What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer (Production) position at Sarstedt, Inc.?
What We Do
At SARSTEDT, we develop, manufacture, and distribute high-quality devices and consumables for medicine and scientific applications. Known for reliability and performance, our solutions are designed with a focus on safety, ease of use, and cutting-edge technology.
Step into a manufacturing role that starts apart from the rest. At SARSTEDT, you’ll work in one of the cleanest, most advanced, state-of-the-art environments in the area, with climate-controlled facilities, comfortable lab coats, and a strong focus on precision and quality.
If you’re looking for competitive pay and benefits, real stability, and a clean, comfortable work environment year-round, you’ll find it here!
For over 65 years, SARSTEDT has built its reputation on long-term thinking, avoiding major layoffs, investing in our people, and growing talent through cross-training and continuous development. During the COVID-19 pandemic, while many companies faced layoffs, SARSTEDT cross-trained employees to keep our people working.
This isn’t just a job, it’s a place to build a secure career, grow your skills, and be part of a team that truly values its people.
What You’ll Be Doing
As our Production Project Engineer, you’ll play a key role in improving efficiency, quality, and cost performance across the plant, serving as a bridge between engineering, production, and leadership.
- You enjoy developing others, supporting training, coaching, and team engagement in continuous improvement efforts
- You collaborate effectively with plant leadership, contributing to operational strategies, budgets, and capital planning
- You bring a passion for continuous improvement, leading projects that drive process optimization, efficiency gains, and waste reduction
- You thrive in cross-functional environments, partnering with Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and Production to solve problems and implement lasting solutions
- You use data to drive decisions, analyze production performance to identify trends, unlock capacity, and improve outcomes
- You bring experience with Lean principles and process improvements, supporting equipment upgrades and operational enhancements
- You take ownership of projects from start to finish, managing timelines, budgets, and deliverables with a results-driven mindset
- You are comfortable working with metrics, developing and tracking KPIs to ensure production goals are consistently met
- You are detail-oriented and analytical, evaluating vendors and comparing bids to support informed decision-making
- You are growth-minded, engaging in leadership development and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement
What You Bring
- Strong communication and people skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organization
- You bring a strong foundation in process improvement and project management within a manufacturing environment
- With experience working cross-functionally, you influence outcomes and drive alignment across teams without direct authority
- Analytical thinking is a core strength, with the ability to turn data into actionable insights that improve performance
- You bring a continuous improvement mindset, with exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
- Your superpower is problem-solving, digging into root causes and delivering practical, lasting solutions
- You are adaptable and solution-oriented, able to navigate changing priorities and unforeseen challenges
- Experience in plastic injection molding is a plus
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, industrial, manufacturing, or related engineering field
- 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing, production, or process engineering
- Demonstrated experience leading projects and driving process improvements
- Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or related methodologies preferred
How We Reward You
- Compensation: Competitive salary
- Paid Time Off: Generous paid time off for you to recharge
- Paid Holidays: Nine (9) company paid holidays
- Flexible Time Off: Two (2) additional floating paid floating holidays
- Wellness PTO: Two (2) hours of PTO for annual preventative care, including physical, or vaccinations
- Health: Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans, plus HSA and FSA options
- Wellness: Complimentary screenings and wellness assessments
- Fitness: Discounted YMCA/gym memberships, fitness classes, and wellness challenges
- Mental Health: Confidential support resources for life and well-being
- Retirement: 401(k) with company match
- Leave Benefits: Paid parental leave
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and career growth opportunities
- Employee Discounts: Enjoy discounts through select SARSTEDT partners
About SARSTEDT
Founded in 1961 by Walter Sarstedt as a one-person operation in Nümbrecht, Germany, SARSTEDT has grown into a leading global provider of laboratory and medical technology solutions. From early innovations like the first plastic tablet tube to continued global expansion, each milestone has strengthened our position as a trusted partner in healthcare and science.
Today, SARSTEDT employs over 3,000 people worldwide, with headquarters in Germany, and U.S. operations based in Newton, NC. Our global footprint includes 13 production sites across Europe, North and South America, and Australia, supported by more than 30 sales organizations.
As a family-owned company, the SARSTEDT family remains actively involved in leadership, driving innovation while staying grounded in our core values: partnership, quality, and long-term commitment to our employees, customers, and suppliers.
Commitment to Quality
With approximately 90% of our products manufactured in our own facilities, we maintain full control from concept to delivery. Our integrated approach ensures consistent quality, proven supply reliability, and exceptional product support, while proudly delivering excellence “Made in Germany” and “Made in the U.S.A.”
Continuous investment in our people, technology, and global operations enables us to meet the highest standards and support the evolving needs of healthcare and scientific communities worldwide.
To Learn More
Explore our Company Overview, History, the SARSTEDT Product Portfolio, and see how our values of Healthcare, Relationships, Innovation, Collaboration, and Sustainability, guide everything we do. For more, check out: SARSTEDT US (3-min).
Equal Employment Opportunity
SARSTEDT is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that inclusion creates a productive workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.