The Manufacturing/Process Engineering Manager for Beckman Coulter Diagnostics is responsible for leading and developing a high-performing team responsible for Engineering Operations across multiple value streams in a regulated environment. This role ensures maximum equipment uptime, productivity, regulatory compliance, and safe, efficient operations. You will be responsible for driving continuous improvement initiatives and fostering a culture of technical excellence and problem-solving within the team.
This position will report to the Senior Manager Engineering Operations and is part of the Global Engineering team and will be an on-site role at our Clare, Ireland site. You can expect to travel up to 10%, in support of equipment improvement projects.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to
Manage: Manufacturing Engineers to support Operations in driving performance to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Productivity. Conduct annual reviews, development plans and appraisals of direct reports.
Support Production Operations: Provide hands-on engineering support to resolve manufacturing issues, minimize downtime, and ensure smooth operations.
Provide Technical Leadership: On process issues, implement technical standards and identify projects to resolve complex technical issues regarding equipment.
Drive Process Improvement: Lead initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
Implement Advanced Technologies: Evaluate and deploy new equipment and automation solutions to boost manufacturing capability and scalability.
Ensure Quality & Compliance: Partner with Quality teams to maintain process controls, conduct NC/CAPA, and ensure regulatory compliance. Fully motivated to achieve and demonstrate best practices in line with department and site objectives.
Problem Solving: Utilize process PSP / DIVE to troubleshoot new products / process / equipment while working closely with cross functional team and/or external vendors.
The essential requirements of the job include
Education: Bachelor’s degree in: Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
Experience: 12+ years in manufacturing engineering within a GMP environment.
Process Improvement: Proven success driving Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives; Green or Black Belt certification preferred.
Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of manufacturing processes such as filling, assembly, machining, fabrication, automation, labelling and inspection.
Leadership & Problem Solving: Excellent team building, coaching, and analytical skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication abilities, capable of conveying complex technical concepts to varied audiences.
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in
Experience with CAD software and statistical analysis tools (e.g., Minitab, JMP); industrial automation (e.g., PLCs, SCADA).
Experience in the life sciences or healthcare industry; and within a regulated industry.
Knowledge of AI integration with automation, relevant quality systems (e.g., ISO 13485, AS9100, IATF 16949), and proficiency in project management.
Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
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