a Manufacturing Manager, you will lead and coordinate a Manufacturing team operating in one of our Business Units, that operates 24/7.  This position will set goals, establish priorities, manage resources, develop concepts and approaches, review production performance and results, and make decisions to ensure production deliverables are achieved.  This job spends a significant amount of time leading a production team.

Where you come in:

• Plan, coordinate, and control manufacturing processes to ensure products are delivered on time and within budget.

• Lead, mentor, and develop production staff to achieve operational goals and maintain a positive work environment that operates to Dexcom’s desired behaviours. Focus on development of the individuals on the team for the benefit of the individual and Dexcom.

• Responsible for addressing people’s performance issues and conflict resolutions if they arise.

• Monitor production KPIs and implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimise productivity and reduce waste.

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies at all times.

• Collaborate with quality assurance, maintenance, and supply chain teams to resolve issues and support smooth operations.

• Prepare and manage production schedules, resource allocation, and inventory levels.

• Analyse production data and prepare regular reports for senior management.

• Drive implementation of lean manufacturing principles and best practices.

• Have deep technical knowledge to help drive resolution of challenges.

This list contains tasks that are typically associated with the job.  It is not all-inclusive and Dexcom may, depending on the specific nature of the position, modify these tasks and/or identify additional tasks, based on business needs.

What makes you successful:

• You will lead, motivate, and develop high-performing production teams, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.

• You will maximise production performance by driving quality, efficiency, and cost optimisation.

• You collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams to deliver on shared business objectives.

• You set clear goals and deliverables, providing regular feedback and structured development plans to support individual growth.

• You plan and organise production activities, ensuring optimal resource allocation and on-time delivery.

• You identify issues quickly and apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills to implement effective solutions in fast-paced environments.

• You communicate clearly and professionally with employees, suppliers, and senior stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.

• You maintain a high level of attention to detail, ensuring consistent adherence to quality standards and processes.

• You demonstrate strong technical knowledge of manufacturing operations, equipment, and health and safety requirements.

• You manage budgets and control costs while optimising resource utilisation to meet financial targets.

• You adapt quickly to changing production demands and respond effectively to unexpected challenges.

Education Requirements:

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree, along with 8–12 years of experience in the manufacturing industry and 2–5 years of prior team management experience.

Preferred qualifications include:

• CER Manufacturing experience essential, automation environment an advantage.

• Medical device industry experience.

• Experience with start-up & scale-up organizations.

• Experience working in a Digital Factory.

• Six Sigma Black Belt.

What you’ll get:

• A front row seat to life changing CGM technology. Learn about our brave #dexcomwarriors community.

• A full and comprehensive benefits program.

• Growth opportunities on a global scale.

• Access to career development through in-house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement.

• An exciting and innovative, industry-leading organization committed to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.

Travel Required:

• 0-10%

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