Core Team Operations Representative (CTOR)- Endo

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The Endoscopy Operating Unit develops minimally invasive technologies used in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures across gastroenterology, pulmonology, and surgical specialties. Within this organization, the Product Development Program Manager / Core Team Operations Representative (CTOR) serves as the primary Operations leader supporting new product development programs and ensuring successful transfer of products into manufacturing. This role is based onsite at the Medtronic campus in Lafayette, Colorado. The position partners closely with Product Development, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, and external manufacturing partners to establish and execute operations strategies that support product commercialization. Domestic and international travel up to 25% may be required based on program needs.

The Core Team Operations Representative (CTOR) leads Operations execution for new product development programs from concept through commercialization. This role serves as the primary Operations representative on cross-functional core teams, driving manufacturing strategy, process development, design transfer activities, and readiness for product launch. The position requires collaboration across multiple Operations functions to achieve program objectives related to cost, quality, schedule, and manufacturability.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead Operations activities for new product development programs as the primary Operations representative on cross-functional core teams.
• Develop and execute manufacturing strategies, including site selection, capacity planning, capital planning, and contract manufacturer engagement.
• Direct extended Operations teams to deliver program milestones, budgets, and launch readiness objectives.
• Manage Operations project metrics, including predicted product cost, manufacturing yield, and operational readiness measures.
• Develop design transfer plans, reports, and documentation required for product commercialization.
• Drive manufacturing process development, validation planning, equipment selection, and scale-up activities.
• Align Supply Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Packaging, Sterilization, Distribution, and Supply Chain functions to program objectives.
• Ensure compliance with new product development processes, regulatory requirements, and operational excellence methodologies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing and/or product development OR advanced degree with 3+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing and/or product development.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects or programs within product development or manufacturing environments.
• Experience developing and implementing manufacturing strategies, process development, or design transfer activities.
• Experience working in regulated industries with documented process and quality requirements.
• Experience influencing stakeholders and driving execution across multiple functions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering or Master of Business Administration.
• Medical device product development and/or manufacturing experience.
• Experience across the full product lifecycle from concept through commercialization.
• Six Sigma Green Belt, Design for Six Sigma (DFSS), or Design Robustness Methodology (DRM) certification.
• Experience with manufacturing process validation, Lean Manufacturing, and problem-solving methodologies.