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Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

Eurofins is searching for a Lean Industrial Engineer to lead site specific initiatives and work with the team in the Lancaster, PA area.  The Lean Industrial Engineer will support implementation of the "Eurofins Operational Excellence" methodology (based on Lean/5S) and support other internal consulting initiatives/ projects to industrialize and optimize lab processes across all labs of the group.

Lean Industrial Engineer - Specialist responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Analyze current laboratory processes to identify opportunities for automation and lean improvements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure automation aligns with lean goals and business objectives
• Lead Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and other lean initiatives to eliminate waste and improve flow
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to efficiency, downtime, and quality
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for process failures or inefficiencies
• Train staff on lean principles
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) - Function as a site technical expert working closely with automation engineers, sustainability project managers, and laboratory operations to identify automation opportunities that will result in productivity gains and waste reduction
• Develop tools to quantify labor savings, waste reduction, and carbon footprint impact resulting from Lean projects
• Manage projects through completion and monitor project outcomes; personally execute action items, as applicable
• Performs other duties as assigned

The ideal candidate would possess:

• Basic understanding of Lean methodology
• Exposure to Lean concepts and improvement projects
• Lean Certification by an accredited body preferred
• Ability to observe business processes, ask questions, and synthesize information from various sources
• Map current and proposed business processes
• Ability to gather data, analyze, and present in meaningful visual formats with conclusions
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Basic understanding and application of Lean tools
• Ability to manage multiple action items and priorities
• Participates in improvement initiatives
• Effective communication skills
• Learns and applies Lean principles
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrates initiative and self-motivation
• Works with general supervision
• Ability to view situations from a variety of perspectives
• Understands operational metrics
• Supports process improvement efforts
• Strong organizational skills with foresight and planning
• Dedication to quality, ethics, and customer service

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science; Industrial Engineering preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience; alternatively, significant internship experience working on Lean or operational excellence projects
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Position is Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., with overtime as needed.  Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA are encouraged to apply.

Excellent full-time benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.