Hiring a director of production for a medical device or dental manufacturer
We recruit directors of production who lead manufacturing teams and output for medical device and dental manufacturers.
What a director of production does
The director of production runs manufacturing. They plan and schedule production, manage output, cost and quality with the people on the floor, work with quality and regulatory teams so the work meets the standards that apply to the product, and lead supervisors and managers. They report to a VP of operations, a general manager or the executive team.
Typical territory: Usually a single manufacturing site, sometimes several.
Also called: Production Director, Director of Manufacturing, Head of Production. Job titles vary by company, and we recruit at this level whatever the title is.
What we screen for
- Production they have led at a similar scale and product type.
- Working knowledge of quality system requirements for medical or dental products.
- Results in output, cost and quality that we verify in references.
- Experience leading supervisors and managers.
Common hiring mistakes
- Hiring for the title instead of the product, volume and process involved.
- Overlooking how the role works with quality, regulatory and supply chain teams.
- Underestimating how long a senior manufacturing hire takes to settle in.
What hiring leaders say
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Questions hiring managers ask
Do you recruit manufacturing leaders?
Yes. We recruit directors of production and operations for medical device and dental manufacturers.
Are these searches confidential?
Often they need discretion. We agree how to handle it before we begin.
Do you recruit for dental manufacturers?
Yes, as well as medical device manufacturers.
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- How we recruit
Tell us about the role you need to fill
Book a free hiring consult. We will learn about the role, the territory and your team, then start the search within 24 hours of the kickoff meeting.
- Call (905) 333-9188 or toll-free (866) 333-9188
- Recruiting across Canada and the United States
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Page last reviewed October 2026.