Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair allowed. Office. Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs, etc.)

Lead a team of manufacturing engineers and technical specialists in delivering excellence across our manufacturing operations. As a Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor, 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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• Lead or support cross‑functional projects related to capacity expansion, automation, and technology upgrades
• Track KPIs and report on engineering performance metrics

• 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

• 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

• 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)

• 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)

• Combination of office and manufacturing floor (cleanroom environment)
• Require PPE and adherence to controlled environment protocols
• Available for travel and flexible hours as needed