Contract Manufacturing Engineer
Job Description: • Driving key strategic initiatives related to outsource manufacturing, SubCon consolidation, and insourcing activities across global responsibilities • Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) projects involving third-party suppliers while ensuring operational efficiency and alignment with Solventum’s business objectives • Playing an integral role in Make-or-Buy decisions, providing critical data and insights to support strategic manufacturing choices • Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Product Development, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Legal, to ensure seamless coordination and execution of projects • Developing new and innovative process contract manufacturing opportunities, leading end-to-end supply chain improvements, and enhancing supplier performance through quality, service, and cost optimization initiatives • Supporting product development by defining product specifications, coordinating prototype manufacturing under confidentiality agreements, and ensuring that all outsourcing contracts meet Solventum’s strategic and operational requirements • Strengthening Contract manufacturing partnerships, drive efficiency improvements, and contribute to the long-term success of Solventum’s manufacturing and supply chain strategy Requirements: • Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited institution AND five (5) years of experience in manufacturing engineering in a private, public, government or military environment OR High School Diploma/GED AND nine (9) years of experience in manufacturing engineering in a private, public, government or military environment • Project Management experience • Audit leadership experience • Lean Six Sigma experience • Knowledge of supplier markets and cost drivers • Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop cost-efficient strategies • Experience with Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) modelling • Stakeholder management experience • Cross-functional experience in a matrix environment • Experience managing multiple, complex projects simultaneously Benefits: • Medical, Dental & Vision • Health Savings Accounts • Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts • Disability Benefits • Life Insurance • Voluntary Benefits • Paid Absences • Retirement Benefits Apply tot his job