Jobs in Ridgewood New Jersey

With a passion for life

Join our diverse teams of passionate people and a career that allows you to develop both personally and professionally. At Getinge we exist to make life-saving technology accessible for more people. To make a true difference for our customers - and to save more lives, we need team players, forward thinkers, and game changers.

Are you looking for an inspiring career? You just found it.

Job Overview

Effectively design, develop, and document medical devices and medical equipment that satisfy internal and external customer needs and business objectives.

Job Responsibilities and Essential Duties

* Interprets customer specifications to define requirements for mechanical designs.

* Performs first principal analysis related to appropriate aspects of mechanical design.

* Provide support to peers, Jr Engineers, and Co-Ops.

* Applies the 3D CAD system to create mechanical design and drawings.

* Develops detailed fabrication and assembly drawings and performs tolerance analysis.

* Develop prototypes for design evaluation.

* Troubleshoot and resolve design & processing issues.

* Contributes to details of design documentation using electronic documentation systems.

* Collects, analyzes, and interprets data to propose recommendations.

* Develops & execute design verification protocols and technical reports.

* Work with internal and external resources on fabrication, inspection, and testing of new product parts and assemblies.

* Develop & debug prototype tooling / equipment and processes.

* Develop test methods and fixtures.

* Formulate plans & methods to accomplish assignments with appropriate oversight.

* Works independently and prioritizes assigned tasks with guidance.

* Contribute to project planning activities.

* Train technicians and operators on new process techniques.

Minimum Requirements

* BS in engineering discipline, mechanical preferred.

* Minimum 2-4 years related experience, or an MS and less than one year experience.

* Experience with a solid modeling CAD program, preferably SolidWorks and/or ProE.

* Experience in medical equipment / device design with experience in electromechanical, electro- pneumatic, and/or blood pumping equipment development.

* Knowledge in medical device industry regulations and practices - ISO 13485, ISO 7198 & GMP.

* Proficiency with Microsoft Windows, MS Office applications, and Adobe Acrobat.

* Experience with Microsoft Visio and Microsoft Project preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Design for Manufacturability and Assembly, DFM&A (cost/tooling/process considerations), preferably using SolidWorks CAD software.

* Understanding in design and development of injection molded plastic, plastic extrusion, casting, sheet metal, metal stampings, additive manufacturing processes, and machined metal components, and assemblies with high part counts highly desirable.

* Knowledge of mechanical design and development using metric ANSI/ISO dimensioning and drafting standards highly desirable.

* Understanding of GD&T, mechanical measurement and testing equip., and statistical analysis of test data.

* Experience with electronic document control systems in medical device and/or medical equipment design and development.

* Highly skilled at analytical reasoning, mechanism design, creative problem solving, and mathematical analysis.

* Ability to create and meet scheduled timelines (manage and coordinate tasks as required).

* Ability to work in a team environment.

* Strong communication skills.

* Competent in use of Microsoft Office tools.

* Ability to operate test equipment such as various pressure and flow measurement equipment, temperature/humidity chambers, PC-based data recorders, simulators, DVM's and oscilloscopes.

* Familiarity and the ability to operate basic shop equipment such as hand tools, a drill and Dremel.

* Understand and interpret simple wiring diagrams.

* Familiarity with Agile Scrum and waterfall project planning methods

This is a "Defined Term" assignment that will last approximately 6 months or until project is complete. Defined Term employees are eligible for most benefits (including health insurance and paid time off) while on assignment.

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About us

With a firm belief that every person and community should have access to the best possible care, Getinge provides hospitals and life science institutions with products and solutions aiming to improve clinical results and optimize workflows. The offering includes products and solutions for intensive care, cardiovascular procedures, operating rooms, sterile reprocessing and life science. Getinge employs over 12,000 people worldwide and the products are sold in more than 135 countries.

Benefits at Getinge:

At Getinge, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

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• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits
  
• 401k plan with company match
  
• Paid Time Off
  
• Wellness initiative & Health Assistance Resources
  
• Life Insurance
  
• Short and Long Term Disability Benefits
  
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  
• Commuter Benefits
  

Getinge is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

With a passion for life

Join our diverse teams of passionate people and a career that allows you to develop both personally and professionally. At Getinge we exist to make life-saving technology accessible for more people. To make a true difference for our customers - and to save more lives, we need team players, forward thinkers, and game changers.

