Sr. Principal Process Engineer, OPEX - MFG

Cardinal Health; Norfolk (NE); On-site; USD 105,100 - 150,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k savings plan

Paid time off

Health savings account

Wages on demand (myFlexPay)

FSAs

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Job summary

Cardinal Health is seeking a Senior Principal Process Engineer to lead continuous improvement initiatives at our Norfolk, NE facility. The role focuses on Lean Six Sigma, project management, and data-driven optimization to enhance efficiency, productivity, and quality.

Ideal candidates have 5–8+ years in manufacturing, Black Belt preferred, and hands-on experience with injection molding and sterilization. You will guide cross-functional teams and mentor staff while driving key site improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent work experience in related field.
• 5-8+ years of manufacturing experience with a strong focus on process improvement.
• Familiarity with injection molding and sterilization processes is highly desirable.
• Lean Six Sigma (Black Belt certification preferred).
• Strong project management skills with a track record of leading and completing projects.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Travel expectations: <10%.

Responsibilities

• Identify and execute continuous improvement projects across the manufacturing facility using Lean Six Sigma tools to optimize efficiency, reduce waste, and improve quality.
• Develop project scopes, timelines, budgets, and resource plans; manage execution to meet deadlines and budgets.
• Develop and implement process improvements for injection molding and sterilization; optimize equipment settings and implement automation where applicable.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret process data to measure impact and report findings to management.
• Serve as a technical expert, providing engineering support from concept through implementation and preparing process flow diagrams.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to employees, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Project management

Data analysis

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

## Sr. Principal Process Engineer, OPEX - MFGApplylocations: NE-Norfolktime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 20183704***Job Summary*** We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Principal Process Engineer to join our team and lead continuous improvement initiatives within our medical device manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Lean Six Sigma methodologies and project management, with a proven track record of successfully implementing process improvements that enhance efficiency, productivity, and quality. Familiarity with injection molding and sterilization processes is highly desirable.***Responsibilities**** **Identify and Execute Continuous Improvement Projects:** Lead the identification, evaluation, and implementation of continuous improvement projects across the manufacturing facility. This includes utilizing Lean Six Sigma tools and methodologies to analyze processes, identify bottlenecks, and develop solutions to optimize efficiency, reduce waste, and improve quality.* **Project Management:** Develop project scopes, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation plans for continuous improvement projects. Manage project execution, track progress, and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.* **Process Optimization:** Develop and implement process improvements for existing manufacturing processes, including injection molding and sterilization. This may involve optimizing equipment settings, developing new procedures, and implementing automation solutions.* **Data Analysis and Reporting:** Collect, analyze, and interpret process data to identify trends, measure the effectiveness of improvement initiatives, and report findings to management.* **Technical Expertise:** Serve as a technical expert on assigned projects, providing process engineering support from concept through implementation. This includes developing detailed engineering specifications, performing feasibility studies, and preparing process flow diagrams.* **Team Leadership and Mentorship:** Provide technical guidance and mentorship to employees of all levels, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.***Qualifications**** Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent work experience in related field preferred* 5-8+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with a strong focus on process improvement preferred* Familiarity with injection molding and sterilization processes is highly desirable* Proven expertise in Lean Six Sigma methodologies (Black Belt certification preferred)* Strong project management skills, with a track record of successfully leading and completing projects* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams* Travel Expectations: <10%**Anticipated salary range:** $105,100 - $150,100**Bonus eligible:**Yes**Benefits:** Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.* Medical, dental and vision coverage* Paid time off plan* Health savings account (HSA)* 401k savings plan* Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay* Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)* Short- and long-term disability coverage* Work-Life resources* Paid parental leave* Healthy lifestyle programs**Application window anticipated to close:** 07/31/2026 \*if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.*#LI-LG1**Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.**Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.*