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Research
Life Sciences
Scalability
Evaluation
Management
Data Collection
Reporting
Kaizen
Business Cases
Productivity
Documentation
Flowchart
Training
Collaboration
Quality Assurance
Quality Control
Supply Chain Management
KPI
Leadership
Artificial Intelligence
Analytics
Functional Requirements
Continuous Improvement
Analytical Skill
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Microsoft Office
Data Visualization
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Power BI
Communication
Lean Six Sigma
Change Management
Business Acumen
Financial Analysis
Enterprise Resource Planning
MES
Continuous Integration
Statistical Process Control
Minitab
JMP
Pharmaceuticals
Medical Devices
Cost Reduction
Productivity Improvement
Process Automation
Programmable Logic Controller
Process Improvement
Project Management
Operational Efficiency
Manufacturing
Regulatory Compliance
Business Operations
System Integration Testing
Insurance
Legal
Finance
FSA
Mentorship
Training And Development
Innovation
Employment Authorization
Recruiting

Summary

By joining Bio-Techne, you'll join a company with a powerful and positive purpose of enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. Bio-Techne, and all of its brands, provides tools for researchers to further treat and prevent disease worldwide.

Pay Range:
$87,600.00 - $144,000.00
Position Summary:

The Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer in our Hematology division is a strategic leader responsible for driving enterprise-wide process excellence at Bio-Techne. This role leads high-impact CI initiatives, partners with senior leadership, and develops long-term strategies to improve operational efficiency, quality, and scalability. The engineer serves as a subject matter expert in Lean, Six Sigma, and change management, and plays a critical role in shaping the CI culture across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in identifying opportunities for process improvements within hematology reagents manufacturing through strong analytical evaluation.
Identify, prioritize, and support cost improvement initiatives that improve productivity, reduce waste, optimize resource utilization, and enhance overall operational efficiency.
Own and run Visual Factory management systems and lead Gemba walks to observe processes, engage with frontline teams, and identify improvement opportunities.
Support data collection, analysis, and reporting using tools such as SmartSheets and Power BI.
Participate in Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen projects under the guidance of senior CI professionals.
Support and/or lead manufacturing automation projects as assigned, including process automation, equipment improvements, digital transformation initiatives, and implementation of new technologies to improve operational performance.
Help evaluate automation opportunities and develop business cases that support productivity improvements, capacity expansion, quality enhancement, and cost reduction.
Help create documentation such as process flowcharts, SOPs, and training materials to support standardized processes.
Collaborate effectively with Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Control (QC), Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and production teams to facilitate continuous improvement efforts and communicate project insights clearly.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular, concise updates to the CI team and leadership.
Learn and apply AI-assisted analytics to help identify trends and improvement opportunities.
Help maintain compliance with regulatory and quality requirements by integrating CI activities with quality and safety standards.
Contribute to fostering a culture of continuous improvement throughout the manufacturing department.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field.
7+ years of experience in CI, manufacturing, or operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic data visualization tools (Excel, Power BI, etc.).
Executive-level communication and influence.
Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and change management.
Strong business acumen and financial analysis skills.
Experience with ERP, MES, and digital CI tools.
Proficient with statistical process control software (Minitab, JMP, etc.)
Expected to work independently on assigned tasks with general guidance.
Exposure to regulated manufacturing environments, pharmaceuticals, biotech, medical device, or diagnostic manufacturing is an advantage.
Experience participating in cost savings, productivity improvement, or automation initiatives.
Basic knowledge of manufacturing equipment, process automation, PLC-controlled systems, or digital manufacturing technologies.
Eagerness to develop skills in process improvement methodologies, project management, and automation technologies.
Self-motivated with a continuous learning mindset.
Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities for operational efficiency, waste reduction, and cost improvement
Ability to run Visual Factory systems and lead effective Gemba walks.
Ability to support multiple improvement and automation projects simultaneously in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and take direction from senior team members.
Commitment to quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
Must be able to work on-site at the Minneapolis location; remote work is not available for this position.

Working Conditions:

Primarily on-site at Bio-Techne's Minneapolis facility.
May require occasional extended hours to meet project deadlines.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to work hours that conform to standard business operations
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
Occasional lifting of materials up to 25 lbs
Use of computer and office equipment

Why Join Bio-Techne:

We offer competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.
We invest in our employees' financial futures through 401k plans, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.
We empower our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, internship programs, and more.
We offer employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging.
We offer an accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.
We foster a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees feel valued and encouraged to bring their new ideas to the table.

Bio-Techne is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

To protect the interests of all, Bio-Techne will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than a candidate application. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Bio-Techne will be considered Bio-Techne property.

This position requires work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (e.g., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant work status). If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, participate in an interview, or take part in any other stage of the recruitment process, please contact for assistance.

