What are the responsibilities and job description for the Site General Manager (Bartlett, TN) position at Olympus Corporation of the Americas?
Workplace Flexibility: Onsite
For more than 100 years, Olympus has focused on making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling.
Every day, we live by our philosophy, True to Life, by advancing medical technologies and elevating the standard of patient care so people everywhere can fulfill their desires, dreams, and lives.
Our five Core Values empower us to achieve Our Purpose:
Patient Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Impact and Empathy.
Learn more about Life at Olympus.
Job Description
The position holder is responsible for the financial and operational management of the Manufacturing Site, overseeing manufacturing operations and, where applicable, repair operations. This includes providing direct and indirect leadership to all site functions to ensure efficient and effective operations.
Job Duties
- Create local financial and operational plans in alignment with regional management directives.
- Translate regional and site objectives into clear SMART goals based on guidance from the Head of Regional Manufacturing.
- Monitor operational and financial results against budget and plans, implementing countermeasures when needed.
- Ensure all activities comply with quality management, health and safety, legal, and environmental regulations, while demonstrating a duty of care.
- Continuously promote high standards by driving performance, change initiatives, innovation, and positive behaviors.
- Deliver results by setting clear priorities and expectations, allocating resources effectively, and overcoming obstacles.
- Continuously enhance operational performance (SQCDE) based on KPI targets.
- Oversee financial cost management for the site.
- Implement and execute global and regional manufacturing strategies at the site level.
- Collaborate with stakeholders and customers to meet expectations.
- Drive organizational and talent development, with a focus on leadership capabilities.
- Champion the company’s core values, promoting best practices and ethical behavior.
- Ensure the successful launch of new products.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives across all site processes.
- Ensure adherence to laws, rules, and regulations, appointing appropriate managers in compliance with regional/national legal requirements.
- Contribute to the development of local communities and enhance the company's reputation through participation in external organizations in relevant regions.
Job Qualifications
Required:
- Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Business Administration).
- 10 years of experience in a manufacturing or similar environment, preferably in medical device manufacturing or other regulated industries.
- 5 years of management experience, overseeing multiple direct reports.
- Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams within complex matrix organizations.
- Strong background in LEAN methodologies, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
- Expertise in organizational development, talent management, and leadership growth.
Preferred:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to present complex information clearly and effectively to audiences with varying technical expertise.
- Strong collaboration skills and a team-oriented mindset.
- Highly organized with strong planning and scheduling abilities.
- Logical and structured approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to motivate teams and drive high performance.
- Strong financial and commercial acumen.
- Proven leadership skills in managing and engaging technical teams.
- Ability to drive organizational change and gain credibility at senior levels.
- Professional, considerate, and ethical in all interactions.
- Decision-making based on logical reasoning and sound judgment.
- Works well both independently and as part of a team.
- Self-motivated with strong organizational and time-management skills.
Why join Olympus?
We offer a holistic employee experience supporting personal and professional well-being through meaningful work, equitable offerings, and a connected culture.
Equitable Offerings you can count on:
Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k)* with company matchComprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage effective on start date
24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Free live and on-demand Wellbeing Programs
Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance*
12 Paid Holidays
On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center**
Connected Culture you can embrace:
Work-life integrated culture that supports an employee centric mindsetOffers onsite, hybrid and field work environments
Paid volunteering and charitable donation/match programs
Employee Resource Groups
Dedicated Training Resources and Learning & Development Programs
Paid Educational Assistance
US Only
**Center Valley, PA and Westborough, MA
Are you ready to be a part of our team?
Learn more about our benefit and incentives.
The anticipated base pay range for this full-time position working at this location is $158,600.00 - $237,899.00 / year, plus potential for annual bonus (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements). Olympus considers a variety of factors when determining actual compensation for this position including: level of experience, working location, and relevant education and certifications.
At Olympus, we are committed to Our Purpose of making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. As a global medical technology company, we partner with healthcare professionals to provide best-in-class solutions and services for early detection, diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes by elevating the standard of care in targeted disease states.
For more than 100 years, Olympus has pursued a goal of contributing to society by producing products designed with the purpose of delivering optimal outcomes for its customers around the world.
Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Olympus employs more than 31,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries and regions. Olympus Corporation of the Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Olympus Corporation, is headquartered in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, USA, and employs more than 5,200 employees throughout locations in North and South America. For more information, visit www.olympusamerica.com.
You Belong at Olympus
We value a workforce that reflects a wide range of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We foster an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. And we provide employees with equal access to opportunities for growth and development.
Applicants Requesting Accommodations: Olympus is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Olympus will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact OCAAccommodations@olympus.com. If your disability impairs your ability to email, you may call our HR Compliance Manager at 1-888-Olympus (1-888-659-6787).
Let’s realize your potential, together.
It is the policy of Olympus to extend equal employment and advancement opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship status, religious creed (including dress and grooming practices), age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth and/or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability (physical or mental) and/or a medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or service in the uniformed services, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Posting Notes: || United States (US) || Tennessee (US-TN) || Bartlett || Manufacturing & Repair
Salary : $158,600 - $237,899
