Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Werfen North America; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead process engineering and production support initiatives. This role involves optimizing manufacturing processes, resolving production issues, and providing technical leadership for continuous improvement efforts. You'll be responsible for designing assembly methods, conducting root cause analyses, and collaborating with R&D to enhance product manufacturability. If you have a strong engineering background and a passion for process optimization, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in engineering, preferably in manufacturing.
• Experience with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead process engineering and production support for manufacturing.
• Resolve production process issues and conduct root cause analysis.
• Supervise personnel and participate in Lean Six Sigma projects.

Skills

Problem-solving techniques

Process optimization

Lean methodologies

Six Sigma methodologies

Education

B.S. in Engineering

M.S. in Engineering

Tools

Test equipment design

Validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ)

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Position Summary

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

Responsibilities

• Resolve production process issues using problem-solving techniques to analyze, identify root causes, and implement solutions.
• Act as Product Champion for a specific product or product line, serving as the focal point in operations.
• Lead process engineering and production support activities for manufacturing a product line.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at process and manufacturability enhancements.
• Provide technical leadership in specifying and implementing assembly/test methods and process optimization.
• Conduct root cause analysis and develop corrective actions for process issues.
• Establish the Manufacturing Quality Plan (MQP), including process flow, layout, equipment, and line balancing.
• Write process procedures, change orders, equipment specs, validation plans, and reports.
• Research technology, equipment, and tooling to improve quality, yield, or cost; generate proposals with ROI analysis.
• Design test equipment, fixtures, and tools; perform IQ/OQ/PQ validation activities.
• Assist in introducing new products into manufacturing; collaborate with R&D and suppliers to improve robustness and manufacturability.
• Supervise personnel as assigned; participate in Lean Six Sigma projects of significant scope.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering with at least 8 years of experience or M.S. with at least 6 years of experience.
• Experience in manufacturing instrumentation and/or disposables preferred.
• Experience with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies preferred.