Sr. Manager Manufacturing Engineering

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Job Description

At Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. we offer an exceptional opportunity for a Process Engineering Senior Manager to lead our divisional LCD process improvement program. You will play a crucial role in optimizing and continually enhancing process efficiencies quality safety and automation within our manufacturing operations. By collaborating with multi-functional teams and analyzing production methods you will successfully implement structured continuous improvement methodologies to enhance performance. Expect to lead and develop a high-performing team while technically supporting optimization opportunities and fostering a culture of detailed execution and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Talent Development
  • Lead mentor and develop a team of process and automation engineers to deliver operational and strategic objectives.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration accountability innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Conduct performance management coaching and career development planning.
  • Build technical capability through targeted training and knowledge-sharing programs.
• Process Improvement & Technical Excellence
  • Identify prioritize and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency safety yield and reliability.
  • Lead root cause investigations and corrective/preventive actions for process deviations and incidents.
  • Apply Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma and structured problem-solving methodologies to drive sustainable improvements.
  • Serve as a technical resource to Operations EHS QA QC and Procurement for daily problem-solving and incident investigations.
  • Ensure systematic oversight and optimization of critical plant systems (e.g. HVAC compressed air water electrical fire protection scrubbers thermal oxidizers security buildings & grounds) to maintain compliance and operational readiness.
  • Support regulatory compliance and audit activities aligned with industry and internal standards.
• Automation & Digital Enablement
  • Drive automation strategies to modernize packaging filling labeling and material handling operations.
  • Evaluate select and implement new automation and control technologies to improve throughput safety and data integrity.
  • Partner with Maintenance IT and Quality to ensure robust system integration and lifecycle management.
  • Leverage digital tools analytics and manufacturing data systems to optimize workflows and asset utilization.
• Cross-Industry Best Practices
  • Translate best practices from chemical pharmaceutical food & beverage or other regulated industries to strengthen site performance.
  • Lead and support process verification and validation activities including IQ OQ and PQ to ensure compliant and capable operations.
• Statistical Process Control (SPC) & Data-Driven Performance
  • Develop and sustain SPC systems to monitor control and improve product and process quality.
  • Analyze manufacturing data to identify trends risks and improvement opportunities.
  • Implement control charts and advanced statistical tools to drive process stability and capability.
• Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence
  • Champion site-wide continuous improvement culture and governance.
  • Lead projects delivering measurable improvements in safety quality productivity cost and customer performance.
  • Establish performance metrics and standard work to sustain gains.
• Project & Capital Management
  • Lead engineering and capital projects from concept and feasibility through design execution validation and handoff to operations.
  • Develop business cases manage annual CapEx planning and ensure disciplined project execution.
  • Deliver projects on time within budget and in compliance with quality and safety standards.
  • Align engineering roadmaps with site and divisional strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree (required) in Chemical Mechanical Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in process engineering within chemical pharmaceutical food & beverage or other highly regulated manufacturing environments with at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes automation systems and packaging/filling operations.
• Proven track record of leading capital improvement projects at a manufacturing site (develop annual Capex budget create obtain approval and complete individual Capex projects).
• Experience in a highly-regulated chemical production environment is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in SPC and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean Six Sigma).
• Excellent leadership communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced complex environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree or equivalent experience in Engineering or a related field.
• Certification in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt).
• Demonstrated success leading automation implementation projects in filling labeling or packaging operations.

Compensation and Benefits

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

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