Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Company: Cepheid
Location: Lodi
Posted on: November 18, 2021

Job Description:

At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate diagnostic testing.Our mission drives us, every moment of every day, as we develop scalable, groundbreaking solutions to solve the world's most complex health challenges.Our associates are involved in every stage of molecular diagnostics, from ideation to development and delivery of testing advancements that improve patient outcomes across a range of settings.As a member of our team, you can make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development.Cepheid is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Danaher Diagnostics companies.Together, we're working at the pace of change on diagnostic tools that address the world's biggest health challenges, driven by knowing that behind every test there is a patient waiting.Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.As a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, you'll be responsible for sustaining and improving Medical Injection molding tools and processes to achieve plant manufacturing objectives for safety, quality, on-time performance, and customer satisfaction.You'll apply a combination of individual work and contribution to cross-functional teams and activities to complete assigned complex and value adding project.You'll have high visibility to senior leadership daily, and you'll help make major changes that have direct bottom line impact on speed, quality and productivity.This position is part of the Manufacturing Engineering department and will be located in Lodi, California.As a leading, innovative biotechnology company, the mission of Cepheid is the driving force of its success: delivering a better way to improve patient outcomes by enabling access to molecular diagnostic testing everywhere.In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Apply your passion for CI and natural curiosity to ensure the team complete tasks and provide information that supports manufacturing operations, such as performing historical data analysis, design, documentation, implementation and validation of equipment and process changes.
• Ensure proper feedback is provided to tooling and the tool component manufacturers with regards to quality concerns.
• Supervise the creation of SOP's, Work Instructions and Training; to be passed on to the Tooling Department for the use and application of these documents.
• Supervise verification of effectiveness, by way of trials and testing of various improvement activities.
• Utilize team resources, delegate tasks and lead team members to ensure success of various improvement projects.The essential requirements of the job include:
  • Bachelor's degree in field with 5+ years of related work experience OR Master's degree in field with 3+ years of related work experience OR Doctoral degree in field with 0-2 years of related work experience.
  • Related work experience means:
  • Working in an injection molding environment
  • Employing precision measuring instruments (CMM, Projector, Calipers, Indicators)
  • Performing GD&T, specifically in translating requirements into measurements and assessing results.It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
    • Experience with IQ/OQ/PQ activities
    • Experience in medical injection molding manufacturing engineering operations
    • Knowledge on scientific injection molding principles
    • Experience in FDA regulated manufacturing environments
    • Demonstrated leadership skillsCepheid, a Danaher company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it's a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at danaherbenefitsinfo.com .When you join us, you'll also be joining Danaher's global organization, where 69,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you'll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System tools and the stability of a tested organization.Danaher is committed to a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong and all voices are heard. We believe in our associates and the unique perspectives they bring to every challenge, which is why we'll empower you to push the boundaries of what's possible.If you've ever wondered what's within you, there's no better time to find out.When you join us, you'll also be joining Danaher's global organization, where 69,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you'll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System tools and the stability of a tested organization.Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies require all US and Puerto Rico employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.The EEO posters are available here .We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at to request accommodation. If you've ever wondered what's within you, there's no better time to find out.

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