Thermo Fisher Scientific · 1 week ago
Engineer - PPI & Continuous Improvement
Marietta, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelThermo Fisher Scientific is seeking an Engineer focused on PPI and Continuous Improvement to enhance production processes at their Marietta manufacturing site. The successful candidate will lead initiatives that drive operational efficiency and quality through Practical Process Improvement and Lean methodologies.
BioinformaticsBiotechnologyCloud Data ServicesConsultingHealth CareLife ScienceManagement Information SystemsOffice SuppliesPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Lead and implement PPI-Lean initiatives that enhance performance, reduce waste, and drive measurable gains in safety, quality, delivery, and cost
Coach, mentor, and engage employees at all levels in using Lean and PPI tools to strengthen a culture of continuous improvement
Evaluate the economic feasibility of capital projects and prepare justifications to support site investment and growth strategies
Collect, process, and analyze production and process data, resulting in actionable recommendations and improvements to management
Purchase and install manufacturing equipment, ensuring successful integration, qualification, and operator readiness, while developing and maintaining documentation throughout the manufacturing process to ensure consistency, compliance, and efficiency
Develop machine and personnel requirements and utilization plans to support long-range business strategies
Resolve shop floor technical issues to achieve production throughput and quality objectives
Recommend manufacturing processes, procedures, tools, equipment, layouts, and methods for process improvement and operational optimization
Evaluate product quality, cost, and throughput with Product Design Engineering to configure optimal production processes
Actively participate in New Product Development (NPD) to optimize manufacturability, process flow, and productivity
Review and approve Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) to ensure changes are robust, practical, and production-ready
Lead and support PPI teams by facilitating Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and root cause analysis sessions, and perform other duties as assigned to support the Marietta site’s continuous improvement and operational goals
Qualification
Required
B.S. degree in a related engineering field required
Preferred
Working knowledge of hard goods manufacturing processes, machinery, and automation, including sheet metal fabrication and welding practices
Strong analytical skills to assess and improve procedures
Experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, or PPI methodologies to manufacturing processes
Company
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a biotechnology and laboratory equipment company that provides a wide range of scientific products and services.
Founded in 1956
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$15.97BKey Investors
National Grid
2025-11-24Post Ipo Debt· $2.42B
2025-09-30Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-08-07Post Ipo Debt· $2.95B
Leadership Team
Stephen Williamson
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Daniella Cramp
Senior Vice President and President, Bioproduction Group
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