Technical Lead - Manufacturing Line

MiniMed Group; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Six Sigma Certification

Job summary

MiniMed is seeking a Technical Lead for the manufacturing line in Northridge, CA. You will oversee process validation, equipment reliability, product quality, and capacity expansion, while driving continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration across Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, R&D, and Regulatory Affairs.

The role requires designing production layouts, leading line readiness, and owning technical decisions impacting safety, quality, and throughput.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 7+ years of relevant experience, or Advanced degree with 5+ years.
• Experience in medical device manufacturing, process validation, quality systems, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with cause analysis, statistical methods, and manufacturing process optimization.
• Able and willing to travel for business 25-40% of the time depending on project needs.

Responsibilities

• Design manufacturing processes, procedures and layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing, and material handling.
• Lead new product introduction (NPI) activities, including process development, line readiness, technology transfer, and manufacturing scale-up.
• Lead process validations, equipment qualifications, and implementation of manufacturing changes in regulatory compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on yield, scrap reduction, cycle-time improvements, and capacity optimization.
• Mentor and guide manufacturing engineers, process engineers, technicians.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Statistical methods

Process optimization

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Advanced degree in Engineering

Tools

MES integration

Job description

## Technical Lead - Manufacturing LineApply: On-Site: Northridge, California, United States of America: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 21, 2026 (20 days left to apply): R-801952We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 21 Oct 2026At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world.# **About the Role**Step into a role where your technical leadership directly powers the safety, quality, and performance of our manufacturing operations. As the primary engineering lead for our production line, you will be the driving force behind process validation, equipment reliability, product quality, and capacity expansion — while championing the continuous improvement initiatives that keep us at the forefront of manufacturing excellence. In this high-visibility role, you will collaborate across Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, R&D, Regulatory Affairs, and Manufacturing Engineering — bridging strategy and execution to support new product introductions, commercial launch, production and a relentless pursuit of operational excellence. Ready to make an impact? Apply now and join our team! **Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.** **Full-time on-site role in Northridge, CA** * Design manufacturing processes, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing, and material handling.* Design arrangement of machines within plant facilities to ensure most efficient and productive layout.* Design sequence of operations and specifies procedures for the operation of tools and equipment and adapts machine or equipment design to factory and production conditions.* Develop manufacturing processes that are applicable to statistical process control and may develop those techniques.* Provide guidance to engineering regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.* Develop and execute manufacturing strategies to support production growth, operational excellence, and business objectives.* Lead new product introduction (NPI) activities, including process development, line readiness, technology transfer, and manufacturing scale-up.* Lead process validations, equipment qualifications, and implementation of manufacturing changes in compliance with regulatory requirements.* Lead troubleshooting and resolution of complex manufacturing, equipment, process, and product quality issues.* Identify and mitigate technical risks impacting safety, quality, delivery, or manufacturing continuity.* Incorporate inspection and test requirements into the production plan.* Inspect performance of machinery, equipment, and tools to verify their efficiency, and investigates and initiates corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure product quality.* Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on yield enhancement, scrap reduction, cycle-time improvements, and capacity optimization.* Analyze manufacturing performance metrics like LBM, yield, capacity and develop action plans to improve throughput, efficiency, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).* Partner with Operations and Quality teams to ensure compliance with FDA Quality System Regulations, ISO 13485 requirements, and company procedures.* Provide technical oversight for capital equipment projects, automation initiatives, and facility upgrades.* Mentor and guide manufacturing engineers, process engineers, technicians.* Serve as the primary technical escalation point for production issues and critical technical decisions impacting business goals.**Must Have: Minimum Requirements** ***To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident on your resume.**** Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with minimum of 7+ years of relevant experience, or Advanced degree in Engineering with a minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience.* Experience in medical device manufacturing, process validation, quality systems, and regulatory requirements.* Experience with cause analysis, statistical methods, and manufacturing process optimization.* Able and willing to travel for business 25-40% of the time depending on project needs **Nice To Have:*** Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification* Experience with pump, implantable device or infusion device manufacturing* Experience supporting Contract Manufacturers in a medical device environment* Familiarity with MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) integration with equipment* Demonstrated experience for owning technical strategy, operational performance, and long-term sustainability of production process* Knowledge of fluid dynamics, pneumatics, hermetic sealing, leak testing principles* Knowledge of plastic joining technologies (e.g., laser welding, ultrasonic welding, heat staking, vibration welding) for comparative process selection* Knowledge of weld inspection techniques including cross-sectional analysis, tensile/burst testing, and non-destructive evaluation* Familiarity with GD&T and optical measurement principles, troubleshoot and resolve complex vision system failures#BetterDaysStartNow # **Physical Job Requirements**The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.# **Benefits & Compensation****MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package**At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life.Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$109,000.00 - $185,000.00 For roles located in California, Seattle WA, Washington DC, Boston MA, and New York City, the salary range is $121,000 - $205,000 USD. Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, education, certifications, skills, market conditions, internal equity, and geographic location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others). At MiniMed, we are committed to supporting the well-being and financial security of our employees. Regular employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for a robust benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as access to a Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, long-term disability leave, and a dependent daycare spending account. In addition, all regular employees enjoy incentive plans, a 401(k) plan with company match, short-term disability coverage, paid time off and holidays, participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and access to our Employee Assistance Program. Eligible employees may also benefit from our Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement and Capital Accumulation Plan, subject to IRS minimum earnings requirements. Please note that “regular employees” refers to those who are not temporary staff, such as interns, and some benefits may not apply to employees in Puerto Rico.For further details about our comprehensive benefits, we encourage you to visit the link below.MiniMed Benefits Overview# **About MiniMed**MiniMed is a full-stack insulin delivery company dedicated to supporting people living with diabetes through every step of their journey — when and how they need it. For more than 40 years, we’ve been committed to redefining what’s possible: intelligent dosing systems designed for real life, predictive insights that stay a step ahead, and always on support when it’s needed most. At the heart of everything we do is a simple Mission: to make every day a better day for people with diabetes.Learn more about our business, and our mission here.It is the policy of MiniMed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, MiniMed will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.If you are applying to perform work for MiniMed in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which MiniMed reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. MiniMed will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.