Lead and support a team of Manufacturing Engineers, Manufacturing Technicians, and Toolmakers in daily operations and long-term professional development.
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture focused on accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Provide coaching, mentorship, and technical leadership to support employee growth and organizational success.
Oversee the design, implementation, documentation, and optimization of manufacturing processes within the Fabrications and Cuffs departments.
Improve production efficiency, reduce waste, enhance product quality, and support operational performance goals.
Utilize Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies to identify and implement process enhancements.
Manage engineering projects from initiation through implementation, ensuring alignment with safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
Develop project plans, allocate resources, monitor progress, and support risk mitigation activities to ensure successful project execution.
Balance multiple priorities while ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
Partner closely with R&D, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing Operations teams to ensure manufacturing processes meet product specifications and compliance requirements.
Facilitate effective communication and alignment across departments to support operational and business objectives.
Serve as a key technical resource and contributor to cross-functional initiatives.
Ensure manufacturing processes comply with Baxter quality standards, cGMP requirements, FDA regulations, ISO standards, and internal procedures.
Conduct audits, inspections, and process reviews to identify and resolve quality or compliance concerns.
Support a culture of quality, safety, and operational excellence throughout the organization.
Support departmental budget management and resource planning activities.
Monitor engineering performance metrics and identify opportunities for operational improvement.
Prepare reports and presentations that communicate engineering performance, project updates, and improvement initiatives.
Stay current with emerging manufacturing technologies and industry trends to help drive innovation and best practices.
Support Baxter's Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs and proactively contribute to a zero-harm workplace culture.
Ensure compliance with all applicable safety procedures, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
Participate in identifying and implementing measures that improve employee and environmental safety.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably within the medical device, pharmaceutical, or healthcare industry. 2-3 years of leadership or supervisory experience.
Experience leading process optimization, manufacturing improvement, or engineering project initiatives.
Strong technical knowledge of manufacturing processes, engineering principles, and regulated manufacturing environments.
Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex engineering projects.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Knowledge of FDA, ISO, cGMP, and other regulatory requirements.
Strong
Benefits
Health insurance
Additional Information
This is where your work makes a difference.
At Baxter, we believe every person-regardless of who they are or where they are from-deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.
Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.
Here, you will find more than just a job-you will find purpose and pride.
Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Saving and Sustaining Lives
At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. Every role at Baxter contributes to improving outcomes for patients around the world. As a Manufacturing Engineering Manager, you will play a critical role in driving manufacturing excellence across our Fabrications and Cuffs operations by leading engineering teams, optimizing manufacturing processes, and advancing continuous improvement initiatives that support high-quality healthcare solutions.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated engineering leader who thrives in a collaborative manufacturing environment and is passionate about developing teams, improving operational performance, and delivering meaningful impact through innovation and quality.
Baxter · Skaneateles, NY