Manufacturing Manager/Director, Horizon Surgical Systems
Advancing eye care with assistive surgical robotics
Open for applications
Advancing eye care with assistive surgical robotics
21-100 employees
Open for applications
21-100 employees
Company mission
To transform cataract care with robotics and AI and make eye surgery more precise, consistent, and accessible - because restoring clear vision changes lives.
Role
Who you are
- We are seeking highly motivated, and intellectually inquisitive individuals looking to make a positive impact on healthcare via the development of robotic technology
- This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced, startup environments and wants to shape the foundation of a scalable, compliant production operation
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or related engineering field
- 7+ years of experience in medical device manufacturing, pilot production, or new product introduction
- Hands-on experience with assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of complex electromechanical systems
- Familiarity with design controls, DMR/DHR, and regulated manufacturing documentation
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work cross-functionally in a startup environment
Desirable
- Advanced degree
- Experience with robotics, optics, or surgical instruments
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing
- Experience setting up small-scale manufacturing environments
- Exposure to FDA QSR / ISO 13485 audits
What the job involves
- Horizon Surgical Systems is an innovative medical device startup developing the first ever robotic system to perform cataract surgery
- We are entering an exciting growth phase as we transition from R&D to pilot-scale manufacturing and prepare for clinical and regulatory milestones
- We’re looking for a hands-on, resourceful Manufacturing Manager/ Director to lead the establishment and operation of our pilot manufacturing facility
- Develop and maintain assembly and test processes for robotic, electronic, and optical sub-systems
- Set up and organize pilot-scale manufacturing space, including workstations, tools, and test rigs. Perform process validation (IQ,OQ,PQ)
- Set-up supply chain operation team
- Create and own manufacturing documentation: Device Master Record (DMR), Device History Record (DHR), work instructions, travelers, and test logs
- Support design transfer by working closely with R&D to make prototypes manufacturable and repeatable by revising processes based on lessons learned
- Implement traceability systems for parts, subassemblies, and final builds
- Develop and implement facility safety procedures
- Perform and document verification/validation and clinical studies
- Collaborate with Quality to ensure compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971 requirements
- Assist in qualifying suppliers and contractors for key components (machined parts, PCBAs, optics)
- Train and oversee assembly technicians as the team grows
- Continuously improve efficiency, reliability, and compliance of the build process
Our take
With approximately 1 in 4 people developing cataracts over their lifetime, surgical procedures to remove them require delicate precision. The high demand for these surgeries means there are longer waiting times than ever before, and patient outcomes are inconsistent due to human error and limitations in dexterity.
Founded by faculty members at the University of California, Horizon Surgical Systems is a microsurgical robotics company aiming to pioneer the next generation of precision surgery to combat the condition and help minimise failures and waiting times for cataract treatment.
Horizon Surgical Systems’ flagship product Polaris merges advances in robotics, medical imagery and AI to elevate surgical precision in cataract surgery. And in 2025, the company reached a landmark milestone with the world's first cataract surgery performed using the Polaris platform, marking a huge step toward establishing a new standard of precision, consistency and safety in ophthalmic surgery as it advances further clinical studies and regulatory pathways.
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Company
Funding (1 round)
Oct 2024
$30m
SERIES A
Total funding: $30m
Company HQ
Sunset Park, Santa Monica, CA
Leadership
Jean-Pierre Huschman
(Co-Founder & CEO)Previously a Professor at UCLA Jules Stein Eye Institute, UCLA Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science and a Member of the Faculty at UCLA Department of Bioengineering.
Jacob Rosen
(Co-Founder & CTO)Also a Professor at UCLA Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science and Co-Founder at Applied Dexterity, Inc.
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