Principal Engineer, OpEx

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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.

The Principal Engineer, Operational Excellence (OpEx) is responsible for leading continuous improvement initiatives across the organization, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency, product quality, and overall performance. This role requires a strong background in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma methodologies, and a deep understanding of mechanical and electrical manufacturing industry.

• Lead and drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing and operational processes to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality.
• Develop and implement CI strategies and methodologies, including Lean, Six Sigma, and other best practices, to achieve organizational goals.
• Implement and support Lean Daily Management System processes throughout the organization.

• Manage and oversee OpEx projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives and timelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities, define project scope, and establish measurable goals.

• Analyze operational data and performance metrics to identify trends, root causes of issues, and areas for improvement.
• Prepare and present reports on OpEx initiatives, project outcomes, and performance improvements to senior management and stakeholders.

• Provide training and mentorship to employees on Lean and OpEx methodologies, tools, and techniques to foster a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
• Lead workshops and Kaizen events to engage teams in problem-solving and process improvement activities.

• Collaborate with engineering, quality assurance, production, and other departments to ensure that OpEx initiatives are effectively integrated into daily operations.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, providing updates on OpEx projects, challenges, and successes.

• Ensure that all continuous improvement activities comply with relevant regulatory standards and quality management systems (e.g., FDA, ISO 13485).
• Work closely with regulatory affairs teams to support compliance efforts related to CI initiatives.

• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in continuous improvement and manufacturing processes.
• Identify and implement innovative solutions to enhance operational performance and drive competitive advantage.

• Perform other duties assigned by management to support the overall goals of the continuous improvement team.

• Proactively contributes to zero harm in the workplace for all employees by complying with legal and corporate (EHS) Environmental Health & Safety requirements, safe work practices, and EHS policies and procedures consistently.
• Report all hazards, near misses…