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Continuous Improvement Engineer

Continuous Improvement Engineer

Bio-TechneMinneapolis, MN
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Description

By joining the Bio-Techne team you will have an impact on future cutting-edge research. Bio-Techne, and all of its brands, provides tools for researchers in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics.

Position Summary :

We seek a highly creative and driven Continuous Improvement Engineer to join our Continuous Improvement Engineering and Equipment Maintenance team. You will work within a highly dynamic group serving as a resource for implementation, expansion and enhancement of Continuous Improvement Engineering culture within our Organization. You will play a key role in expanding the use of Continuous Improvement methodologies to increase Operational Efficiency .

Key Responsibilities :

  • Work with Equipment Technicians in lean philosophies to complete scheduled maintenance and enable an environment that identifies and eliminates barriers
  • Identify improvements in current processes for Preventative Maintenance, Calibrations, Emergency Maintenance.
  • Analyze, recommend and implement process improvements to manufacturing processes, with focus on work flow sequencing, automation techniques and equipment reliability improvements.
  • Troubleshooting defects and variation, performing root cause analysis, applying systematic problem-solving techniques, and implementing sustainable solutions.
  • Coordinate with internal staff and external vendors to design, refine and implement automation solutions.
  • Coordinate with our Quality team to design and implement IQ / OQ / PQ and validation protocols.
  • Execute and coordinate validations in compliance with appropriate regulatory requirements.
  • Assist in creating business cases and justification for capital expenditures and obtain necessary internal approvals.
  • Participate and manage multiple projects simultaneously to keep projects on track and timeline for completion.
  • Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning automated alternatives to existing processes supporting products across the Bio-techne portfolio.
  • Build and maintain effective collaborations with Operations, Process Engineering, Development, Quality Assurance and Quality Control groups.

Qualifications

Education and Experience :

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical science with 0-3 years of industry related experience
  • Training and experience in continuous improvement methods, statistics, SPC, DOE, and Six Sigma are beneficial
  • Experience with Minitab statistical software is desired.

    • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Experience in prior automation implementation
  • Training and experience in continuous improvement methods, statistics, SPC, DOE, and Six Sigma are beneficial; Green Belt / Black Belt certification is a plus.
  • Demonstrated capability and knowledge of equipment reliability concepts and methods.
  • Project leadership experience
  • Experience with liquid handling, fill / finish, robotics, labeling systems, packaging and process integration
  • Experience working under GMP and medical device guidelines.
  • Strong team player, self-motivated, and willing to learn new techniques and concepts.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross-functional teams
  • Strong interpersonal skills, communication skills and documentation skills are required

    • Why Join Bio-Techne :

  • We offer competitive salaries along with extensive medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family starting on day one!
  • We invest in our employees’ financial futures through 401k matching and an employee stock purchase plan.
  • We help our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, internship programs, and more.
  • We offer employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging.
  • We foster a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees feel valued and encouraged to bring their new ideas to the table.

    • All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

    Bio-Techne is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.

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