Director, Manufacturing; Hybrid

Your opportunity

By joining the Kardium team, you can help make a difference in the lives of millions around the world. We have developed a ground‑breaking medical device for the diagnosis and treatment of atrial fibrillation, the most common heart rhythm disorder.

Kardium’s mission is to deliver the best treatment for atrial fibrillation. To achieve this, we have developed the Globe® Pulsed Field System. We have obtained FDA approval and officially begun the commercial launch. This is a pivotal and exciting time as we bring this life‑changing technology to patients.

This hybrid role is located in Burnaby, BC and provides senior level strategic leadership and oversight for all Kardium manufacturing sites. You will drive operational excellence, maximize efficiency and productivity, and ensure a safe working environment.

• Direct and mentor the team of Plant or Senior Manufacturing Managers across all sites, coaching to improve operational excellence
• Develop long‑range operating plans and strategies and drive initiatives to achieve production growth and commercialization goals
• Build a collaborative, high‑performance culture across all sites, focusing on employee engagement, succession planning, and workforce development
• Standardize workforce training programs to deliver quality and consistency across manufacturing operations
• Provide budgetary responsibility and oversight for manufacturing workforce
• Drive continuous improvement programs using Lean, Kaizen, etc., to improve productivity and stability
• Work closely with Planning, Supply Chain, and Inventory & Logistics to optimize scheduling, manufacturing efficiency, and inventory levels
• Set and monitor key performance indicators (OEE, Utilization, Variance Analysis) to evaluate site performance and implement corrective actions
• Champion a safety‑first culture and ensure compliance with all local environment, health and safety regulations

• Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related technical field
• Minimum 10 years in a senior manufacturing or operations leadership role
• Proven experience scaling manufacturing from low to high commercial volumes
• Demonstrated success implementing continuous improvement and operational scaling strategies
• Previous experience in ISO
  13485 or AS9100 regulated industries is strongly preferred
• Experience managing a cleanroom manufacturing environment is an asset
• Experience developing workforce training and capability programs for production teams
• Excellent analytic, strategic thinking, and operational planning skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong collaboration at all levels

Base salary range: $180,000 – $245,000 CAD annually (plus 5% RRSP contribution). As a permanent employee, you will also participate in Kardium’s stock option plan.

Benefits include comprehensive medical & dental coverage from day 1, work‑day flexibility with 3 personal days per year, RRSP contribution, maternity & adoptive leave support, fertility drug coverage, career progression and learning support, and professional membership support.

• Our Purpose
• Our People
• Our Culture

We embrace diversity and are committed to inclusion and equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and support accommodations during the recruitment process.