Operations Engineer: Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare; Auckland; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare is seeking an Operations Engineer to join the high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing environment in Auckland, New Zealand. The role focuses on analytical thinking, continuous improvement, risk management, and delivering robust manufacturing processes for our medical devices.

You will work on complex problem solving, root cause analysis, and cross-functional collaboration, applying LEAN principles and documenting technical activities to drive reliable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• 1-2 years' engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Some project management experience.
• Good understanding of LEAN manufacturing principles.
• Experience with 3-D modelling (SolidWorks) is an asset.
• Knowledge of measurement systems and statistical analysis.
• Automation, electronics or software experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Complex problem solving and root cause analysis.
• Project management for manufacturing improvements.
• Continuous improvement activities and technical documentation.
• Build cross-functional relationships to implement solutions.
• Adapt to challenging and uncertain circumstances.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Project management

LEAN manufacturing

Cross-functional collaboration

Automation/electronics experience (adv

Education

Bachelor of Engineering degree (or equivalent)

Tools

SolidWorks

Measurement systems

Statistical analysis

Job description

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare is seeking an Operations Engineer to join the high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing environment in Auckland, New Zealand. The role focuses on analytical thinking, continuous improvement, risk management, and delivering robust manufacturing processes for our medical devices.

You will work on complex problem solving, root cause analysis, and cross-functional collaboration, applying LEAN principles and documenting technical activities to drive reliable outcomes.