Job Summary Work both independently and lead cross-functional teams to continually improve manufacturing processes and execute New Product Introductions (NPI) that achieve growth and scale-up targets and deliver continually improving operational performance in Safety, Quality, Delivery/Lead Time, and Cost (SQDC).Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and implement recent/improved manufacturing processes utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles and tools, including required process documentation and training.Optimize production workflows, work cell design, equipment, and tooling.Collaborate with engineering, R&D, quality, supply chain, operation teams and external partners to facilitate innovative process improvement initiatives.Lead the implementation of NPI projects.Utilize structured problem-solving methods to solve complex problems and deliver Root Cause and corrective actions for the site.Manage projects and project teams to achieve targets and provide periodic progress reports to management.Lead and mentor junior engineers.Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.Required Skills Lean ManufacturingProject ManagementManufacturing process development and implementationMechanical tooling/equipment/fixture designProficient in CAD softwareKnowledge of quality management systems, regulatory compliance (ISO 9001), and experience in process validation methodsStrong analytical and structured problem-solving skills including experiment design/process simulation,
and statistical data analysis toolsPreferred Skills Automation and/or design for automation (DFA)Design for Manufacturability and/or Assembly (DFM/DFA)Machine designErgonomics and human factors engineering experienceExperience with enterprise resource planning (ERP)/manufacturing execution software (MES)Familiarity Maintenance and Facilities experience a plusEmployee Health and Safety (EH&S) experience a plusPersonal Characteristics Highly collaborative team player, approachable and able build trust across the organizationExcellent communication skills from shop floor to the executive levelLeads by example and demonstrates behaviours consistent with Bio-Techne EPIC values (Empowerment, Passion, Innovation and Collaboration)Demonstrates a bias for action and relentlessly dives the implementation of Lean Manufacturing and structured problem-solvingQualifications Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical engineering or a related field with 8-10 years or work experience or Master’s degree in with 6-8 years of experience.Manufacturing Engineering and process implementation in a Low Volume, High Mix, semi-automated operational environment.Why Join Bio-Techne We offer competitive insurance benefits including: medical; dental; long-term disability; life and group income protection; and personal accident and travel.We invest in our employee’s financial futures through a Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (Group RRSP) and a Tax-Free Savings