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Danaher Corporation Manufacturing Engineer in Medemblik, Netherlands

Be part of something altogether life-changing!

Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.

At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. With associates across 40+ countries, Cytiva is a place where every day is a learning opportunity – so you can grow your career and expand your skills in the long term.

Forming part of the Biotechnology segment at Danaher, we bring together dedicated technical expertise and talent to develop the next generation of life-changing therapeutics.

The manufacturing engineer for Cytiva is responsible for creating and maintaining clear work instructions, routers, and other supporting documentation to ensure every aspect of production (assembly, testing, etc.) is properly completed to meet the product specifications. Successful ME’s enjoy challenging processes, can quickly identify process waste, and break down problems to discover the improvement opportunities. ME's are also responsible for adhering to the strict regulatory bodies, quality standards, product characteristics and product design integrity.

This position is part of the In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Create and maintain all process documents (including routings, procedures, testing processes, standard work, etc.) to ensure manufacturing is performed safely and meets the documented quality specifications (25%)

  • Design and implement fixtures, jigs, and tooling to support production and improve safety, quality and delivery of our products (15%)

  • Problem solve process breakdowns, equipment malfunctions, and/or product non-conformances - specifically documenting why problem occurred and implementing countermeasures to ensure problem does not reoccur

  • Problem solving and dispositioning non-conforming materials (scrap, use-as-is, rework, etc.) (10%)

  • Identify process improvements to combat excessive process variation/signals, waste, downtime, process deficiencies, operator training gaps, preventative maintenance opportunities, and/or issues to cell design. (20%)

  • Plan, manage, and direct projects, proposals, tests, and evaluations. (5%)

  • Identify, participate in, and lead Kaizen events that drive process improvements – specifically to improve safety, quality, delivery (Lead Time) and cost of manufacturing (10%)

  • Implement Lean Manufacturing and Statistical Process Control concepts and initiatives. (10%)

  • Participates on New Product Introduction Team and is responsible for the transfer of new products from development into production. (5%)

The essential requirements of the job include:

  • Gemba biased – likes to see issues on shop floor and be hands on with production associates

  • Keen eye for quality – ensuring that products meet specifications, and team is compliant with all policies and procedures

  • Understanding of production operations, equipment, and technology

  • Ability to identify and implement process improvements under minimal supervision

  • Ability to research, brainstorm, and implement creative or novel solutions

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

  • Automation

  • Mechanical design

  • Root cause analysis

At Cytiva we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, hybrid working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement in which you can work part-time at the Company location identified above and part-time remotely from your home. Additional information about this hybrid work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Cytiva can provide.

At Danaher we bring together science, technology and operational capabilities to accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. Our global teams are pioneering what’s next across Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Biotechnology and beyond. For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

At Danaher, we value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

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