Are you looking for an inspiring career? You just found it.

Job Overview

This is a defined term/fixed term position for one year with a potential to convert to regular hire at the end of the year.

The People Experience Specialist is a key member of the People Experience team responsible for delivering a simple, human, and helpful HR experience. This role supports employees, managers, and HR Business Partners by responding to inquiries related to benefits, payroll, disability and leave management, and HRIS and reporting. In addition to daily support through the HR Helpline (walk in's, email, phone, and system requests), the People Experience Specialist contributes to our digital transformation by promoting selfservice tools, leveraging AIenabled solutions, and identifying opportunities to streamline and improve HR processes. This role blends operational excellence with a humancentric approach to ensure all stakeholders receive timely, accurate, and empathetic support.

Job Responsibilities and Essential Duties

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• Serve as the first-line contact for employees, managers, and HR Business Partners on questions related to benefits, payroll, disability and leave management, HR policies, and general employment inquiries through email, phone, and case management systems.
  
• Manage daytoday HR operations, including digital onboarding workflows, employee lifecycle transactions (new hires, terminations, transfers, compensation and personal changes), and documentation while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a positive employee experience.
  
• Leverage technology, automation, and AIenabled tools to streamline routine processes, promote selfservice, and improve response times while maintaining human touchpoints for critical or sensitive moments.
  
• Conduct selfaudits and peer reviews to ensure data integrity, compliance, and adherence to established procedures, resolving discrepancies as needed.
  
• Support benefits administration, including enrollments, invoice reconciliation, data audits, and coordination with thirdparty vendors for leaves of absence and background screening processes.
  
• Generate and distribute recurring and adhoc HR reports (e.g., employee changes, timeoff reports, overtime, pay calculations) to support business needs and data-driven decision-making.
  
• Contribute to ongoing enhancements in People Experience by identifying opportunities for process improvement.
  
• Participate in policy simplification efforts and support knowledge management through improved documentation and self-service content.
  
• Support the deployment of HR projects and initiatives in collaboration with People & Culture Partners and Global People Processes teams, ensuring local alignment and smooth implementation.
  
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support organizational development and evolution, as discussed during the Performance Development Process (PDP).
  

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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• Associates' Degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
  
• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience within a Human Resources, and/or Employee Service Center or a Customer Service environment.
  
• Experience with HRIS Systems such as UKG and Success Factors products preferred.
  
• Basic knowledge and understanding of benefit plans and administration required.
  
• Basic knowledge of payroll, understanding of check details deductions, pay calculations is required.
  
• Skilled in using HR digital tools such as AI
  
• Must be customer-focused and detail oriented. Demonstrated ability to provide a high level of responsiveness and customer attention and service.
  
• Strong attention to detail.
  
• Proactive and solution-oriented individual that works well in a team environment.
  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to maintain confidentiality of human resources information and actions.
  
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  

Salary range: $37-$38.50/hr

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About us

With a firm belief that every person and community should have access to the best possible care, Getinge provides hospitals and life science institutions with products and solutions aiming to improve clinical results and optimize workflows. The offering includes products and solutions for intensive care, cardiovascular procedures, operating rooms, sterile reprocessing and life science. Getinge employs over 12,000 people worldwide and the products are sold in more than 135 countries.

Benefits at Getinge:

At Getinge, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• 
  
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits
  
• 401k plan with company match
  
• Paid Time Off
  
• Wellness initiative & Health Assistance Resources
  
• Life Insurance
  
• Short and Long Term Disability Benefits
  
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  
• Commuter Benefits
  
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
  
• Tuition Reimbursement
  

Getinge is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

With a passion for life

Join our diverse teams of passionate people and a career that allows you to develop both personally and professionally. At Getinge we exist to make life-saving technology accessible for more people. To make a true difference for our customers - and to save more lives, we need team players, forward thinkers, and game changers.

Are you looking for an inspiring career? You just found it.

Job Overview

The Manager, Collagen Operations serves as the sole site leader for the Mahwah, NJ Collagen facility and carries full responsibility for all site personnel decisions, site performance, and operational escalations. This role ensures the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of the site while driving a strong culture of quality, engagement, and continuous improvement.

