Sr. Manager, Engineering - Final Assembly & FLC AME

This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives.

Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

• Lead and develop a team of manufacturing engineers and technicians, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and achievement‑focused culture.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to support team growth and engagement.
• Partner with senior leadership to define and implement the engineering roadmap supporting SKF products and manufacturing operations.
• Oversee the design, implementation, optimization, and transfer of manufacturing processes for new and existing products.
• Improve productivity, reduce waste, enhance product quality, and support operational efficiency initiatives.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies to identify and implement sustainable process improvements.
• Lead multiple engineering projects across functional areas from concept through implementation, developing project timelines, resource plans, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate with R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs, and Operations teams to align manufacturing strategies with business objectives.
• Serve as a key liaison between Manufacturing Engineering and multi‑functional teams to support effective communication and project alignment.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO, cGMP, and Baxter quality standards across manufacturing operations.
• Conduct process reviews, audits, and performance evaluations to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and compliance enhancement.
• Champion a culture of quality, safety, and operational excellence.
• Manage engineering‑related budgets and resource allocation to maximize operational performance and return on investment.
• Monitor key performance metrics and communicate project updates, business results, and improvement opportunities to leadership.
• Build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers and customers.
• Promote Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) compliance and contribute to Baxter’s commitment to zero harm in the workplace.
• Stay informed on emerging manufacturing technologies and industry trends to support innovation and best‑practice implementation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Master’s degree or relevant experience in Engineering.
• 8+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably in the medical device, pharmaceutical, or healthcare industry.
• Demonstrated success leading engineering teams and managing complex manufacturing or process improvement projects.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations, quality systems, and regulated environments.
• Knowledge of FDA, ISO, cGMP, and regulated manufacturing environments.
• Strong leadership and people‑development skills.
• Strategic thinking and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and partner‑management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Data‑driven decision‑making and continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong collaboration and multi‑functional partnership skills.
• PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or other project/process improvement certifications (preferred).
• Experience with CAD software, simulation tools, and manufacturing data analysis.

Combination of office, manufacturing, and laboratory‑based work environments. Regular interaction with cross‑functional teams in collaborative settings. Occasional…