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Estimated Pay $107 per hour
Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Palo Alto, California

About this job

Together, we can beat cancer.

At Varian, a Siemens Healthineers Company, we bring together the world's best talent to realize our vision of a world without fear of cancer. Together, we work passionately to develop and deliver easy-to-use, efficient oncology solutions.

We are part of an incredible community of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists pushing the boundaries of what's possible, to improve people's lives around the world. We embrace a culture of inclusivity in which the power and potential of every individual can be unleashed. We spark ideas that lead to positive impact and continued success.

If you want to be part of this important mission, we want to hear from you.

Roles & Responsibilities
  • Evaluates manufacturing processes by designing and conducting test plans.
  • Owns the development and maintenance of manufacturing processes and equipment.
  • Create and maintain manufacturing instructions, validation (IQ, OQ, PQ, TMV), and process controls.
  • Utilizes advanced Six Sigma techniques to optimize and implements process controls.
  • Leads teams to implement complex process improvement and serve as technical expert in tooling and process development.
  • Assists in manufacturing decision-making informed by data collected on production, labor, and material costs. Independently
  • Independently leads complex root cause analysis to better understand failure modes and develop countermeasures and permanent process improvements.
  • Serves as a manufacturing process SME that partners with R & D for DFM (Design for Manufacturing) feedback, solving complex issues, and releasing new products.
  • Maintains records and reporting systems according to the company standards and industry regulations.
  • Actively coaches less experienced team members and provides oversight for projects and daily work.

Minimum Required Skills and Knowledge:

  • Heavy collaboration with cross functional teams, including Production, SQE, Design, Drafting, PM, Validation, PQE, procurement, planning
  • Must be comfortable working in a production environment
  • Proficient in creating, reviewing, and editing of relevant technical documents and drawings
  • Working knowledge of assembly and testing of PCBAs and/or electromechanical assemblies
  • Demonstrated experience using lean and six sigma tools for process improvements.
  • Excellent communication skills, ability to partner with technicians and management, and communicate complex issues to various levels of the organization.
  • Demonstrated experience with statistical analysis and business intelligence (BI) tools (Minitab and Power BI desired).
  • Must be safety conscious
  • Ability to multitask with daily production support activities and related projects
  • Possess excellent communication skills

    Proficiency with:
  • Basic hand tools
  • Troubleshooting equipment (DMM, oscilloscope)
  • MS Office suite (Outlook, Teams, Excel, PPT, Visio, etc.)
  • ERP systems - SAP preferred
Required Education and Experience:
  • Engineering or technical bachelor's degree ( BSEE, BSEET, BS Industrial Technology) and 5 years of related experience OR master's degree with 3 years of related experience.
  • Experience in Medical Devices or similarly regulated environment
  • Lean / Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent certification
  • Prior capital equipment experience desired
  • RF/microwave experience a plus

*Must be local to SF bay area

This is a 100% onsite position in our Palo Alto facility.

Fighting cancer calls for big ideas.

We envision a world without fear of cancer. Achieving this vision takes dedication and commitment from all of us, every single day. That's why we celebrate and value the distinctly beautiful and intersectional identities of each of our employees. We are a mirror of our patient-base, which allows us to innovate. Big ideas come from everywhere, and the best ideas are fostered by our unique individual experiences. At Varian, we encourage you to bring your whole self to work and believe your bold and authentic perspective will help to power more victories over cancer.

TogetherWeFight

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Varian is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

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Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination. To learn more, .

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