Work Schedule
First Shift (Days)
Environmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
Job Description
DESCRIPTION:
As a Manufacturing Engineer III at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will optimize production processes, implement new technologies, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. You'll work with cross-functional teams to ensure the efficient manufacture of high-quality products while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. This position offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully by enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer through innovative manufacturing solutions.
You will manage process improvement projects, provide technical expertise for new product introductions, develop and validate manufacturing processes, and implement automation solutions. Working with R&D, Quality, Production, and other departments, you'll optimize existing processes while ensuring consistent product quality and regulatory compliance. Your analytical skills and engineering expertise will help drive cost reductions, improve efficiencies, and enhance manufacturing capabilities across our operations.
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Chemical or Plastics Engineering preferred); Work experience may replace bachelor’s degree.
Prior manufacturing experience required. 5+ years working experience in a manufacturing environment with ISO quality standards strongly preferred.
Technical depth in Extrusion Blow Molding (Accumulator and Continuous). Experience with Injection Molding, Tooling, Assembly/Test Automation and Clean Rooms a plus.
Experience working closely with set-up and maintenance functions strongly preferred.
SMED experience supporting mold and process requirements a plus.
Ability to deliver fact- based decisions and apply a mentality for Lean Management, gaining Value Stream efficiencies and continuous improvement. Candidate should have experience in successfully driving continuous improvement.
Ability to conduct critical analysis and assessments to develop action plans that ensure efficient, lean, and effective processes are in place to produce quality products.
Ability to accurately and quickly assess a situation on the manufacturing floor and determine and implement corrective measures to maintain flow of production.
Proficient in process auditing and Lean manufacturing techniques.
Knowledgeable in advanced data collection, measuring, analysis, improvement and control.
Strong ability to effectively use judgment and make decisions.
Excellent prioritization, time management, and organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Ability to work effectively with people at all levels in an organization.
Has working knowledge of other business functions (Quality, Supply Chain, Human Resources and Financial) in addition to Engineering and Manufacturing.
Demonstrated ability to quickly learn technology systems and applications is required; proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office Suite is preferred.
Ability to travel as required, <10% of the time.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in New York is $83,300.00–$125,000.00.
This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards
