Danaher Life Sciences is hiring: Manufacturing Engineer in San Jose

Overview

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In this role, you will support manufacturing operations at Molecular Devices, a Danaher operating company, helping drive scientific discovery for life science customers in academia, biotech, pharma, and government. You will contribute to improved quality and reliable production through hands-on troubleshooting, process development, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Verify and implement quality defect countermeasures, and sustain results in electromechanical and optical systems, with reagents and consumables
• Drive product quality improvement through process development and design changes internally and with suppliers
• Support daily production related to build (process) and quality issues through hands-on troubleshooting and perform Change Orders
• Own internal quality reports (data collection and reporting)
• Lead projects with moderate guidance to achieve key performance indicators

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering or equivalent degree
• 3-5 years’ experience in a manufacturing role (or equivalent), with experience driving quality improvements with products and suppliers
• Excellent verbal communication and writing skills
• Ability to work with and drive cross-functional teams
• Creative thinker with strong troubleshooting skills and a passion for improving quality of products and processes

Plus

• Experience with Danaher Business System lean tools and driving process improvements (e.g., Standardized Work, Problem Solving Process, Waste Elimination)

Location and Role Details

This position reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager and is part of the Operations Department located in San Jose and will be an on-site role.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual salary range for this role is $100,000 USD – $105,000 USD. This range may be modified in the future. This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay. We offer comprehensive benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees. Check out benefits at Danaher Benefits Info. The company reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits in accordance with policy and law.

Equal Opportunity

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If accommodations are needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact: 1-202-419-7762 or applyassistance@danaher.com.

For more information, visit www.danaher.com.