Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Werfenlife SA.; Bedford (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative and family-owned company seeks a skilled engineer to lead process engineering and production support. This role involves providing technical leadership for continuous improvement and optimization of manufacturing processes. You'll be responsible for resolving production issues, establishing quality plans, and collaborating with teams to enhance product manufacturability. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to improving healthcare solutions and making a real impact on patient care. If you're passionate about engineering and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience in engineering with a focus on manufacturing processes.
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma methodologies is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead process engineering and production support for product lines.
• Resolve production process issues and implement solutions.

Skills

Problem Solving

Process Improvement

Technical Support

Lean Six Sigma

Education

B.S. in Engineering

M.S. in Engineering

Tools

Test Equipment Design

Assembly Equipment

Job description

Bedford - 180 Hartwell Road Bedford, Massachusetts 01730 United States

Country: United States

Shift: 1st

About the Position

Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.

Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.

Overview

Position Summary: Responsible for leading the process engineering and production support of a product or product line. Provides technical leadership and support for continuous improvement team efforts focused on process improvement and optimization. Provides engineering leadership for the design, documentation and implementation of assembly methods, test methods, equipment operation, including specification and optimization.

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for the resolution of production process issues utilizing problem solving techniques to analyze, identify root cause(s), develop and implement solutions.
• May be required to act as Product Champion for a specific product or product line.
• Leads the process engineering and production support activities required for the manufacture of a product line.
• Provides technical support and leadership for continuous improvement team efforts focused on process improvement and improvements to product manufacturability.
• Provides technical leadership and hands-on engineering support, including specification and implementation of assembly/test methods and process optimization.
• Provides technical support for continuous improvement efforts conducting root cause analysis then formulating and implementing corrective action proposals.
• Responsible for establishing the Manufacturing Quality Plan (MQP) for a product or product line.
• Writes process procedures, change orders, equipment specifications, validation plans, and reports.
• Performs research on technology, equipment and tooling to improve process quality, yield or cost; Generates proposals for purchase and implementation, including cost of ownership, ROI and benefit analysis.
• Performs engineering design of test equipment, assembly equipment, fixtures and tools; Performs IQ/OQ/PQ validation activities.
• Participates in the introduction of new products into manufacturing; Collaborate with R&D and suppliers to improve product robustness and manufacturability both pre- and post-release.
• Supervises (as assigned) personnel in classifications below that of Senior Mfg. Engineer.
• May lead or participate in Lean Six Sigma projects of significant scope and complexity.

Qualifications

Min Knowledge & Experience Required for the Position:

• B.S. in Engineering and a minimum of 8 years of experience or an M.S. degree and at least 6 years of experience.
• Experience in technical support for the manufacturing of instrumentation and/or disposables preferred.
• Experience in Lean and Six Sigma problem solving methodologies preferred.

International Mobility Required: No

Travel Requirements: <5% of time

If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis, we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.

Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law.