What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Improvement Manager position at Cepheid?
At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate diagnostic testing. Our mission drives us, every moment of every day, as we develop scalable, groundbreaking solutions to solve the world’s most complex health challenges. Our associates are involved in every stage of molecular diagnostics, from ideation to development and delivery of testing advancements that improve patient outcomes across a range of settings. As a member of our team, you can make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development.
Cepheid is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Danaher Diagnostics companies. Together, we’re working at the pace of change on diagnostic tools that address the world’s biggest health challenges, driven by knowing that behind every test there is a patient waiting.
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In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
- Lead and develop a team of Scientists and Engineers within the Product Improvement team
- Responsible for training associates on qualification processes, failure analyses and lab techniques
- Initiate/lead systemic process improvements as an outcome of failure investigations or EOL projects
- Design test plans, implement experiments, and analyze complex data as part of new product/process introduction
- Support various sustaining projects by providing technical recommendations, performing failure analysis, and reviewing associated qualification documentation
- Education or Experience (in years):
- Bachelor’s degree and 9 demonstrated experience or
- Master's degree and 7 demonstrated experience
The essential requirements of the job include:
- Expertise in data analysis of large dataset, physical inspection, design of experiments, root cause analysis techniques and documentation
- Experience with statistical analysis and data management for large volume sophisticated data sets
- Experience with MiniTab analysis software or other relevant
- Expertise in all aspects of the fully integrated molecular diagnostics products (plastic consumables, injection molding, microfluidics, sample preparation and PCR)Ability to work independently and cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement
- Experience with molecular biology products or molecular diagnostic product applying nucleic acid amplification tests (Ex: PCR, RT-PCT etc.) including system level relationship between reagents, consumable, and instrument components
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment and/or within manufacturing operations under cGMP, ISO and FDA regulations.
- Experience in clean room or biosafety environment with controlled gowning procedures
Cepheid, a Danaher company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at danaherbenefitsinfo.com.
When you join us, you’ll also be joining Danaher’s global organization, where 69,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you’ll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System tools and the stability of a tested organization.
Danaher is committed to a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong and all voices are heard. We believe in our associates and the unique perspectives they bring to every challenge, which is why we’ll empower you to push the boundaries of what’s possible.
If you’ve ever wondered what’s within you, there’s no better time to find out.
When you join us, you’ll also be joining Danaher’s global organization, where 69,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you’ll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System tools and the stability of a tested organization.
Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.
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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at applyassistance@danaher.com to request accommodation.
If you’ve ever wondered what’s within you, there’s no better time to find out.
