Thompson Surgical Instruments has an opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer . This role is responsible for developing, implementing, sustaining, and continuously improving manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, fixtures, and systems. The role supports production, new product industrialization, process validation, engineering changes, continuous improvement, and implementation of new manufacturing technologies. Manufacturing Engineers work cross-functionally with Production, Quality, R&D, Engineering, Purchasing, Supply Chain, and other functions to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, capacity, and overall manufacturing performance. The position uses structured problem solving, process data, engineering judgment, and risk-based decision making to develop robust, repeatable, and compliant manufacturing processes. Thompson is employee-owned, and vested employees automatically receive company shares.

Responsibilities:

Develop, implement, improve, and validate manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing aids for new and released products. Lead and support continuous improvement activities focused on safety, quality, delivery, cost, capacity, process capability, and throughput using structured problem solving and data-driven methods. Perform process characterization, capability studies, statistical analysis, and implementation of appropriate process controls. Develop and execute equipment qualification and IQ, OQ, and PQ activities as required. Support new product industrialization and sustaining engineering activities including DFM/DFA, manufacturing planning, pilot builds, engineering changes, production troubleshooting, corrective actions, and design transfer. Contribute to PFMEAs, control plans, risk assessments, standard work, SOPs, work instructions, manufacturing test plans, and other production documentation; train operators and technical personnel on new or revised processes. Identify and implement opportunities to reduce scrap, rework, cycle time, setup time, downtime, labor content, process variation, outside processing, and manufacturing cost while improving process flow and capacity. Participate in capital equipment selection, justification, installation, qualification, and implementation; support make-vs.-buy, insourcing, supplier/process changes, automation, and new manufacturing technology as appropriate.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechatronics, Biomedical, Electrical, or a related engineering field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered. Associate's degree in a related technical field with relevant manufacturing engineering experience may be considered. Experience in manufacturing process development, production support, or continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment. Working knowledge of statistical methods such as SPC, process capability, sampling, or DOE; ability to use manufacturing data to identify root causes and verify improvements. Experience with process development, characterization, qualification, or validation; regulated manufacturing experience is preferred. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications; experience using CAD software and developing tooling or fixtures is preferred. Working knowledge of manufacturing equipment and processes such as machining, welding, assembly, forming, fabrication, or related precision manufacturing methods. Strong technical documentation and communication skills, including the ability to author procedures, reports, validation documentation, and training materials. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities and work effectively across Production, Quality, Engineering, Purchasing, Supply Chain, and other cross-functional teams. Experience with PFMEA, control plans, process risk management, capital equipment implementation, or manufacturing cost analysis is preferred. Experience with automation, controls, PLCs, robotics, machine connectivity, CNC manufacturing, or automated inspection is a plus depending on assigned role. Hands-on machining, prototyping, fixture fabrication, or equipment troubleshooting experience is a plus.

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person