Arthrex

Manager - Manufacturing Engineering - Repair Ops - Medical Devices

Arthrex • $143K — $310K *
Santa Barbara, CA 93101In-Person
Healthcare
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering required.
  • 10 years of relevant experience required.
  • 2 years of supervisory experience required.
  • Knowledge of Manufacturing and Repair processes.
  • Proficient in statistical and analytical techniques for problem-solving (Six Sigma).

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the Engineering team to execute projects and support continuous improvement.
  • Recruit and develop a high-performing engineering team through effective coaching and performance management.
  • Direct the development and sustainment of repair processes and equipment for product repairs.
  • Ensure technical capabilities and documentation are in place for efficient and compliant repair operations.
  • Implement and expand repair lines with process qualification and operational readiness activities.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focusing on quality and productivity using Lean principles.
  • Partner across functions to support product lifecycle management and investigations.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Company-Provided Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Annual Bonus
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 67259Title:Manager - Manufacturing Engineering - Repair Ops - Medical DevicesSalary Range:Salary Minimum: $143,750.00Salary Maximum: $310,500.00

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Lead and manage the Engineering team, ensuring the timely execution of engineering projects, technical support activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing engineering team through effective coaching, performance management, succession planning, and career development.
  • Direct the development, transfer, validation, and sustainment of repair processes, equipment, tooling, and test methods to support product repair and complaint investigations.
  • Ensure repair centers have the technical capabilities, documentation, infrastructure, and engineering support required to maintain efficient, compliant, and reliable repair operations.
  • Lead the implementation, expansion, and transfer of repair lines, including process qualification, validation, capacity planning, and operational readiness activities.
  • Develop and maintain repair procedures, troubleshooting guides, work instructions, test methods, and technical documentation to support standardized repair operations.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, productivity, turnaround time, reliability, and cost through Lean principles and data-driven problem solving.
  • Partner with Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Service, Regulatory, and R&D teams to support product lifecycle management, complaint investigations, corrective actions, and product improvements.
  • Establish and manage diagnostic testing, failure analysis, and investigation strategies for returned and nonconforming products.
  • Support new product introductions by ensuring products are designed for reparability and that repair processes, equipment, tooling, documentation, and training are developed and implemented.
  • Evaluate repair center capabilities, identify operational or technical gaps, and implement solutions to improve performance, quality, and efficiency.
  • Develop and support technical training programs for repair technicians and authorize repair centers as required.
  • Lead cross-functional efforts to resolve complex technical issues, implement corrective and preventive actions, and improve product and process performance.
  • Support monitoring of key performance indicators for repair operations engineering, including quality, productivity, capacity, and cost.
  • Travel up to 20% as required to support repair centers, business partners, and company initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements, quality standards, and company policies while supporting the organization's overall compliance objectives.


Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering required.
  • 10 years of relevant experience required.
  • 2 years of supervisory experience required.


Knowledge and Skill Requirements/Specialized Courses and/or Training:

  • Manufacturing and Repair process knowledge.
  • Technical knowledge in development methodologies, design, and project implementation.
  • Proficiency in assessing the value of new ideas based on technical and financial merits.
  • Expert in the use of statistical and analytical techniques for problem-solving (Six Sigma).


Arthrex Benefits
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Company-Provided Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
  • Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Annual Bonus
  • Wellness Incentive Program
  • Free Onsite Lunch
  • Gym Reimbursement Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Trip of a Lifetime
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Volunteer PTO
  • Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)


Job Details

Date: Sep 1, 2026

Requisition ID: 67259

Salary Range:

Job title: Manager - Manufacturing Engineering - Repair Ops - Medical Devices

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About Arthrex

Arthrex is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. The company's mission is to help surgeons treat their patients better, and the company accomplishes this by providing innovative products and surgical procedures that help surgeons achieve better clinical outcomes. Arthrex has a wide range of products, including devices for sports medicine, foot and ankle, hand and wrist, shoulder and elbow, and orthobiologics. The company also offers medical education programs and resources to help surgeons stay up-to-date with the latest surgical techniques and technologies.
Learn more about Arthrex
Size
14,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Net Income
$500 million
Founded
1981
5 Year Trend
+15%
Revenue
$2.3 billion
* Ladders Estimates

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