Sr. Manager, Engineering - Final Assembly & FLC AME

This is where your work makes a difference.At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. Advancing Healthcare Through InnovationAt Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. Every role at Baxter contributes to improving outcomes for patients around the world. As a Senior Manager, Manufacturing Engineering, you will play a critical leadership role in driving manufacturing excellence, supporting new product introductions, and helping deliver life-saving medical products with quality, efficiency, and innovation at the center of everything we do.This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and hands-on engineering leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is passionate about leading teams, driving continuous improvement, and enabling operational success.What You’ll Be DoingLead and develop a team with varied strengths of manufacturing engineers and technicians, supporting a collaborative, inclusive, and achievement-focused culture.Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to support team growth and engagement.Partner with senior leadership to define and implement the engineering roadmap supporting SKF products and manufacturing operations.Oversee the design, implementation, optimization, and transfer of manufacturing processes for new and existing products.Improve productivity, reduce waste, enhance product quality, and support operational efficiency initiatives.Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies to identify and implement sustainable process improvements.Lead multiple engineering projects that span multi-functional areas from concept through implementation.Develop project timelines, resource plans, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies to ensure successful execution.Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with quality and compliance requirements.Partner closely with R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs, and Operations teams to align manufacturing strategies with business objectives.Serve as a key liaison between Manufacturing Engineering and members of multi-functional teams to support effective communication and project alignment.Support compliance with FDA, ISO, cGMP, and Baxter quality standards across manufacturing operations.Conduct process reviews, audits, and performance evaluations to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and compliance enhancement.Champion a strong culture of quality, safety, and operational excellence..Manage engineering-related budgets and resource allocation to maximize operational performance and return on investment.Monitor key performance metrics and communicate project updates, business results, and improvement opportunities to leadership.Build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers and customers.Promote Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) compliance and proactively contribute to Baxter’s commitment to zero harm in the workplace.Stay informed on emerging manufacturing technologies and industry trends to support innovation and best-practice implementation.What You’ll BringBachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering field. Master’s degree experience in Engineering or related field.8+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably within the medical device, pharmaceutical, or healthcare industry.Demonstrated success leading engineering teams and managing complex manufacturing or process improvement projects.Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations, quality systems, and regulated environments.Knowledge of FDA, ISO, cGMP, and regulated manufacturing environments.Strong leadership and people development skillsStrategic thinking and problem-solving capabilitiesExcellent communication and partner management skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentData-driven decision-making and continuous improvement mindsetStrong collaboration and multi-functional partnership skills.PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or other project/process improvement certifications.Experience with CAD software, simulation tools, and manufacturing data analysis.Work EnvironmentCombination of office, manufacturing, and laboratory-based work environments.Regular interaction with cross-functional teams in collaborative settings.Occasional travel may be required for manufacturing site visits, customer meetings, or industry events.Use of standard office technology, engineering systems, and manufacturing tools.Adherence to PPE and safety protocols in manufacturing and laboratory environments.We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The salary range for this position is $152,000 - $209,000. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are un-able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | BaxterEqual Employment OpportunityBaxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is IllegalReasonable AccommodationsBaxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.Recruitment Fraud NoticeBaxter has discovered incidents of employment scams, where fraudulent parties pose as Baxter employees, recruiters, or other agents, and engage with online job seekers in an attempt to steal personal and/or financial information. To learn how you can protect yourself, review our Recruitment Fraud Notice.SummaryLocation: Skaneateles, NYType: Full time