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Dice Id: RTX1e4209
Position Id: f60dd353ed8c9a7cd9a640303d645acc
Posted 7 days ago

Job Details

Skills

Research
Life Sciences
Scalability
Evaluation
Management
Data Collection
Reporting
Kaizen
Business Cases
Productivity
Documentation
Flowchart
Training
Collaboration
Quality Assurance
Quality Control
Supply Chain Management
KPI
Leadership
Artificial Intelligence
Analytics
Functional Requirements
Continuous Improvement
Analytical Skill
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Microsoft Office
Data Visualization
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Power BI
Communication
Lean Six Sigma
Change Management
Business Acumen
Financial Analysis
Enterprise Resource Planning
MES
Continuous Integration
Statistical Process Control
Minitab
JMP
Pharmaceuticals
Medical Devices
Cost Reduction
Productivity Improvement
Process Automation
Programmable Logic Controller
Process Improvement
Project Management
Operational Efficiency
Manufacturing
Regulatory Compliance
Business Operations
System Integration Testing
Insurance
Legal
Finance
FSA
Mentorship
Training And Development
Innovation
Employment Authorization
Recruiting

Research
Life Sciences
Scalability
Evaluation
Management
Data Collection
Reporting
Kaizen
Business Cases
Productivity
Documentation
Flowchart
Training
Collaboration
Quality Assurance
Quality Control
Supply Chain Management
KPI
Leadership
Artificial Intelligence
Analytics
Functional Requirements
Continuous Improvement
Analytical Skill
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Microsoft Office
Data Visualization
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Power BI
Communication
Lean Six Sigma
Change Management
Business Acumen
Financial Analysis
Enterprise Resource Planning
MES
Continuous Integration
Statistical Process Control
Minitab
JMP
Pharmaceuticals
Medical Devices
Cost Reduction
Productivity Improvement
Process Automation
Programmable Logic Controller
Process Improvement
Project Management
Operational Efficiency
Manufacturing
Regulatory Compliance
Business Operations
System Integration Testing
Insurance
Legal
Finance
FSA
Mentorship
Training And Development
Innovation
Employment Authorization
Recruiting

Summary

Assist in identifying opportunities for process improvements within hematology reagents manufacturing through strong analytical evaluation.
Identify, prioritize, and support cost improvement initiatives that improve productivity, reduce waste, optimize resource utilization, and enhance overall operational efficiency.
Own and run Visual Factory management systems and lead Gemba walks to observe processes, engage with frontline teams, and identify improvement opportunities.
Support data collection, analysis, and reporting using tools such as SmartSheets and Power BI.
Participate in Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen projects under the guidance of senior CI professionals.
Support and/or lead manufacturing automation projects as assigned, including process automation, equipment improvements, digital transformation initiatives, and implementation of new technologies to improve operational performance.
Help evaluate automation opportunities and develop business cases that support productivity improvements, capacity expansion, quality enhancement, and cost reduction.
Help create documentation such as process flowcharts, SOPs, and training materials to support standardized processes.
Collaborate effectively with Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Control (QC), Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and production teams to facilitate continuous improvement efforts and communicate project insights clearly.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular, concise updates to the CI team and leadership.
Learn and apply AI-assisted analytics to help identify trends and improvement opportunities.
Help maintain compliance with regulatory and quality requirements by integrating CI activities with quality and safety standards.
Contribute to fostering a culture of continuous improvement throughout the manufacturing department.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field.
7+ years of experience in CI, manufacturing, or operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic data visualization tools (Excel, Power BI, etc.).
Executive-level communication and influence.
Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and change management.
Strong business acumen and financial analysis skills.
Experience with ERP, MES, and digital CI tools.
Proficient with statistical process control software (Minitab, JMP, etc.)
Expected to work independently on assigned tasks with general guidance.
Exposure to regulated manufacturing environments, pharmaceuticals, biotech, medical device, or diagnostic manufacturing is an advantage.
Experience participating in cost savings, productivity improvement, or automation initiatives.
Basic knowledge of manufacturing equipment, process automation, PLC-controlled systems, or digital manufacturing technologies.
Eagerness to develop skills in process improvement methodologies, project management, and automation technologies.
Self-motivated with a continuous learning mindset.
Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities for operational efficiency, waste reduction, and cost improvement
Ability to run Visual Factory systems and lead effective Gemba walks.
Ability to support multiple improvement and automation projects simultaneously in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and take direction from senior team members.
Commitment to quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
Must be able to work on-site at the Minneapolis location; remote work is not available for this position.

Working Conditions:

Primarily on-site at Bio-Techne's Minneapolis facility.
May require occasional extended hours to meet project deadlines.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to work hours that conform to standard business operations
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
Occasional lifting of materials up to 25 lbs
Use of computer and office equipment

Why Join Bio-Techne:

We offer competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.
We invest in our employees' financial futures through 401k plans, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.
We empower our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, internship programs, and more.
We offer employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging.
We offer an accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.
We foster a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees feel valued and encouraged to bring their new ideas to the table.

Dice Id: RTX1e4209
Position Id: f60dd353ed8c9a7cd9a640303d645acc
Posted 7 days ago

Industrial Engineer

North Mankato, Minnesota

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