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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 Complaint Engineer I conducts complaint investigations to identify causes of reported product defects. The role analyzes complaint data to detect undesirable trends and performs escalation request to drive effective corrective actions. It collaborates crossfunctionally to support timely resolution of product issues and support corrective and preventive actions.

Job Responsibilities and Essential Duties

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• Perform complaint investigations to determine potential cause(s). This includes evaluating field-reported information, reviewing applicable risk assessments, instructions for use (IFU), trend data, and other relevant documentation. The primary goal is to determine possible failure mechanisms and contributing factors related to the reported issue
  
• Initiate, own and support Corrective and/or Preventive Actions
  
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly data analysis of complaints to identify adverse trends
  
• This is not an inclusive list of job responsibilities
  

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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• Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline.
  
• Minimum of 1 year experience in complaint handling and complaint investigations for medical devices.
  
• General understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices, good Documentation Practices FDA regulations, and ISO requirements.
  
• Experience with Complaint, Corrective and Preventive Actions, Field Actions processes.
  
• Experienced with handling Biohazard materials.
  

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• Experience with laboratory work in the medical devices industry.
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Power Bi, Excel, Word, Outlook)
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for investigation and root cause analysis
  
• Strong interpersonal skills.
  
• Good organizational skills. Must be able to adhere to timelines.
  
• Basic understanding of statistical analysis.
  
• Basic understanding of quality systems
  

The base salary for the position is a minimum salary of 85,000 and a maximum of 90,000, plus 8% Annual Bonus

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.

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 Quality Engineer I Quality Operations specializes in Quality Operations, and is responsible for overseeing and improving the quality of manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and customer satisfaction. You will play a key role in ensuring that our manufacturing operations meet the highest standards of quality and efficiency while adhering to relevant regulations and industry best practices.

Job Responsibilities and Essential Duties

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• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control processes and procedures for manufacturing operations to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
  
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess manufacturing quality and identify opportunities for improvement.
  
• Participate/ Lead validation and verification activities for manufacturing processes, equipment, and software systems to ensure they meet quality and regulatory requirements.
  
• Develop/ review validation protocols, execute validation studies, and analyze data to ensure process robustness and reliability.
  
• Ensures through Design Transfer activities the Device Master Records (DMRs) contents are developed, controlled, and maintained leading to Risk based Manufacturing Control Plans.
  
• Support/ Investigate and resolve Out of Tolerance events identified during equipment/ instrument calibrations.
  
• Investigate product nonconformances, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
  
• Track and monitor CAPA effectiveness to ensure issues are resolved and prevented.
  
• Support the Health and Hazard Evaluation process by gathering required data and performing in-depth analysis prior to sharing the information with the Field Action Committee.
  
• Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) to address root causes and prevent recurrence of quality issues.
  
• Facilitate risk management activities related to manufacturing processes, identifying, and mitigating risks to product quality, safety, and efficacy.
  
• Implement risk-based decision-making processes to prioritize quality activities and allocate resources effectively.
  
• Lead and support continuous improvement projects aimed at enhancing manufacturing processes, reducing defects, and optimizing productivity.
  
• Utilize quality tools and methodologies, such as Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and Statistical Process Control (SPC), to drive process optimization and waste reduction.
  
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, including FDA Quality System Regulation (QSR), ISO 13485, and other international standards.
  
• Support both internal and external audits as an SME for Production & Process Controls and presents records of activities related to Design Transfer for New Product Development and Design Changes.
  

Minimum Requirements

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• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Science, or other related field is required.
  
• Six Sigma Green Belt or other applicable certifications are a plus.
  
• Minimum 1 year experience in Quality or Engineering.
  
• Experience in a medical device or pharmaceutical industry.
  
• Experience with Class III disposable and/or Electro-Mechanical medical devices is preferred.
  
• Knowledge and understanding of the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, EU MDD, and EU MDR. Knowledgeable on specific requirements for Design Controls and Risk Management is preferred.
  
• Knowledge of application & selection of Sampling Plans, to support Risk based Manufacturing Controls Plans.
  
• Project management and leadership experience is desirable.
  
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products such as Word, Excel, or equivalent software applications.
  

