Position PurposeThe Water Technologies and Solutions, Analytical Instruments product linebusiness has an opportunity for a Production and Engineering Manager inBoulder CO.

　　This position has the overall responsibility for the production andengineering of the Laboratory (Lab) and Vial Wash Line (VWL) businesslines. This position will lead all Lab and VWL manufacturing, including rawmaterial testing, stock solution preparation, chemical filling / QCtesting / visual inspection / packaging, vial washing / QC testing /packaging. This position will also manage the manufacturing engineers andautomation engineers supporting the Lab and VWL business lines. This positionwill direct engineering activities to improve the manufacturing operationsthrough design, operating rate / efficiency improvements, scrapreduction, ergonomic improvements, and equipment improvements andautomation. This position will ensure maximal quality of our products, withtracking of quality performance as well as compliance with all requirements ofthe site ISO 9001, ISO 17025, AND ISO 17034 certifications, incollaboration with the Analytical Instruments Quality department. Thisposition will also coordinate the local installation, set-up, and overallreadiness of new products (NPI - New Product Introduction) through closecollaboration with the Analytical Instruments Technology team. This positionwill also ensure technical help is provided to our overseas production sites.This role will be a key member of our Supply Chain team, reporting directlyto the Analytical Instruments Global Supply Chain Leader.

　　Key CharacteristicsExcellent leadership skills and ability to manage and coach team members.Skilled in influencing, leading, and conflict management.Demonstrated customer focus, project achievement/management, andcross-functional collaboration/teamwork skills.Strong problem solving / troubleshooting experience. Solid engineeringbackground.Excellent written and verbal communication skills targeting internal andcustomer audiences.

　　Duties & ResponsibilitiesProvide leadership, coaching, and development of team members ensuringpositive and effective cooperation with cross-functional team members toensure business objectives around safety, quality, productivity,efficiency, and new product development are met.Analyzes production trends, quality trends, customer demand, capacityneeds, and human resource needs to plan department activities.Forecasts operating costs of the department and directs preparation of budget.Advises management of new developments which may affect profit, schedule,costs, customer relations, and/or interdepartmental relations.Directs department activities to design equipment needed to improveproduction.Lead capital expenditure and continuous improvement / Lean projects.Confers with management, production, and sales staff to determineengineering feasibility, cost effectiveness, and production capability fornew and existing products.Ensure new product introduction success.

　　Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesDemonstrated leadership skills and ability to manage and coach team membersAbility to interact with all levels of management to maintain a positive andproductive work environmentAbility to flourish in a fast-paced and diverse work environmentProven ability to develop and manage a project plan to achieve desired resultsProven ability to manage capital expenditures (cost, time, quality triangle)Proven ability to implement and enforce process improvement initiativesSolid technical background with understanding and/or hands-on experience ofchemical processes and automation

　　Core QualificationsRequired:Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, orrelated programAt least 8 years of manufacturing engineering work experienceAt least 3 years people leadership work experiencePreferred:Chemicals or Biochemicals ndustry manufacturing experienceExperience with Lean Manufacturing implementationExperience with using root cause analysis and Lean Six Sigma tools for processimprovement and waste reductionKnowledge of SAP

　　Working Environment and Physical DemandsThe working environment and physical demands described here, as well as theessential functions and responsibilities noted above, are representative ofthose that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essentialfunctions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enableindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Up to 10% international and domestic travelPresence at the plant required (no remote or hybrid work)Ability to carry/pull/push/lift up to 50 poundsAbility to stand/walk majority of the workday

　　Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions (VWTS) is a worldwide leader inwater recovery, treatment, and reuse. We design, supply, and service arange of water systems and monitoring equipment in industries ranging frompharmaceutical to food and beverage applications, and from microelectronicsultrapure water to municipal water and industrial wastewater treatment. We areone of the world's leading manufacturers of total organic carbon (TOC)analyzers and corresponding certified reference materials. Our ground-breakingendotoxin analyzer is the latest addition to our expanding analyticalinstruments portfolio. We strive to provide not only superior technology anddesign, but also outstanding quality, service, and application support.Please click here to learn more about our Analytical Instruments business.