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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. Advancing Healthcare Through Innovation At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. Every role at Baxter contributes to improving outcomes for patients around the world. As a Senior Manager, Manufacturing Engineering, you will play a critical leadership role in driving manufacturing excellence, supporting new product introductions, and helping deliver life-saving medical products with quality, efficiency, and innovation at the center of everything we do. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and hands-on engineering leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is passionate about leading teams, driving continuous improvement, and enabling operational success.
Job Responsibility
Lead and develop a team with varied strengths of manufacturing engineers and technicians, supporting a collaborative, inclusive, and achievement-focused culture
Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to support team growth and engagement
Partner with senior leadership to define and implement the engineering roadmap supporting SKF products and manufacturing operations
Oversee the design, implementation, optimization, and transfer of manufacturing processes for new and existing products
Improve productivity, reduce waste, enhance product quality, and support operational efficiency initiatives
Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies to identify and implement sustainable process improvements
Lead multiple engineering projects that span multi-functional areas from concept through implementation
Develop project timelines, resource plans, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies to ensure successful execution
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with quality and compliance requirements
Partner closely with R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs, and Operations teams to align manufacturing strategies with business objectives
Serve as a key liaison between Manufacturing Engineering and members of multi-functional teams to support effective communication and project alignment
Support compliance with FDA, ISO, cGMP, and Baxter quality standards across manufacturing operations
Conduct process reviews, audits, and performance evaluations to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and compliance enhancement
Champion a strong culture of quality, safety, and operational excellence
Manage engineering-related budgets and resource allocation to maximize operational performance and return on investment
Monitor key performance metrics and communicate project updates, business results, and improvement opportunities to leadership
Build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers and customers
Promote Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) compliance and proactively contribute to Baxter’s commitment to zero harm in the workplace
Stay informed on emerging manufacturing technologies and industry trends to support innovation and best-practice implementation
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering field
Master’s degree experience in Engineering or related field
8+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably within the medical device, pharmaceutical, or healthcare industry
Demonstrated success leading engineering teams and managing complex manufacturing or process improvement projects
Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations, quality systems, and regulated environments
Knowledge of FDA, ISO, cGMP, and regulated manufacturing environments
Strong leadership and people development skills
Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities
Excellent communication and partner management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement mindset
Strong collaboration and multi-functional partnership skills
PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or other project/process improvement certifications
Experience with CAD software, simulation tools, and manufacturing data analysis
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
We are un-able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time
Nice to have
PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or other project/process improvement certifications
Experience with CAD software, simulation tools, and manufacturing data analysis
What we offer
Support for Parents
Continuing Education/ Professional Development
Employee Heath & Well-Being Benefits
Paid Time Off
2 Days a Year to Volunteer
medical and dental coverage that start on day one
insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
Flexible Spending Accounts
educational assistance programs
paid holidays
paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service