This position is accountable for the implementation of operational strategy as defined by the Getinge France (La Ciotat) leadership team. The Manager must ensure that all production activities adhere to U.S. regulatory protocols, including FDA, ISO, GMP, ESD, and Medical Device requirements, while also ensuring that all U.S. people practices (HR, safety, compliance, labor standards) are fully adopted and consistently upheld.

The Manager leads the site in achieving production, safety, quality, and delivery objectives while ensuring strong communication, alignment, and reporting back to the Getinge France entity.

Key Responsibilities

Site Leadership & Escalations

Serve as the highest-ranking leader on-site, responsible for daily operational oversight.

Act as the primary escalation point for all personnel, safety, compliance, and operational matters.

Maintain a proactive presence on the production floor; ensure alignment between site activities and La Ciotat leadership direction.

Lead all site-level communication, engagement efforts, and leadership routines.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

Serve as the site owner for safety, quality, and environmental compliance.

Ensure strict adherence to all U.S. regulatory requirements, including FDA, ISO, GMP, ESD, environmental, and medical device standards.

Ensure all U.S. people practices-including investigations, corrective action processes, documentation, training standards, and HR compliance-are consistently applied.

Guarantee timely and effective management of nonconformances, CAPAs, and deviations; lead site-level reviews and escalations.

Operations Management

Lead the execution of the annual production plan and ensure on-time delivery in alignment with customer needs and La Ciotat directives.

Oversee production scheduling, resource planning, inventory management, and staffing decisions.

Ensure production equipment, cleanroom environments, and facilities are properly maintained and audit-ready.

Manage manufacturing engineering and support functions to drive continuous improvement, cost savings, and process optimization.

Ensure documentation accuracy and compliance, including SOPs, controlled documents, training records, and batch documentation.

People Leadership

Full responsibility for all site personnel management, including hiring, onboarding, development, coaching, performance management, and employee relations.

Drive a culture of engagement, teamwork, and accountability consistent with Getinge values and U.S. people practices.

Set clear objectives, oversee workload planning, conduct performance reviews, and support career development.

Cross-Functional & Global Collaboration

Collaborate closely with the La Ciotat Production Director and France-based teams to ensure alignment on operational execution, reporting, and strategy.

Partner with U.S.-based HR, Quality, EHS, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to ensure compliance and best practices across all site functions.

Coordinate validation, feasibility builds, technical projects, and operational readiness with sustaining engineering and global partners.

Essential Duties

Organize and manage site production resources to meet daily, weekly, and annual plans.

Anticipate operational needs and align staffing with forecasts.

Define short-term production plans compatible with demand and capacity.

Lead investigations into deviations, failures, or operational issues and implement corrective actions.

Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance and technical shutdowns.

Submit and manage investment requests to support operational goals.

Ensure all personnel comply with safety rules, gowning, cleanroom regulations, and quality protocols.

Maintain readiness for internal and external audits at all times.

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma required; advanced education preferred.

3-5 years of experience as a production manager in medical device or similarly regulated environment.

Experience in cleanroom or controlled environment operations preferred.

Demonstrated ability to lead teams and run a manufacturing site with a high level of autonomy.

Strong computer skills; SAP experience a plus.

Targeted salary range: $138,000- $145,000, depending upon experience and location +15% bonus target

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About us

With a firm belief that every person and community should have access to the best possible care, Getinge provides hospitals and life science institutions with products and solutions aiming to improve clinical results and optimize workflows. The offering includes products and solutions for intensive care, cardiovascular procedures, operating rooms, sterile reprocessing and life science. Getinge employs over 12,000 people worldwide and the products are sold in more than 135 countries.

Benefits at Getinge:

At Getinge, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• 
  
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits
  
• 401k plan with company match
  
• Paid Time Off
  
• Wellness initiative & Health Assistance Resources
  
• Life Insurance
  
• Short and Long Term Disability Benefits
  
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  
• Commuter Benefits
  
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
  
• Tuition Reimbursement
  

Getinge is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

About Kinetic Brands

Unconventional brands for unconventional people.

