CaliBaja Medical Devices Plant Manager

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Plant Manager | Medical Device Manufacturing — CaliBaja Corridor Reference: TNF-PM-2026-038

Snapshot 
A proven medical device plant leader currently running a high-volume FDA-regulated manufacturing site in the Tijuana–San Diego corridor. Open to a confidential conversation about a Plant Manager or Site Director mandate at a medical device manufacturer scaling operations, launching a new facility, or strengthening quality and regulatory performance in the CaliBajaregion.

Why this candidate matters

• Full site accountability for a $250M+ revenue plant with 1,200+ employees across multiple shifts

• Led a greenfield/expansion startup from groundbreaking to full production in under 14 months, hitting volume and yield targets ahead of plan

• Drove the site through FDA, ISO 13485, and MDSAP audits with zero major findings; sustained inspection-readiness as standard operating posture

• Improved overall yield by 15+ points and reduced scrap/rework cost by $8M+ annuallythrough lean and Six Sigma deployment

• Reduced annualized turnover in a tight Tijuana labor market by double digits through retention and workforce-development programs

What sets them apart A bilingual (English/Spanish), bicultural operator who understands the realities of cross-border medical device manufacturing—IMMEX/maquiladora structures, cross-border supply chains, and the talent dynamics of the Baja labor market—while holding the site to U.S. FDA and global quality standards. Equally credible with corporate leadership in San Diego and on the production floor in Tijuana. Known for building stable, engaged teams in an environment where churn typically erodes performance.

Ideal next role A medical device manufacturer—established or newly entering the region—needing a Plant Manager or Site Director to launch a new CaliBaja facility, scale an existing one, execute a turnaround, or elevate quality and regulatory performance while controlling cost and protecting delivery to demanding OEM and customer commitments.

Confidentiality This individual is employed and exploring selectively. Full credentials, references, and a confidential introduction are available to qualified hiring authorities under a retained engagement.