Engineer I, Operations Support Engineer

Description

Based in Bedford, MA, the team works within the Bioproduction (BPG) and Purification Process Analytics (PPA) division, making and testing chromatography media with a strong focus on error-free manufacturing.

The work takes place in a laboratory and involves hazardous and toxic materials.

Responsibilities

• Spot problems in daily production, report them, and propose practical fixes.
• Finish assigned projects to a high standard.
• Lead root cause investigations and put corrective and preventive actions in place to keep improving.
• Update SOPs so they are clearer and carry less risk of deviations.
• Look for chances to improve and push for efficient results on your own initiative.
• Carry out manufacturing protocols precisely, with limited supervision.
• Become a process owner, training others and providing technical leadership in your specialty.
• Follow corporate EH&S standards.
• Follow ISO 13485 guidelines and the company's quality policy.
• Work well across functions.
• Operate specialized equipment and instrumentation.
• Complete every task assigned each day, which may include overtime.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to set priorities and handle several projects under time pressure.
• Clear speaking and writing skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Skill with specialized manufacturing equipment and instrumentation.
• Proven ability to train and lead within a specialty area.
• Good communication and leadership skills.
• Technical and operational expertise.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a varied team.
• Proven problem-solving ability.
• Strict adherence to safety, regulatory, and quality guidelines.
• Preferred: a bachelor's degree in engineering or science, ideally chemical engineering.
• Preferred: at least 1 year of experience in chemical, operations, manufacturing, or regulated environments.
• Desired: experience with SAP or similar inventory control systems.
• Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing setting with possible exposure to various chemicals.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.

Conditions

Standard Monday to Friday schedule.

Laboratory setting in Bedford, MA.

Some PPE is required, such as safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coats, and ear plugs.

Estimated hourly pay in Massachusetts is $24.32 to $36.49.

Relocation assistance is not provided.

You must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Benefits

• You may be eligible for a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual results, per company policy.
• Choice of national medical and dental plans, plus a national vision plan with health incentive programs.
• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement.
• At least 120 hours of paid time off and 10 paid holidays each year.
• Paid parental leave: 3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave.
• Accident and life insurance, plus short- and long-term disability, per company policy.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan, letting you buy company stock at a discount.