Kinetic is a full-stack brand operator managing a portfolio of digital brands. The brands we operate are the opposite of basic. Each brand has a distinct identity, memorable product, and cult following. Through our full-stack infrastructure (meaning we manage everything in-house–including fulfillment, supply chain, R&D, marketing, and development), we create bespoke products that stand out even in the most crowded of industries.

About the Role

We are looking for a dynamic Chief of Staff to support the Chief Operating Officer and President. This is an exciting opportunity to partner with the executive team in overseeing a complex, multi-brand organization. The ideal candidate’s intellectual curiosity will drive them to holistically understand the business while their extreme ownership will result in them approaching business decisions and deliverables with the highest degree of thoughtfulness.

You will

• Partner with leadership to frame decisions, evaluate tradeoffs, and optimize outcomes across brand, product, operations, and finance. Recommend courses of action after acquiring data and conducting research.
• Identify issues before they become fires; extinguish the ones that already are by coordinating various teams to singular outcomes.
• Partner with executives to identify, coach, and develop high-potential directors, strengthening leadership capability, addressing gaps head-on, and accelerating readiness for expanded responsibility.
• Break down silos by strengthening cross-functional communication, clarifying ownership, and improving how work moves across the organization.
• Organize and manage cross-functional projects and key initiatives, establishing clear goals, timelines, and ownership.
• Synthesize complex information into clear insights, recommendations, and next steps.
• Learn and understand processes and systems, identifying opportunities for improvement
• Ensure meetings are well-structured, decisions are documented, and follow-through is clear. Document key decisions, assumptions, and tradeoffs to support learning over time.
• Take ownership of special initiatives that cut across teams or require senior-level attention. Step in as a problem-solver when something important is stuck or unclear.

You have

• A holistic understanding of business operations and financials; experience in small organizations, DTC, consumer goods, manufacturing, or a related environment preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to balance multiple factors and perspectives to support high-quality decision-making.
• The capacity for exceptional discretion and judgment when handling sensitive leadership, personnel, and strategic issues.
• The curiosity to go wide and deep. Gathering knowledge and insights from throughout the organization, across all departments.
• A track record of developing cross-functional relationships by demonstrating competence, trustworthiness, humility, and willingness to learn.
• Experience managing/organizing projects and tracking/reporting on progress of key initiatives.
• Interest in brand marketing and consumer goods; experience or enthusiasm for cosmetics is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complexity into clarity.
• A business degree in finance, operations, law, or management; MBA a plus
• Nice to have: experience founding or leading a startup or small company, with firsthand exposure to ambiguity, resource constraints, and rapid decision-making

Perks

• Healthcare You Can Count On – Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you covered when it matters most.
• Unlimited PTO – Take the time you need—we trust you (plus, we require a minimum!).
• Paid Parental Leave – 12 weeks paid + 4 weeks eased return to work. Family first!
• 401k Match – We match 4% to help grow your future.
• Monthly Home Office Stipend – We cover part of your phone or internet bill.
• Employee Discounts – Big savings on our products, just for you!

Work environment

• Hybrid - This role is required to be onsite at our Passaic, NJ warehouse 2-4 days a week and at our Jersey City, NJ office 1-2 days a week.

Kinetic Brands is an equal opportunity employer — we believe being successful is directly tied to creating a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment.

Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Engineer to build and manage our data infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be an expert in writing complex SQL queries, designing efficient database schemas, and developing ETL/ELT pipelines. You will ensure data is accurate, accessible, and optimized for performance to support business intelligence, analytics, and reporting needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Database Design & Management: Design, develop, and maintain relational databases (e.g. SQL Server, ProgressSQL, Oracle) and cloud-based data warehouses.
• Strategic SQL and Data Engineering: Develop sophisticated, optimized SQL queries, stored procedures, and functions to process and analyze large, complex datasets for actionable business insights.
• Data Pipeline Automation & Orchestration:Help build, automate, and orchestrate ETL/ELT workflows utilizing SQL, Python, and cloud-native tools to integrate and transform data from diverse, distributed sources.
• Performance Optimization: Tune queries and optimize database schema (indexing, partitioning, normalization) to improve data retrieval and processing speeds.
• Data Integrity & Security: Ensure data quality, consistency, and integrity across systems. Implement data masking, encryption, and role-based access control (RBAC).
• Documentation: Maintain technical documentation for database schemas, data dictionaries, and ETL workflows.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• SQL Mastery: 5+ years of experience with advanced SQL (window functions, CTEs, query optimization).
• Database Expertise: Deep understanding of relational database management systems (RDBMS) and data modeling techniques.
• Cloud Platforms: Demonstrated experience with Azure Data Services and other data warehouse technologies.
• Programming: Proficiency in Python for scripting and data manipulation.
• ETL Tools: Familiarity with tools like SSIS or Azure Data Factory.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience with NoSQL databases (Cosmos DB, MongoDB).
• Experience with big data frameworks (Apache Spark, Kafka).
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate, Google Professional Data Engineer).

