Operations Engineer

Fisher Paykel Healthcare; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee share purchase scheme

Profit sharing

Parental leave

Life, Critical illness and Income Ins.

Discounted Health Insurance

In-house training programs

Annual Salary Review

High rates of internal promotion

Access to state-of-the-art facilities

Job summary

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare is seeking an Operations Engineer to join the Manufacturing Location Project Team in New Zealand. The role focuses on transferring products and processes to the China operation, establishing manufacturing capability, and ensuring quality during transfers.

The successful candidate will work with Product Development, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Project teams to ensure efficient, effective product releases and robust manufacturing solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• Experience in Design Transfer or New Product Introduction (NPI) activities is essential.
• Experience creating or implementing manufacturing processes.
• Strong project management and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capability.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Design Transfer activities from development into manufacturing.
• Create and implement manufacturing assembly processes.
• Coordinate cross-functional project activities to meet transfer milestones.
• Develop manufacturing documentation, work instructions and process specifications.
• Conduct process risk assessments, validation activities and manufacturing readiness reviews.
• Support the introduction of new products, equipment, and manufacturing processes.
• Analyse production and quality data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives targeting safety, quality, delivery and cost.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders across functions and at all levels.

Skills

Design Transfer

NPI

Project management

Stakeholder management

Manufacturing processes

Continuous improvement

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

About the Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for an Operations Engineer to join our Manufacturing Location Project Team - supporting the transfer of products and manufacturing processes to our China Operation.

In this role, you'll be responsible for driving Design Transfer activities, establishing manufacturing capability, and supporting projects that lead to successful manufacturing process and product release. Working closely with Product Development, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Project teams, you'll play a critical role in ensuring products are transferred efficiently, effectively, and with a strong focus on quality.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading and supporting Design Transfer activities from development into manufacturing:

• Creating and implementing manufacturing assembly processes
• Coordinating cross-functional project activities to ensure successful delivery of transfer milestones
• Developing manufacturing documentation, work instructions and process specifications
• Conducting process risk assessments, validation activities and manufacturing readiness reviews
• Supporting the introduction of new products, equipment and manufacturing processes
• Analysing production and quality data to identify opportunities for improvement
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives targeting safety, quality, delivery and cost
• Communicating effectively with stakeholders across functions and at all levels

About You

We're looking for an engineer who enjoys working across teams, managing complex projects, and turning ideas into robust manufacturing solutions.

To be successful, you'll bring:

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Minimum 2 years’ experience supporting Design Transfer or New Product Introduction (NPI) activities
• Experience creating or implementing manufacturing processes
• Strong project management and stakeholder management skills
• Experience working within a manufacturing or production environment
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capability
• A continuous improvement mindset with a focus on operational excellence

You would describe yourself as:

• Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities
• A strong relationship builder who collaborates effectively across functions
• Results-focused with the ability to navigate challenges and deliver outcomes
• A confident communicator who can influence and engage stakeholders at all levels
• Adaptable, proactive, and comfortable working in a dynamic project environment

Working with us

Care to join a supportive environment? Fisher & Paykel Healthcare foster an inclusive work environment founded on our culture of care and cooperation. Here you’ll have the trust and support to generate ideas, solve problems and do your best work, while enjoying some of our perks and benefits:

• Employee share purchase scheme
• Discretionary bi-annual Profit share
• Generous Paid Parental Leave
• Life, Critical illness and Income Protection Insurance
• Discounted Health Insurance
• In-house training programs from external providers
• Annual Salary Review
• High rates of internal promotion
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities

About us

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare is a world leader in the design, manufacture, and marketing of medical devices, exporting to over 120 countries globally.

Our commitment to care unites us. Here, we’re driven to improve patient care and outcomes through inspired and world-leading healthcare solutions.

We focus on nurturing a positive and inclusive culture based on trust and respect. In New Zealand, our employee-led communities, Spectra (Rainbow), Manaaki (Māori) and WISE (Women in Science & Engineering) among others play an important role in this culture. We also have a commitment to creating a positive lasting impact on society, shown by our support of New Zealand organisations such as Te Uru Tangata – Centre for Workplace Inclusion, Pride Pledge and Global Women.

We are dedicated to designing our recruitment process with care and empathy to support all candidates, regardless of identity, background, and experiences. Should you require support or adjustments during our process, please let us know at [e-mail]

Requisition ID: 6557
Posting end date: 15/10/2026