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Proficiency in quality tools and methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, FMEA, Gage R&R).
  
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
  
• Ability to review and understand technical standards and their requirements for products.
  
• Lead improvement initiatives, either independently or as part of cross-functional teams
  

The base salary for this the position is a minimum salary of $87,000 and a maximum of $90,000 with 8% annual bonus

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.

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.

JobOverview

The Staff Engineer, Sustainabilityleads sustainability initiatives across product development, operations, and supply chain whileestablishinggovernance frameworks. It ensures measurable environmental impact reductions, compliance with FDA/ISO standards, and trusted performance metrics aligned with business strategy.

Job Responsibilities and Essential Duties

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  Drive carbon reduction roadmap and eco-design principles.

  
  
  

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  Lead lifecycle assessments and integrate sustainability into product development.

  
  
  

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  Support compliance with ISO 14001, ISO 14040, and FDA standards.

  
  
  

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  Ensure raw material complianceto include RoHS, REACH, EU MDR Prop65

  
  
  

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  Define and standardizegovernance & KPI'sacross teams.

  
  
  

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  Review and updategovernanceto align with evolving strategies.

  
  
  

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  Degree in Engineering, Sustainability,Project Management,or Data&Analytics.

  
  
  

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  7+years in sustainability, governance, or regulated environments.

  
  
  

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  Knowledge of lifecycle assessment, ISO frameworks, and BI tools (Power BI, Tableau).

  
  
  

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Salary range: $98,000.00 - $125,000.00 plus bonus targeted at 10% (depending on overall company performance)

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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
  
• 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.

Job Title: React Native Engineer

Location: Newark, NJ (Hybrid)

Duration: 6+ Months

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• Work collaboratively with Brand, Design/Creative, Product, Accessibility, User Research, Analytics and Technology SMEs.
  
• Create and maintain mobile branding, themes, components, modules, patterns and templates as reusable libraries, test automations and documentation.
  
• Adhere to clients Brand, Design, Engineering and Accessibility guidelines and standards.
  
• Provide leadership on implementing and improving mobile platform coding standards, tools and workflow.
  
• Prioritize and orchestrate the work of others.
  
• Consult closely with Product teams who develop full mobile native applications.
  

What You'll Need:

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• Must have experience in an agency environment or regulated industry (financial services preferred).
  
• Must possess at least 5 years of iOS and Android development experience. Use of React Native is mandatory; occasional lower-level Swift/Gradle interoperability is a plus.
  
• Must have experience coding, publishing and maintaining mobile libraries over several major versions.
  
• Have solid experience coding and supporting automated tests against UI libraries (Vitest/Jest preferred) and high-value journey flows (Appium or equivalent).
  
• Must have experience crafting accessible experiences including interactions with assistive technologies.
  
• Must have experience with Figma, possess strong design-thinking and be comfortable working in a design-led product development environment.
  
• Additional pluses include the use of Storybook, Figma Code Connect, BrowserStack/Saucelabs for visual and automated QA, mainstream AI agents, and Github Actions (or equivalent).
  
• Have experience mentoring junior associates and facilitating a "we win together" ethos.
  

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.

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• Facilitate workshops, demos, onboarding sessions, and cross?domain engagements to drive Marketplace adoption.
  
• Serve as the primary technical presenter of the Marketplace for domain teams and stakeholders.
  
• Engage with domain owners to understand their data products, help refine their articulation, and showcase how they integrate into the Marketplace ecosystem.
  
• Configure and maintain demo environments for Marketplace capabilities, data products, and new features.
  
• Support light development, proof?of?concept configurations, and sample integrations to demonstrate platform capabilities.
  
• Translate technical Marketplace concepts into clear, business?friendly language for non?technical audiences.
  
• Collect structured feedback from domain teams, synthesize insights, and partner with product and engineering to influence the roadmap.
  
• Develop and refine training materials, demos, playbooks, and onboarding assets to support continuous adoption.
  
• Act as an advocate for domains, ensuring their data product needs and challenges are well represented in Marketplace planning.
  
• Support ongoing adoption initiatives, including community sessions, office hours, and cross?domain knowledge sharing.
  

