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Senior Staff Manufacturing Process Engineer

Cellanome
Location
Foster City, CA
Posted
11 days ago
Department
Operations
Salary
$160,000- $210,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Biochemical, Materials Science, or related Engineering discipline; advanced degree preferred
  • 12 years of progressive experience in manufacturing/process engineering
  • Experience leading new product introductions from development through full-scale production launch
  • Strong hands-on experience in cleanroom and/or ISO/cGMP manufacturing environments
  • Proficient in process validation methodologies (IQ/OQ/PQ), FMEA, root cause analysis, and CAPA processes
  • Working knowledge of statistical tools (SPC, DOE, Minitab/JMP or similar)
Nice to have
  • Experience with flow cell, microfluidics, reagents, or other single-cell/genomics consumable manufacturing
  • Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
  • Project Management (PMP) certification
  • Experience with manufacturing automation implementation and scale up
  • Experience with MFG ERP, MES, PLM, and web-based batch record systems
What the job really is

The Senior Staff Manufacturing Process Engineer will be integral in scaling and maturing manufacturing for consumable components of a life science instrument platform. Responsibilities include overseeing the lifecycle management of consumables, leading new process transfers, supporting sustaining engineering, and driving continuous improvement projects. The role also involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability and operational readiness of new products.

Benefits
  • Competitive total compensation packages including base pay, benefits, and equity
  • Generous stock options
  • Great individual and family health plans
  • 401(k)
  • Flexibility to balance work and life
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of company culture or work-life balance beyond flexibility
  • Base salary range provided, but individual pay depends on various factors
  • The role requires hands-on work in a cleanroom environment, which may not suit everyone
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