Manufacturing Engineer - Life Sciences

Saint-Gobain • Taunton, MA • 13h ago

If you want to reshape the world and discover your greatest potential, Saint-Gobain provides one-of-a-kind opportunities for innovative problem solvers.

We're one of only two companies in the world that is consistently recognized as both a top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator, but Saint-Gobain's remarkable story and culture of innovation begins with a team of nearly 200,000 creative, diverse and passionate team members collaborating across the globe. We are committed to our mission to improve lives because, every day, we witness the enormous impact of our efforts on the world around us.

The Manufacturing Engineer leads and supports technical activities that enhance manufacturing operations, product quality, and equipment reliability. Key responsibilities include implementing and improving production processes, developing new product cells, and driving initiatives to increase uptime, OEE, and overall output. The role also involves specifying and justifying new tooling or capital equipment, coordinating tool and die maintenance and repair, and collaborating with Quality to support corrective actions.

Operating within an ISO environment, the Manufacturing Engineer ensures compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards while promoting World Class Manufacturing (WCM) principles. Responsibilities include drafting standard operating procedures (SOPs), conducting training, managing key performance indicators (KPIs) and Performance Control Systems (PCS), and leading Kaizen teams to drive continuous improvement.

The Manufacturing Engineer will focus on meeting customer expectations, proactively identifying and preventing issues, and driving continuous improvement to deliver strong results for customers, employees, and overall business performance.

Essential Functions

Production & Technical Plant Support:

Troubleshoot and optimize extrusion processes to minimize downtime, reduce scrap, and improve reliability.

Provide technical support for production equipment and facility systems, ensuring both routine and complex issues are addressed quickly.

Collaborate with manufacturing, sales, and quality teams to investigate and resolve product, process, and equipment issues with both short-term fixes and long-term improvements.

Manage tooling maintenance and vendor repairs to keep tools and dies in serviceable condition and available for production.

Support product and process improvements, including corrective and preventative actions (CAPA) to address root causes and maintain compliance.

Project Management & Continuous Improvement Responsibilities

Lead projects that improve machine efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance quality using Lean, OPEX, or World Class Manufacturing (WCM) principles.

Propose, justify, and execute capital projects (CAPEX) that enhance site safety, quality, and productivity, supported by ROI and strategic value.

Support the introduction and validation of new equipment and processes, ensuring compliance with ISO standards.

Coordinate project deliverables to align with scope, budget, and timelines, while engaging cross-functional teams for successful implementation.

Develop SOPs, deliver training, and apply structured problem-solving to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Safety & Compliance

Audit production areas to ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Promote a culture of safety and enforce safe work practices across the facility.

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (required)

Master's Degree in Engineering (preferred)

2 + Years progressive engineering experience in a manufacturing environment

Experience in planning and executing projects of varying scope and complexity--

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

This position is subject to export controls under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Qualified applicants for the position must meet the ITAR definition of "U.S. Person" at 22 C.F.R. 120.15 as a: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or otherwise a protected individual (including for example refugees and asylees).

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state's Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNAHRCompliance@saint-gobain.com .

Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs .

Health and Wellbeing - Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.

Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options

LiveWell Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.

401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan

Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability

Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits - Helping shape the experience and impact you want

Commuter Benefits

Group Legal

Identity Theft Protection

Auto and Home Insurance

Pet Insurance and Discounts

Back-up Child & Elder Care

PerkSpot Employee Discount Program

Additional based on Role:

One pair of company-issued steel-toe shoes, and safety glasses; annuall

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