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• 4-7+ years of experience in data engineering, platform engineering, solution engineering, technical consulting, or similar roles.
  
• Strong understanding of data products, data modeling concepts, data APIs, enterprise integrations and metadata?driven architectures.
  
• Ability to configure and demonstrate platform features, build light proofs?of?concept, and support technical onboarding.
  
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience translating technical concepts for business partners.
  
• Experience facilitating workshops, leading demos, or driving customer/product adoption initiatives.
  
• Ability to engage domain teams, understand their data product needs, and help articulate value within a larger ecosystem.
  
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills across engineering, product, and business teams.
  
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• Experience with data product and governance frameworks, data marketplaces, data mesh concepts, or platform adoption roles.
  
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• Experience developing demo environments, sample apps, or repeatable platform enablement assets.
  
• Strong storytelling ability when explaining data product value, domain capabilities, and Marketplace patterns.
  

Why You'll Love Working at Avantor

At Avantor, you're not just joining a finance team-you're stepping into a missiondriven organization where your insights and leadership truly matter. As a Sr. Accountant, you will:

Make a Visible Impact

Your work directly influences financial accuracy, operational excellence, and strategic business decisions across a global enterprise.

Grow Your Career with Intention

Elevate your technical accounting skills, deepen your SOX expertise, or expand into leadership-Avantor supports professional growth at every stage.

Lead Through Influence

Collaborate closely with Engineering, FP&A, and crossfunctional partners. Your coaching, mentorship, and process ownership will improve team performance and strengthen our financial operations.

Thrive in an Inclusive, Collaborative Culture

We value cultural confidence and competence. You'll work with diverse teams that welcome diverse perspectives and promote a sense of belonging.

Leverage Modern Tools & Systems

Your SAP and ERP experience will be put to strategic use as you participate in process enhancements, system optimization, and internal control strengthening.

Drive Process Improvements

Bring your ideas, identify gaps, and implement workflows that elevate operational efficiency and accuracy.

Competitive Salary & Stability

This role offers a competitive salary up to $110,000 and the stability of a global, established, and growthoriented organization.

Built for EST Candidates

Ideal for candidates located in NY, NJ, or PA, where collaboration aligns seamlessly with business needs and time zone requirements.

What We're Looking For

To attract the most qualified talent, we emphasize these key criteria:

Required Competencies

• Willing to work in the Eastern Time Zone (preferably based in NY, NJ, PA)

• Culturally confident and culturally competent communicator

• Strong SAP and ERP system experience

• Experience in team leadership, coaching, and mentoring

• Proven process implementation and continuous improvement mindset

• High accountability and ownership of work quality

• SOX control experience

• Fixed asset accounting expertise

• Salary requirement: up to $110,000 maximum

Role Overview

Under general supervision, the Sr. Accountant will collaborate with partners across the organization to:

• Provide detailed reports, including profit/loss projections

• Present financial reports and insights to internal leaders

• Analyze financial data and propose solutions to accounting issues

• Investigate and provide feedback on irregularities

• Support monthend, quarterend, and yearend closing processes

• Ensure SOX compliance and support remediation efforts

• Assist internal and external audit processes

• Manage fixed asset accounting including acquisition, classification, depreciation, and disposal

• Partner with Engineering on capital project accounting (budgets, AUC tracking, requests, capitalization)

• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, roll forwards, and variance analysis

• Conduct balance sheet reconciliations and validate subsystem accuracy

• Support tax filings (sales/use tax)

• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance accuracy & efficiency

• Validate accuracy of work product and uphold quality standards

Who You Are

You demonstrate a balance of technical depth, operational awareness, and the ability to collaborate across diverse teams. You also bring:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

• 3-6+ years of relevant experience

• Strong ERP experience (SAP preferred)

• Intermediate-Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables)

• Solid GAAP knowledge and internal controls understanding

• Strong organizational skills and exceptional followup

• Proactive problemsolver with continuous improvement orientation

• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively

• High degree of discretion, professionalism, and critical thinking

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

Pay Transparency:

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is

Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Know Your Rights poster.

3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:

By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.

