DESCRIPTION:
Lead a team of manufacturing engineers and technical specialists in delivering excellence across our manufacturing operations. As a Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll implement continuous improvement initiatives, oversee technical projects, and ensure efficient production of high-quality products that enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Collaborate with R&D, Production, Quality, and other teams to optimize processes, implement new technologies, and solve technical challenges. Support and develop your team while fostering an environment of innovation, safety and operational excellence.
REQUIREMENTS:
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Management
- Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of manufacturing engineers and technicians
- Assign priorities, manage workloads, and ensure timely project execution
- Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement
Process & Production Support
- Oversee manufacturing processes for single-use systems (SUS), ensuring consistency and compliance
- Provide technical support for daily production issues, including troubleshooting and root cause analysis
- Collaborate with production, quality, and supply chain teams to meet output targets
Process Improvement & Optimization
- Lead Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Identify opportunities to improve yield, reduce waste, and optimize cycle times
- Implement process validation and standardization efforts
New Product Introduction (NPI)
- Support transfer of new single-use products from R&D to manufacturing
- Develop and validate manufacturing processes, including equipment and tooling
- Ensure smooth scale-up and commercialization
Compliance & Quality
- Ensure adherence to GMP, ISO, and regulatory requirements
- Support audits (internal/external) and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
- Maintain proper documentation (SOPs, work instructions, validation protocols)
- Ability to analyze technical data and make data-based decisions
Project Management:
- Lead or support cross-functional projects related to capacity expansion, automation, and technology upgrades
- Track KPIs and report on engineering performance metrics
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical, Chemical Engineering, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Biomedical Engineering, or related field
- Master’s degree (beneficial)
- Advanced Degree plus 3 to 5 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of experience in manufacturing/engineering in regulated industry (pharmaceutical, medical device, or similar high-tech manufacturing)
- Professional engineering certifications beneficial
Experience
- 5–8+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably in biopharma or medical devices
- 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience
- Demonstrated expertise in manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality systems
- Experience with single-use technologies (bioprocess bags, assemblies, filtration systems) strongly preferred
- Demonstrated ability to develop and support technical staff
Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of **single-use manufacturing processes** (welding, sealing, assembly, cleanroom operations)
- Familiarity with **GMP, FDA, and ISO standards**
- Experience with **Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma methodologies**
- Excellent problem-solving, root cause analysis skills and systematic approach to issue resolution
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities
- Project management and organizational skills
- Collaborative leadership style with ability to work effectively across functions
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency with CAD, CMMS, ERP systems and standard business software
- Knowledge of equipment regulations and certifications (CE/UKCA)
Preferred Qualifications
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
- Experience with automation and digital manufacturing tools
- Knowledge of validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) and risk management (FMEA)
Work Environment
- Combination of office and manufacturing floor (cleanroom environment)
- Require PPE and adherence to controlled environment protocols
- Available for travel and flexible hours as needed
