Manufacturing Engineering Manager - Ultrasound Probe Manufacturing Job at GE Hea

Manufacturing Engineering Manager – Ultrasound Probe Manufacturing Join GE HealthCare as a Manufacturing Engineering Manager at our ultrasound probe manufacturing facility in State College, Pennsylvania. You will lead process improvements, ensure product quality, support new product introductions, and drive cross‑functional initiatives to optimize manufacturing performance and efficiency. Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Innovation are our priorities. Key Responsibilities Lead and mentor a team of manufacturing engineers and technicians. Develop and implement robust manufacturing processes for ultrasound probe production, including assembly, bonding, encapsulation, and testing. Collaborate with R&D, Quality, and Operations to support new product introductions and design for manufacturability. Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies to reduce cost, improve yield, and enhance throughput. Own and maintain process documentation including work instructions, PFMEAs, control plans, and validation protocols. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (ISO 13485, FDA QSR) and internal quality systems. Manage capital equipment selection, installation, and qualification. Analyze production data to identify trends and implement corrective actions. Support root‑cause analysis and resolution of manufacturing issues. Champion safety and ergonomics in the manufacturing environment. Qualifications Strong leader who leads by example and is a mentor/coach with a “Say/Do” mindset. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Biomedical, or Manufacturing Engineering (Master’s preferred). 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably in medical device or high‑precision electronics. 3+ years of leadership experience in an engineering or operations role. Experience in an ISO 13485, FDA‑regulated or medical device manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of ultrasound probe technologies and related manufacturing processes is highly desirable. Proven track record of implementing process improvements and leading cross‑functional teams. Experience with statistical analysis, DOE, and validation protocols. Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills. Preferred Skills Familiarity with micro‑assembly techniques. Experience with automation and robotics in manufacturing. Knowledge of ERP and MES systems. Certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher). Experience in Lean/TPS methodology and practical application of Lean tools. Other Requirements Not a remote or hybrid position. Travel: less than 15% of time. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas for this opening. GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and may be required to pass a drug screen. Relocation assistance is provided. #J-18808-Ljbffr