Avantor offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness programs, health savings and flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, and an employee stock purchase program. Employees also receive 11 paid holidays, accrue 18 PTO days annually, are eligible for volunteer time off and 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave (except in states that offer paid family leave). These benefits may not apply to employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement or those subject to other eligibility rules.

About Chiral Photonics

Chiral Photonics is a fast-growing photonics manufacturing company enabling next-generation optical connectivity. We specialize in high-precision fiber-optic components and assemblies that support advanced data center, AI, and communications infrastructure. As we scale production, we are building strong operational foundations rooted in standard work, quality, and continuous improvement.

Role Overview

The Production Floor Manager owns the day-to-day execution of manufacturing operations on the production floor. This role is responsible for meeting daily and weekly production goals, ensuring adherence to SOPs and work instructions, maintaining a clean and organized floor, and supporting production teams through hands-on leadership, equipment troubleshooting, and close collaboration with Production Director, Operations, Engineering and R&D teams.

This is a highly visible role critical to scaling output while maintaining Chiral’s high standards for precision, quality, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

Production Execution & Performance

• Lead daily production floor operations, ensuring work is executed according to plan and priorities.
• Own achievement of daily and weekly output targets (e.g., standard orders, batch completion, on-time delivery).
• Track and manage key production metrics such as:
• Units completed per day/week
• WIP levels by process step
• Throughput and cycle time
• Rework and defect trends
• Participate in and lead daily production huddles and weekly planning reviews.
• Ensure every technician has a work order and all parts are ready in advance of their scheduled shift. 
• Work closely with Operations Planning Coordinator to review forecasted plans and targets. 

Team Management

• Directly manage and support a production team of approximately 10-15 technicians (scaling over time).
• Provide clear daily direction, prioritize work, and rebalance resources as needed to meet goals.
• Coach technicians on standard work, quality expectations, and safe operating practices.
• Support onboarding and training of new production staff in partnership with Operations
• Review timecards for accuracy and completeness 

Standard Work, Quality & Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to SOPs, work instructions, and quality controls across all production activities.
• Enforce discipline around WIP management, including labeling, tracking, storage locations, and FIFO practices.
• Identify deviations from standard work and drive corrective actions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready production floor (5S mindset).

Equipment & Troubleshooting Support

• Act as first-line support for equipment issues and production interruptions.
• Troubleshoot common equipment and process issues alongside technicians.
• Escalate complex issues appropriately and coordinate with Process Engineering and Operations.
• Help minimize downtime and ensure fast recovery to standard operations.

Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Process Engineering to identify bottlenecks, yield issues, and improvement opportunities.
• Contribute ideas and data to drive process optimization, efficiency gains, and defect reduction.
• Support pilot changes, new process introductions, and scaling initiatives on the production floor.
• Provide structured feedback from operators to operations to be triaged for action with process / engineering / R&D.

Safety & Housekeeping

• Promote and enforce a safe working environment at all times.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, PPE requirements, and cleanliness standards.
• Address safety or housekeeping issues immediately and proactively.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience supervising or leading manufacturing operations (precision manufacturing, photonics, optics, electronics, or similar preferred).
• Strong understanding of production workflows, SOP-driven environments, and WIP control.
• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to work directly on the floor.
• Experience supporting equipment troubleshooting and process adherence.
• Strong communication skills and comfort working cross-functionally with engineering and operations.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in fiber-optic, photonics, semiconductor, medical device, or other high-precision manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience scaling production from low-volume to higher-volume operations.

About Chiral Photonics

Chiral Photonics is a fast-growing photonics manufacturing company enabling next-generation optical connectivity. We specialize in high-precision fiber-optic components and assemblies that support advanced data center, AI, and communications infrastructure. As we scale production, we are building strong operational foundations rooted in standard work, quality, and continuous improvement.

Role Overview

The Operations Project Manager sits at the intersection of production planning and project/program management and plays a critical role in translating customer demand, business strategy, and operational capabilities into executable plans.

