Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories

Senior Lean Industrial Engineer

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories • $88K — $105K *
Lancaster, PA 17603In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Expert understanding of Lean methodology and operational excellence principles
  • 3+ years of successful Lean implementation experience
  • Preferred Lean Certification from an accredited body
  • Advanced ability to analyze complex datasets and communicate business impact
  • Strong project management skills for leading multiple complex projects

Responsibilities

  • Analyze laboratory processes for automation and lean improvements
  • Collaborate with teams to ensure alignment of automation with lean goals
  • Lead events and initiatives to eliminate waste and enhance flow
  • Monitor KPIs related to efficiency, downtime, and quality
  • Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical coverage
  • Dental and vision options
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays
Full Job Description
Eurofins is searching for a Lean Industrial Engineer to lead site specific initiatives and work with the team in the Lancaster, PA area. The Lean Industrial Engineer will support implementation of the "Eurofins Operational Excellence" methodology (based on Lean/5S) and support other internal consulting initiatives/ projects to industrialize and optimize lab processes across all labs of the group.

Lean Industrial Engineer - Senior Specialist responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Analyze current laboratory processes to identify opportunities for automation and lean improvements
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure automation aligns with lean goals and business objectives
  • Lead Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and other lean initiatives to eliminate waste and improve flow
  • Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to efficiency, downtime, and quality
  • Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for process failures or inefficiencies
  • Train staff on lean principles
  • Subject Matter Expert (SME) - Function as a site technical expert working closely with automation engineers, sustainability project managers, and laboratory operations to identify automation opportunities that will result in productivity gains and waste reduction
  • Develop tools to quantify labor savings, waste reduction, and carbon footprint impact resulting from Lean projects
  • Manage projects through completion and monitor project outcomes; personally execute action items, as applicable
  • Performs other duties as assigned


Qualifications

The ideal candidate would possess:
  • Expert understanding of Lean methodology and operational excellence principles
  • Formal and on-the-job Lean training with 3+ years of successful Lean implementation experience
  • Lean Certification by an accredited body preferred
  • Ability to evaluate complex cross-functional processes, identify improvement opportunities, and develop strategic recommendations
  • Lead value stream mapping and future-state design across departments and business units
  • Advanced ability to analyze complex datasets, develop dashboards, identify trends, and communicate business impact
  • Expert problem-solving skills utilizing Lean tools, root cause analysis, and structured problem-solving methodologies
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Visio, Power BI, and project management tools
  • Lead Kaizen events, 5S, standard work, visual management, mistake-proofing, and value stream mapping initiatives
  • Strong project management skills with demonstrated success leading multiple complex projects simultaneously
  • Leads organizational change initiatives and drives adoption of new processes and technologies
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to communicate to all organizational levels, including executive leadership
  • Coaches, mentors, and trains employees and leaders on Lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders without direct authority
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with experience directing teams, facilitating workshops, and managing multiple resources
  • Ability to plan, prioritize, and execute responsibilities with minimal direction
  • Ability to align Lean initiatives with site, business, and organizational strategy
  • Ability to quantify labor savings, ROI, productivity gains, cost avoidance, and waste reduction from improvement initiatives
  • Evaluates automation opportunities, develops business cases, and collaborates with technical teams on implementation strategies
  • Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills in a fast-paced environment
  • Champions quality, ethics, compliance, and customer-focused continuous improvement initiatives
  • Demonstrated resilience, adaptability, and ability to lead through organizational change

Basic Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or science; Industrial Engineering preferred
  • Minimum 3 years of related experience working on Lean or Process Improvement projects
  • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship


Additional Information

Position is Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., with overtime as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply.

Excellent full-time benefits including:
  • Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays

About Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories

Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories is a leading contract research organization (CRO) providing analytical, research and testing services to clients in the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, crop protection, chemical, food, environmental and consumer products industries. The company was founded in 1961 and has grown to become one of the largest CROs in the world, with over 50 locations in 20 countries. Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories is part of the Eurofins Scientific Group, a global leader in bioanalytical testing and laboratory services. The company's services include method development and validation, stability testing, quality control testing, and regulatory compliance support.
Learn more about Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories
Size
12,000 employees
Industry
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
* Ladders Estimates

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