Manufacturing Technologist

Mirion Technologies; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in Cambridge seeks a Manufacturing Technologist to enhance processes and ensure operational excellence on the shop floor. The role involves analyzing quality data, collaborating with shop floor personnel, and driving improvements in safety and efficiency. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least five years of experience in manufacturing, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. This position offers a hands-on opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong analytical skills to diagnose and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Drive process improvements and enhance safety on the shop floor.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable improvements.
• Develop clear work instructions and improve manufacturing processes.

Skills

Process improvement

Data analysis

Lean manufacturing

Problem-solving

Safety compliance

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's in manufacturing or mechanical engineering

Job description

Overview

The Manufacturing Technologist is responsible for driving process improvement/control and operational excellence on the shop floor by leveraging quality data, failure mode analysis, and direct engagement with production associates. This role is highly hands-on, spending the majority of time on the floor to enhance safety, improve process control, increase efficiency, and simplify manufacturing for our teams.

Core Duties/Responsibilities

• Analyze quality data and failure modes to identify process control gaps and implement corrective actions.
• Partner with shop floor personnel to improve safety, ergonomics, and ease of manufacturing.
• Develop and maintain clear, accurate, and user-friendly work instructions.
• Design and improve tooling, fixturing, and equipment to support reliable and efficient operations.
• Lead structured problem-solving efforts focused on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC).
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Maintenance, and Operations to implement sustainable improvements.
• Support and advance the Mirion Factory Development System (MFDS) through problem solving to enable continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities – Safety & Quality

• All employees are expected to follow government and corporate laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• All Cambridge employees play a role in the implementation of the site Quality and Safety Policy, which outlines a safe work environment as the foundation for the business unit’s goal to create a positive customer experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No direct supervisory responsibilities.

Skill/Knowledge & Other Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in manufacturing engineering or mechanical engineering.
• Certification by a recognized board such as the American Society for Quality (ASQ CSQP) or Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) is a plus.
• Five (5) years of progressive work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with welding, general fixturing and swaging (preferred not required).
• Ability to establish goals, structures, and processes necessary to successfully complete projects.
• Ability to interpret and problem solve engineering drawings.
• Ability to develop and work with recordkeeping and data management systems and related software applications.
• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing and production processes.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with key internal and external personnel.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and demonstrate professional, ethical, respectful, and courteous behavior when interacting with others.
• Strong computer skills (MS Office applications: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing.
• Ability to make decisions and multi-task.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Strong presentation and training skills.
• Excellent analytical skills to diagnose and solve problems.
• Excellent knowledge of English (written and oral).

Education & Experience

• Education: Required — Bachelors (or Diploma) in manufacturing engineering or mechanical engineering.
• Experience: Required — Five (5) years of progressive work experience in a manufacturing environment.