This role is responsible for:

• Production Forecasting and Capacity Planning (~40%) — Developing and maintaining production forecasts and capacity plans to ensure the organization has the right people, stations, and sequencing in place to meet customer demand.
• Portfolio Project Management (~40%) — Driving execution and alignment across a portfolio of operational, manufacturing, engineering, and business initiatives, ensuring priorities are clearly sequenced, resources are allocated appropriately, and projects progress according to plan.
• Additional Assignments (~20%) — Supporting the Operations and Production Directors with operational initiatives as needed. This may include, but is not limited to, reviewing and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs) across the product lifecycle, supporting process improvement efforts, and assisting with operational coordination.



This is a highly cross-functional role that partners closely with Production, Process Engineering, R&D, Sales, and Leadership. The ideal candidate is structured, analytical, and detail-oriented, and is comfortable bringing clarity, organization, and strong follow-through to complex operational challenges.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production Forecasting & Planning (~40%)

• Own and maintain production forecasts across standard, custom, and R&D orders.
• Translate demand into capacity and resource plans, including labor, stations/equipment, and shift planning.
• Maintain resource models by station, value stream, and operator.
• Partner with Production, Process and Engineering to assign work, identify bottlenecks, and mitigate risks.
• Track forecast vs. actual performance and improve planning accuracy.
• Support planning in a high-mix, high-volume manufacturing environment with both production and R&D workstreams.
• Support scale decisions, including staffing, cross-training, additional stations, and automation opportunities.

2. Project & Portfolio Management (~40%)

• Manage a portfolio of cross-functional initiatives across manufacturing scale, process improvement, engineering enablement, and operational systems.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and dependencies.
• Drive execution by tracking actions, ensuring follow-through, and escalating risks.
• Help leadership sequence priorities and align resources across operational initiatives.
• Prepare status updates, dashboards, and decision materials.

3. Additional Assignments (~20%)

Support Operations and Production leadership with initiatives that improve execution, standardization, and cross-functional coordination, including:

• Maintaining and improving SOPs and work instructions across the product lifecycle.
• Supporting process improvement initiatives to improve throughput and reduce cycle time.
• Assisting with operational reporting, dashboards, and data analysis.
• Contributing to special projects and operational initiatives as needed.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing operations planning and program/project management, or manufacturing operations (startup or scale‑up experience strongly preferred)
• Strong analytical skills with hands‑on experience in:
• Forecasting and capacity planning
• Resource modeling and scenario analysis
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, evolving environment
• Ability to manage stakeholders at various levels.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in manufacturing, hardware, photonics, semiconductors, or advanced technology environments
• Familiarity with:
• High‑volume / high mix production
• R&D and custom order workflows
• Lean, continuous improvement, or operational excellence frameworks
• Advanced proficiency in Excel / Google Sheets; experience with planning or PM tools is a plus
  

Job Description:

We believe in bold ideas, diverse perspectives, and the drive to transform knowledge into impact. Here, your curiosity fuels progress, your voice shapes innovation, and your ambition helps redefine what's possible within science and learning. We are a culture that obsesses over impact, challenges, and drives what's next to power infinite possibilities for our customers, colleagues and society at large.

About the Role:

We power infinite possibilities.

For more than 200 years, we've transformed knowledge into discoveries that shape the world. Today, our global team of innovators, creators, and experts is driving what's next in science, education, and publishing-creating impact that reaches everywhere.

We're not just observers of progress. We're the ones accelerating scientific breakthroughs, advancing learning, and sparking innovation that redefines entire fields and improves lives.

Here, your talent matters. Your ideas have room to grow. And your work creates breakthroughs that can change everything.

Wiley is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants and treat all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Wiley is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact for assistance.

We are proud that our workplace promotes continual learning and internal mobility. Our values support courageous teammates, needle movers, and learning champions all while striving to support the health and well-being of all employees. We offer meeting-free Friday afternoons allowing more time for heads down work and professional development, and through a robust body of employee programing we facilitate a wide range of opportunities to foster community, learn, and grow.

We are committed to fair, transparent pay, and we strive to provide competitive compensation in addition to a comprehensive benefits package. The range below represents Wiley's good faith and reasonable estimate of the base pay for this role at the time of posting roles either in the United Kingdom, Canada or USA. It is anticipated that most qualified candidates will fall within the range, however the ultimate salary offered for this role may be higher or lower and will be set based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, skills, and competencies.

When applying, please attach your resume/CV to be considered.

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