About the Role

The Manufacturing Engineer, OR1 supports manufacturing operations, new product launches, and continuous improvement initiatives for the OR1 product portfolio. This role partners cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Global Supply Chain teams to improve operational efficiency, product quality, and cost effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Support new product introductions through process design, tooling validation, SOP creation, and manufacturing readiness activities.
• Evaluate product designs for manufacturability and support Make-or-Buy decisions.
• Troubleshoot production and field issues, perform root cause analysis, and support supplier quality initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement projects utilizing Lean, JIT, and 5S methodologies.
• Improve production flow, tooling, equipment layouts, and operational processes.
• Support obsolescence management and cost reduction efforts.
• Train manufacturing personnel on processes and procedures.
• Partner with internal teams and external vendors to ensure successful product transfers and operational execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical assembly manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and SolidWorks.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with FDA, ISO 13485, and ISO 9001 quality standards.

Nice to Have

• Master's degree in Engineering.
• Lean or Six Sigma certification.
• Experience in medical device manufacturing and systems integration.
• 10+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative mindset with strong cross-functional communication skills.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• Innovative and collaborative MedTech environment.
• Career growth opportunities within a global organization.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Eligible Employee Benefits

• Medical / Dental / Vision including a state-of-the-art wellness program and pet insurance, too!
• 3 weeks vacation, 11 holidays plus paid sick time
• Up to 8 weeks of 100% paid company parental leave; includes maternal/ paternal leave, adoption, and fostering of a child.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan providing a match of 60% of the employee's first 6% contribution (up to IRS limits)
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, STD, LTD & LTC Insurance
• We prepay your tuition up to $5,250 per year! - Tuition pre-imbursement
• Fitness reimbursement of up to $200 annually
• And much more!

KARL STORZ reserves the right to change or modify the employee's job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. Additionally, KARL STORZ, through its supervisors, may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description within the sole discretion of the supervisor. Employees must comply will all applicable KARL STORZ policies and procedures.

Credentialing requirements at KARL STORZ

KARL STORZ is committed to maintaining a safe work environment for our employees and customers. Most field-based roles at KARL STORZ require hospital credentialing/health screens as a condition of employment. Credentialing can include required vaccinations, health screens & other requirements as outlined by our customers. During the interview process, we encourage you to ask how credentialing/health screens may impact the role you are seeking and if you require any reasonable accommodations regarding these requirements.

Pay Transparency

The pay range and/or hourly pay rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job posting and may be modified in the future. When determining a specific team member's base salary and/or hourly pay rate, several factors will be considered including such things as location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, professional credentials, internal equity, and the amount budgeted for the role.

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