Work Schedule
First Shift (Days)
Environmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
Job Description
LOCATION: This is a fully onsite position based at our Madison, WI site. Unfortunately, relocation assistance is NOT provided.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screen.
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.
DESCRIPTION:
Join our manufacturing engineering team as a Supervisor in Manufacturing Engineering, where you will lead and develop a team of engineers while contributing to the execution of key manufacturing and operational initiatives. This role is responsible for supervising Manufacturing Engineer roles and strengthening the overall Manufacturing Engineering function. You will play a critical role in driving process consistency, improving operational performance, and supporting the continued growth and scalability of the site. As a leader within the organization, you will provide technical direction, set priorities, and ensure effective execution of engineering activities across production and project-based work. You will partner closely with Operations, Quality, R&D, Procurement, and Supply Chain to implement sustainable manufacturing solutions, improve efficiency, and maintain high standards of quality and performance. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines team development, technical problem-solving, and ownership of initiatives that directly impact manufacturing outcomes.
RESPONSINILITES:
Team Leadership & Development
- Supervise, coach, and develop Manufacturing Engineer roles, including hiring, onboarding, and performance management
- Establish team objectives, metrics, and performance expectations aligned with site goals
- Drive accountability for deliverables, timelines, and results across the team
- Develop training plans and skill matrices to support cross-training and continuity
Technical & Operational Leadership
- Provide hands-on technical support for complex manufacturing challenges and high-impact projects
- Lead and prioritize Manufacturing Engineering activities aligned with operational and strategic objectives
- Drive standardization of manufacturing engineering processes, tools, and best practices
Manufacturing Engineering Execution
- Lead Manufacturing Engineering support for New Product Introduction (NPI), including DFM and process qualification
- Own manufacturing readiness for new and existing products
- Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for production and quality issues
- Ensure effective implementation of engineering change orders (ECOs) and change control processes
- Drive supplier-related manufacturing engineering activities including validation and first article inspections
Continuous Improvement & Strategy
- Drive measurable improvements in FPY, scrap reduction, cycle time, and equipment performance
- Implement structured problem-solving and ensure consistent application across the team
- Support capacity planning and scalability initiatives aligned with site growth
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Operations, Quality, R&D, Procurement, and Supply Chain to implement sustainable manufacturing solutions
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve manufacturing performance and efficiency
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s Degree with 7+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or operations. Preferred discilines: Mechanical, Industrial, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering. Equivalent experience will be considered. AS + 9 yrs related experience. HS Diploma/GED required
- 2+ years of experience leading or supervising technical teams, including coaching and performance management
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive organizational change
- Experience in establishing or improving engineering processes and standards
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills
- Experience with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and process optimization
- Experience with manufacturing process development, NPI, and production support
- ERP experience (SAP preferred)
- CAD and data analysis experience
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Experience scaling manufacturing operations or supporting site growth initiatives (Preferred)
- Experience with automation or semi-automated manufacturing systems (Preferred)
- Knowledge of SPC, CAPA systems, and quality systems (Preferred)
- Experience developing training programs and mentoring engineers (Preferred)
