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BCForward

Manufacturing Technician

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$30 - $31/hr

Lead or facilitate Root Cause Analysis and structured problem-solving investigations to identify causes and prevent recurrence. * Review and support manufacturing documentation, quality records ...

BCForward

Manufacturing Specialist

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$30 - $31/hr

Lead or facilitate Root Cause Analysis and structured problem-solving investigations to identify causes and prevent recurrence. * Review and support manufacturing documentation, quality records ...

Biotronik

Manufacturing Engineer, Reliability

Lake Oswego, OR · On-site

$105K - $132K/yr

Lead structured root cause analysis and problem-solving efforts with suppliers, development teams, manufacturing, and quality partners to identify failure mechanisms, implement corrective actions ...

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What are the typical daily responsibilities for a root cause analysis specialist?

A Root Cause Analysis specialist spends their days investigating process failures, customer complaints, or quality issues to uncover the underlying causes. This involves gathering and analyzing data, leading or participating in cross-disciplinary problem-solving teams, and facilitating structured methodologies like 5 Whys or Fishbone analysis. Specialists often document findings, prepare detailed reports, and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence. You can also expect regular collaboration with operations, engineering, and management teams, ensuring that solutions are both practical and sustainable.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in root cause analysis, and why are they important?

To excel in a Root Cause Analysis role, you need strong analytical thinking, meticulous attention to detail, and experience in problem-solving methodologies—often supported by a background in engineering, quality assurance, or operations. Familiarity with tools like Fishbone diagrams, 5 Whys, Six Sigma, FMEA, and root cause analysis software is typically required, and certifications such as Six Sigma Green Belt can be advantageous. Excellent communication, collaboration, and documentation skills are essential for presenting findings and working with cross-functional teams. These abilities are crucial for accurately identifying and addressing underlying issues to drive organizational improvement and prevent recurring problems.

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Manufacturing Technician

BCForward

Hillsboro, OR • On-site

$30 - $31/hr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

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Job description

Manufacturing Specialist

Location: Hillsboro, OR 97124
Job Type: Contract
Duration: Approximately 10 Months, with possibility of extension
Pay Rate: $25.00–$30.00/hr on W2
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 40 Hours/Week
Anticipated Start Date: September 1, 2026


Job Summary:

We are seeking a Manufacturing Specialist to support manufacturing operations, process improvement, technical changes, compliance, and production reliability. The ideal candidate will have experience in pharmaceutical, biologics, life sciences, or other regulated manufacturing environments, with knowledge of aseptic operations, process troubleshooting, deviations, CAPA, and root cause analysis.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Support manufacturing readiness, product transfers, new equipment start-up, process design, engineering runs, documentation, and equipment setup.
  • Drive process improvements focused on quality, process capability, reliability, operational efficiency, and standard work.
  • Provide technical support to manufacturing operations and assist with troubleshooting process-related issues.
  • Manage Planned Events, CAPAs, deviations, corrective actions, and other manufacturing compliance activities.
  • Lead or facilitate Root Cause Analysis and structured problem-solving investigations to identify causes and prevent recurrence.
  • Review and support manufacturing documentation, quality records, training materials, process changes, engineering changes, and validation activities.
  • Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and other cross-functional teams to implement technical changes and process improvements.


Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
  • Experience in manufacturing, process engineering, technical operations, or a related environment.
  • Experience troubleshooting process issues and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Knowledge of aseptic processing, quality systems, regulatory compliance, or regulated manufacturing environments.
  • Experience with deviations, Root Cause Analysis, CAPA, remediation, or structured problem-solving.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in pharmaceutical, biologics, or aseptic manufacturing.
  • Knowledge of isolators, filling, inspection, packaging, or sterilization systems.
  • Experience with process validation, technical change implementation, or technology transfer.
  • Familiarity with CAPA systems and manufacturing quality processes.
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BCforward began as an IT business solutions and staffing firm. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers' needs into a full service personnel solutions organization. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, BCforward also operates numerous delivery centers across North America and India. We are currently the largest consulting firm and largest MBE certified firm in Indiana. Our uninterrupted growth has allowed BCforward to deliver uniquely configured IT staffing and project solutions for over years of catering to our customers' specific needs. BCforward currently maintains a team of over 5000 global resources. With our additional brand, Stafforward, together we have the capabilities to deliver services for a variety of industries in both public and private sectors which allows us to address your most challenging needs.

Industry

It services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Indianapolis, IN, US

Year founded

1998

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