Typical Work Environment

• Tools Used: SQL IDEs (DBeaver, SSMS), Cloud Consoles, Git, Jira, SSIS.
• Industry: Leasing.

Salary is $130-$140k

The Food Scientist II reports directly to the Research & Technical Development Lead and plays a critical role in advancing technical platforms, ingredient research, and process feasibility for snack and confectionery products. This role is responsible for developing scalable scientific solutions that support the company’s innovation pipeline. The position focuses on early-stage formulation science, functionality modeling, and technical risk mitigation prior to commercialization handoff.

The Food Scientist operates within the Technical & Research Team and collaborates closely with the Product Development & Commercialization Team during scale-up and launch readiness phases.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Technical Platform Development

· Support the Research & Technical Development Lead in building and optimizing core technology platforms (e.g., probiotic systems, fiber enriched system, sugar reduction system, hydrocolloid systems, protein enhanced system).

· Conduct ingredient functionality studies to understand structure-function relationships.

· Develop reusable technical frameworks that enable multiple pipeline products.

2. Advanced Formulation Science

· Design and optimize complex formulations for snack and confectionery applications.

· Investigate texture stability, moisture migration, hydrolysis risks, glass transition behavior, and shelf-life quality indicator.

· Conduct structured root cause analysis for technical performance issues.

· Translate scientific findings into scalable formulation strategies.

3. Process Feasibility & Risk Mitigation

· Evaluate processing parameters (e.g., heating time, vacuum, Brix, pH, Aw) to ensure technical robustness.

· Identify potential scalability constraints early in development.

· Support pilot-scale validation and collaborate with commercialization teams as needed.

4. Stability Prediction

· Design preliminary accelerated and real-time stability studies.

· Establish quality benchmarks for texture, moisture, color, and API ingredients.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Partner with Product Development during transition from research to commercialization.

· Provide technical input to embedded analytical and compliance resources.

· Support supplier technical assessments and ingredient validation.

6. Documentation & Technical Governance

· Maintain accurate and complete formulation documentation in designated systems.

· Develop detailed technical reports and risk assessments for internal review.

Qualifications:

· Master’s degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.

· 2–4+ years of experience in snack and/or confectionery and/or gummy and/or bars of R&D.

· Strong knowledge of hydrocolloids, fiber systems, sugar reduction systems, and moisture control mechanisms.

Product Designer

Optomi, in partnership with a leading media organization, is looking for a Product Designer, OTT. The Product Designer, OTT will play a critical role in shaping how audiences experience live and on-demand content across connected-TV platforms. This role focuses on designing intuitive, media-rich experiences optimized for the television screen — helping viewers navigate content, engage with live news, and access video seamlessly major OTT surfaces. The ideal candidate combines strong product thinking with a deep understanding of 10-foot UI design, lean-back viewing behavior, and the constraints of building across multiple connected-TV platforms.

What the right candidate will enjoy:

• Designing innovative OTT experiences for major connected-TV platforms
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced media environment
• Contributing to scalable design systems

What type of experience does the right candidate have:

• 2–4+ years of experience in product design, UX/UI design, or interaction design
• Strong portfolio demonstrating dual screen interaction and 10-foot UI design
• Experience designing consumer-facing products across multiple platforms

What the responsibilities are of the right candidate:

• Design intuitive, platform-appropriate OTT experiences
• Own and evolve core OTT surfaces including home screens and video players
• Translate editorial priorities into visually compelling interfaces
• Collaborate with product and engineering to define interaction patterns and release requirements
• Leverage user research to continuously improve usability and engagement