Manager, Operations Maintenance

Manager, Operations Maintenance

At iRhythm, you'll have the opportunity to grow your skills and your career while impacting the lives of people around the world. iRhythm is shaping a future where everyone, everywhere can access the best possible cardiac health solutions. Every day, we collaborate, create, and constantly reimagine what's possible. We think big and move fast, driven by our commitment to put patients first and improve lives.

We need builders like you. Curious and innovative problem solvers looking for the chance to meaningfully shape the future of cardiac health, our company, and your career.

The primary role of the Operations Maintenance Manager is to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the equipment maintenance program at iRhythm facilities. This role will manage a team of Manufacturing Technicians, oversee preventative maintenance (PM) programs (i.e. Facilities/Manufacturing), improve equipment PM scheduling, response to line-down situations, spare parts availability, and manage staff performance.

Job Responsibilities Include

Operational Leadership

• Lead the maintenance team ensuring all critical manufacturing and facility equipment operates at peak reliability and compliance standards.
• Oversee preventative maintenance (PM) programs, ensuring scheduling effectiveness, timely execution, and minimal production disruption.
• Manage technical resources — including personnel, equipment, and tools — to meet organizational goals for safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Prioritize maintenance response to line-down situations and drive rapid, root-cause-based recovery actions.
• Ensure all operations adhere to FDA, ISO 13485, and other applicable medical device and environmental regulations.
• Responsible for developing and/or revising SOP's/DOP's and owning quality improvement initiatives (i.e. CAPA, NC, Audit Findings etc.).
• Equipment Reliability & Planning
• Maintain and continuously improve equipment uptime by developing robust PM and calibration programs.
• Monitor and analyze maintenance KPIs to identify trends, predict potential failures, and implement corrective actions proactively.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Engineering teams to maintain optimal critical spare parts inventory and manage vendor relationships effectively.
• Lead failure mode analysis and corrective/preventive maintenance activities to enhance asset reliability and lifespan.
• Manage department budgets in alignment with Annual Operating Plans (AOP) and continuous improvement initiatives.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Facilities, and Engineering teams to ensure maintenance priorities align with operational objectives.
• Provide technical guidance and support during new equipment installations, validations, and process changes.
• Collaborate with QA, EHS, and Regulatory teams to maintain documentation accuracy and readiness for internal or external audits.
• Communicate equipment and facility status updates regularly to internal stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment across functions.
• Continuous Improvement
• Identify opportunities to reduce PM costs, improve response time, and enhance maintenance efficiency using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Develop and revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to strengthen maintenance consistency and compliance.
• Apply data-driven decision-making to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime.
• Champion initiatives to automate monitoring, streamline work order management, and modernize maintenance systems (e.g., CMMS tools).
• People Leadership & Development
• Supervise and mentor a team of Manufacturing Technicians and maintenance personnel, fostering a culture of accountability and professional growth.
• Ensure all staff receive proper training and are equipped to perform maintenance duties safely and effectively.
• Provide regular feedback, recognition, and performance coaching to promote engagement and development.
• Support continuous learning and technical skill advancement within the maintenance organization.

Safety & Compliance

• Maintain a safe work environment by ensuring adherence to all Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) standards and company…