<p>Work Schedule</p> <p>First Shift (Days)</p> <p>Environmental Conditions</p> <p>Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)</p> <p>Job Description</p> <p>Position: Senior PPI & Industrial Engineer - Spectroscopy Manufacturing</p> <p>Location: Madison, WI</p> <p>Schedule: Monday - Friday 1st Shift</p> <p>How You Will Make an Impact</p> <p>As a Senior PPI & Industrial Engineer supporting our Optical Spectroscopy operations in Madison, WI, you will serve as a key technical leader driving operational excellence across manufacturing processes for high-precision optical instrumentation. You will develop strategic improvements that improve throughput, reduce cost, strengthen process capability, and support scale-up across both legacy and new product lines. Your expertise will directly increase our ability to deliver innovative solutions to customers worldwide.</p> <p>What You Will Do</p> <p>Lead Critical Process Optimization</p> <ul> <li>Perform in-depth analysis of manufacturing workflows, equipment utilization, takt-time alignment, and material flow to identify and implement high-impact improvements. </li><li>Lead large-scale Lean initiatives-Kaizen events, value-stream mapping, standard work deployment-to improve efficiency and reduce operational waste. </li><li>Guide long-term material movement and layout optimization to support growth and scalability. </li></ul> <p>Drive Automation & Technology Integration</p> <ul> <li>Champion the identification, justification, and implementation of automation opportunities including semi-automated assembly, test automation, robotics, and digital manufacturing tools. </li><li>Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering and Product Engineering to integrate process improvements into new and existing systems. </li></ul> <p>Deliver Cost, Quality & Lead-Time Improvements</p> <ul> <li>Own and lead multi-functional cost-reduction initiatives focused on labor efficiency, material usage, scrap/rework reduction, and workflow redesign. </li><li>Support technical root-cause analyses and corrective actions for quality improvements, demonstrating data-driven methodologies. </li><li>Partner with NPI teams to ensure new product processes are scalable, well detailed, and aligned with manufacturing capabilities in Madison. </li></ul> <p>Champion Data-Driven Decision Making</p> <ul> <li>Develop and maintain critical key performance indicators and implement analytics dashboards for cycle time, throughput, yield, WIP, and efficiency. </li><li>Apply statistical methods (DOE, SPC, regression analysis, capability studies) to validate process changes and sustain improvements. </li><li>Present findings and recommendations to site leadership, influencing operational and strategic decisions. </li></ul> <p>How You Will Get Here</p> <p>Education</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or closely related field required. </li><li>Master's degree preferred but not required. </li></ul> <p>Experience</p> <ul> <li>Experience (5+ years) in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or operations engineering within a production environment. </li><li>Shown success leading Lean initiatives and multi-functional improvement projects. </li><li>Experience with automation technologies, robotics, PLC-based systems, or test automation preferred. </li></ul> <p>Knowledge, Skills & Abilities</p> <ul> <li>Expert-level understanding of Lean principles, value-stream mapping, time studies, line balancing, and continuous improvement methodologies. </li><li>Strong analytical skills with proficiency in statistical tools (Minitab, JMP, Excel). </li><li>Excellent communication, leadership, and project management abilities, with validated capability to lead teams without direct authority. </li><li>Hands-on approach, working directly on the manufacturing floor with technicians and engineers. </li><li>Six Sigma certification (Green or Black Belt) is a plus. </li></ul> <p>Benefits</p> <p>Thermo Fisher Scientific offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and development opportunities in a global organization that values growth and innovation.</p>