Manufacturing Process Engineer (Medical Device)

Manufacturing Process Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Process Engineer to lead the vertical startup of high-speed manufacturing lines, ensuring seamless equipment integration and optimization. This role requires hands-on support during startup and post-go-live phases, with a focus on achieving operational efficiency and sustainable performance improvements.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the vertical startup of high-speed manufacturing lines, aiming for OEE improvements to meet business objectives within a compressed timeline.
• Develop and support documentation, training plans, and knowledge transfer for a seamless handover to operations.
• Act as the on-site engineering lead during startup and post-go-live phases, providing hands-on support and resolving equipment, software, and process issues using structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Monitor OEE and other key performance indicators to drive improvements during the ramp-up phase.
• Conduct loss landscape analysis and develop glidepaths for performance targets.
• Facilitate daily stand-up meetings to align cross-functional teams on glidepath execution.
• Support the implementation of cross-functional training, centerlining, and standard work practices.
• Collaborate with local and global teams to ensure sustainable performance gains.
• Partner with site operations, quality, maintenance, global design engineers, and external vendors to provide technical expertise, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and support integration reporting.

Essential Skills:

• Manufacturing engineering experience
• Process improvement expertise
• Proficiency in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
• Hands-on experience with vertical startups, commissioning, and validation of automated systems
• Strong knowledge of GMP, EHS standards, LOTO, machine safeguarding, and regulated manufacturing environments
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve integration issues using data-driven approaches
• Minimum 5 years of experience in high-speed manufacturing and capital equipment integration

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, or related field)
• Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, or FMCG manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, centerlining, and OEE tools
• Proficiency in scientific problem-solving methods (e.g., DoE, KPIV/KPOV analysis)
• Track record of success in startup programs or plant ramp-ups

Work Environment:

This position is based onsite in Sandy, UT. The work environment is dynamic and collaborative, with opportunities to engage with local and global teams. We offer 2 weeks of PTO and 6 paid holidays, providing a supportive work-life balance.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract position based out of Sandy, Utah.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Sandy, UT.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2025.