Specialist- Manufacturing (Continuous Improvement)

Career Category Manufacturing Job Description Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do. Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity‑related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller, happier lives. Our award‑winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career. Specialist‑ Manufacturing (Continuous Improvement) What you will do In this role you will support the manufacturing/quality systems through growing capacity, with a focus on driving LEAN & Six Sigma principles, such as kaizen, root cause analysis, Scrum methodology, procedures, training, risk assessments, and data analytics. They will apply process, operational, scientific expertise, basic compliance knowledge, and analytical and troubleshooting skills to support manufacturing operations. Owning the development and implementation of comprehensive continuous improvement strategies aligned with organizational goals and objectives. Find opportunities for process optimization, waste reduction, and cost savings within the manufacturing environment. Apply Lean Six Sigma principles, tools, and techniques to analyze processes, identify root causes of inefficiencies, and develop data‑driven solutions. Drive projects to improve quality, efficiency, and cycle times while reducing defects and variation. Form and lead cross‑functional teams to implement improvement projects and initiatives. Experience in crafting visual representations of data using tools like Tableau, Smartsheet, Spotfire reports, charts and graphs to optimally communicate findings. Collaborate with various departments including operations, engineering, quality, and supply chain to achieve project objectives. Provide training and mentorship to employees at all levels on Lean Six Sigma concepts, methodologies, and tools. Foster a culture of continuous improvement by promoting awareness and engagement among team members. Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the efficiency of improvement initiatives. Conduct regular analysis and reporting on project progress, performance metrics, and return on investment. Effectively manage change by facilitating communication, addressing resistance, and promoting acceptance of new processes and methodologies. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and industry best practices related to operational excellence and quality management. Benefits A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales‑based incentive plan Stock‑based long‑term incentives Award‑winning time‑off plans Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications. Salary Range 107,545.40 USD - 145,502.60 USD What we expect of you We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The manufacturing professional we seek will possess these qualifications. Preferred Qualifications Doctorate degree OR Master’s degree and 2 years in Manufacturing, Packaging or Quality experience in pharmaceutical, medical device or biotechnology companies Bachelor’s degree and 4 years in Manufacturing, Packaging or Quality experience in pharmaceutical, medical device or biotechnology companies Associate’s degree and 8 years in Manufacturing, Packaging or Quality experience in pharmaceutical, medical device or biotechnology companies High school diploma / GED and 10 years in Manufacturing, Packaging or Quality experience in pharmaceutical, medical device or biotechnology companies Sponsorship Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed. In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age‑identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease. Equal Opportunity Employer Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. careers.amgen.com Company Overview Amgen is committed to unlocking the potential of biology for patients suffering from serious illnesses by discovering, developing, manufacturing and delivering innovative human therapeutics. This approach begins by using tools like advanced human genetics to unravel the complexities of disease and understand the fundamentals of human biology. Amgen focuses on areas of high unmet medical need and leverages its biologics manufacturing expertise to strive for solutions that improve health outcomes and dramatically improve people's lives. A biotechnology pioneer since 1980, Amgen has grown to be one of the world's leading independent biotechnology companies, has reached millions of patients around the world and is developing a pipeline of medicines with breakaway potential. #J-18808-Ljbffr Amgen Inc. (IR)