Manufacturing Engineer

Purpose The Manufacturing Engineer supports production operations by leading problem-solving initiatives, sustaining manufacturing processes, and ensuring products are produced in alignment with original R&D design specifications. This role focuses on troubleshooting, process improvement, and operational efficiency to maintain reliable production performance while driving continuous improvement across manufacturing processes.Key Responsibilities Support the transfer of products and processes from R&D into production, ensuring effective implementation, documentation, and operational readiness. Lead root cause investigations using structured problem-solving tools (e.g., Red X, Fishbone, 5 Whys) and implement corrective and preventive actions. Manage and track operational issues using visual management tools (e.g., scrum boards) to ensure timely escalation and resolution. Analyze manufacturing processes and performance data to identify opportunities for quality, yield, and efficiency improvements. Develop and implement manufacturing processes based on product requirements, testing needs, and equipment capabilities. Improve manufacturing efficiency through workflow optimization, equipment layout planning, and process standardization. Design and implement testing methods to ensure product and process quality. Monitor key operational metrics including on-time delivery, yield, scrap, rework, and waste, and drive improvement initiatives. Lead cost improvement projects focused on yield optimization, waste reduction, and overall manufacturing efficiency. Develop, update, and maintain manufacturing documentation, procedures, and standard operating practices. Train and support technicians and production teams on new processes, equipment, and process improvements. Coordinate equipment maintenance and repair activities to ensure production equipment remains operational and reliable. Lead value stream mapping initiatives to identify and implement Lean manufacturing improvements. Collaborate cross-functionally with production, planning, purchasing, and quality teams to improve operational performance and support customer delivery commitments. Ensure manufacturing processes comply with regulatory, safety, and quality standards, including OSHA requirements. Promote and support a culture of Lean and Six Sigma continuous improvement. Qualification Experience Minimum of 4 years of experience in a manufacturing or production engineering environment. Experience supporting manufacturing operations, process improvement, and troubleshooting in a production setting. Technical Skills Six Sigma Green Belt required; Black Belt preferred. Experience with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies. Ability to analyze manufacturing data and operational metrics to drive improvement initiatives. Experience with process development, production support, and manufacturing troubleshooting. Core Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and operational performance. CompanyBVI® is refocusing the future of vision.As one of the fastest-growing, diversified surgical ophthalmic businesses in the world, our purpose-built portfolio of trusted brands includes: Beaver® (Knives and Blades), Visitec® (Cannulas), Malosa® (Single-Use Instruments), Vitreq® (Vitreoretinal Surgical Products) and PhysIOL® (Premium IOLs), and spans more than 90 countries.We’ve set our sights on touching the lives of millions of patients affected by conditions such as cataracts, refractive error, glaucoma, retinal disease, and dry eye. Unburdened by legacy or bureaucracy, we have developed our strategy around a simple concept – taking pride in delivering innovative solutions for our physicians and patients, based on their needs. We trust and empower our associates to make decisions and solve problems because collaboration drives us. Valuing agility, simplicity, and transparency, we stay committed to listening to our customers, delivering for our patients, and keeping the future in focus.Learn more at www.bvimedical.com