Lean Manufacturing Engineer, Medical Devices & Process Optimization

Tiger BioSciences; Franklin (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiger BioSciences is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to provide technical assistance and engineering support on the manufacturing floor in Wisconsin. The role focuses on improving existing processes, developing cost-effective concepts, and training operators, while leading root-cause analysis and irreversible corrective actions.

You will participate in validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) and collaborate with Project Engineers to ensure cost, quality, and delivery meet customer expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering with a focus on Polymer Science, or related field.
• 3 years' experience in manufacturing environment, preferably in medical devices with hands on responsibility for processes, preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in thermoset or thermoplastics extrusion, molding and/or assembly process for medical devices is preferred.
• Experience with root cause analysis.
• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Improve existing processes, lead lean value improvement projects and scrap reduction teams.
• Provide technical assistance, process development and engineering support to manufacturing floor (extruding, molding, assembly, packaging).
• Train production operators and mentor technicians; engage maintenance in problem solving using systematic methods.
• Support flawless launch activities through involvement in FMEA, PFD, design reviews and Kaizen events.
• Execute IQ/OQ/PQ validation protocols for new product, equipment, tooling, and processes; re-validate existing assets as needed.
• Work with Project Engineers to meet cost, quality and delivery targets for new product development.
• Document lessons learned and report status of projects and assignments in a timely manner.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Root cause analysis

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Polymer Science or related)

Job description

Tiger BioSciences is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to provide technical assistance and engineering support on the manufacturing floor in Wisconsin. The role focuses on improving existing processes, developing cost-effective concepts, and training operators, while leading root-cause analysis and irreversible corrective actions.

You will participate in validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) and collaborate with Project Engineers to ensure cost, quality, and delivery meet customer expectations.