Senior Manager Manufacturing Engineering

Ortho Clinical Diagnostics • Rochester, NY

22d • $128,000 - $218,000 • Onsite

About The Position

QuidelOrtho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers with fast, accurate and consistent testing where and when they are needed most - home to hospital, lab to clinic. Our culture puts our team members first and prioritizes actions that support happiness, inspiration and engagement. We strive to build meaningful connections with each other as we believe that employee happiness and business success are linked. Join us in our mission to transform the power of diagnostics into a healthier future for all. The Role The Senior Manager of Manufacturing Engineering will lead a team of engineers and technical professionals to drive world-class manufacturing performance in a high-speed medical device production environment. This role is responsible for improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), implementing automation solutions, and leading continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, quality, and cost efficiency while ensuring compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, and GMP regulations. This position will be onsite in our Rochester, NY.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering (Master's preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Strong background in continuous improvement and structured problem solving.
• Strong background in automation technologies ((PLCs, robotics, motion control, vision systems, and HMI/SCADA)
• Working knowledge of FDA, ISO 13485, and GMP requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with data analysis, SPC, and manufacturing performance tools (Power BI, Ignition, or similar).

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of manufacturing and automation engineers to optimize production performance and reliability.
• Build a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous learning within the engineering team.
• Mentor engineers in technical and leadership competencies.
• Promote collaboration between engineering, maintenance, and production teams.
• Develop and execute engineering strategies focused on OEE improvement, lean manufacturing, and process automation.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, and Maintenance to ensure manufacturing systems are robust, validated, and scalable.
• Define engineering roadmaps for automation, process optimization, and new technology adoption.
• Lead structured problem-solving (DMAIC, 8D, A3) to eliminate process inefficiencies and waste.
• Drive Kaizen, SMED, 5S, and other lean initiatives to increase uptime and reduce cycle times.
• Ensure processes and equipment meet FDA and ISO 13485 requirements.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned

Benefits

• QuidelOrtho offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with a 401(k) plan, employee assistance program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (including sick time) and paid Holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level