Production Manager

Production ManagerManage the Specimen Management department areas (including Accessioning, Tech Ops, Referrals) to process specimens and on-time hand off to internal customers and with focus on quality, compliance, and productivity. The incumbent will own and ensure adequate workflow of specimens from sample of drop off through the time of transfer to the testing areas.The role is responsible for monitoring performance metrics across all areas, managing priorities, ensuring effective communications between all area leaders through various daily management mechanisms, ensuring timely escalation in case of equipment downtime, and detecting and communicating potential cost saving ideas or process improvements. The ideal candidate must have strong people leadership skills, robust problem-solving experience within a fast-paced setting, data-based decision-making abilities, and be highly organized.Additionally, the candidate must ensure maintenance of a safe, ergonomically sound, professional environment.ResponsibilitiesMust have the mental alertness and high energy required to appropriately perform the job.The ability to effectively work with other departments to resolve problems. Must have interpersonal skills to gain cooperation with other departments and foster continuous improvements.Demonstrate excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, and is able to manage client concerns, technical department and employees in a professional manner.Make independent decisions and exercise consistent sound judgment.Capable of handling multiple priorities in a high-volume setting.Able to organize and lead projects within the work group and with cross functional groups. Required to give presentations and speak in front of groups.QualificationsRequired Work Experience:Minimum of 8 years laboratory experience with at least 4 years of direct supervisory experience in the clinical or anatomical pathology laboratory.Preferred Work Experience:Medical or production background preferredSkills and Competencies:Proven people and project leadership skillsMust be detail and quality oriented and data drivenAbility to work independently, as well as multi-task as necessaryExperience working in a regulated industry– Highly desirableStrong performance management and people development experienceMust have high energy and positivity to drive the team through issues if they occur.Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Desirable- Power BIPersonal Traits:Servant Leader with excellent communication & listening skillsCoaching / mentor demeanorStrong cross-functional collaborator and interpersonal skillsStrong problem-solving and continuous improvement / Lean skills – Highly desirableHighly self-driven / motivatedExcellent listening skillsBias to results / Change agentEDUCATION Bachelor's Degree (Required)EEOEqual Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.