Process Engineer, Third Shift at Cepheid in Lathrop, California

Job Description:

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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The Process Engineer supports manufacturing operations with scientific expertise to ensure successful transfer of new products from development to manufacturing ensuring robust manufacturing processes at commercialization; failure investigation of commercialized products; support processes to ensure performance within expected parameters. Includes laboratory roles.

This position is part of the Automated Packaging operations team and will be located in Lodi, CA.

In this role you will have the opportunity to:

• Monitors and improves Manufacturing KPI - Overall Equipment Efficiency, Throughput, and Unplanned Stops during shift operation by supports daily execution of Standard Works - Centerlines, Cleaning & Inspection, Start-ups and Shutdowns, and Changeovers


• Supports problem solving using continuous improvement tools - RCAs, fishbone, and 5S


• Assists in the development of technical and operating standards - Standard Operating Procedures, One Point Lessons, Job-Aides, and Troubleshooting Guides and training of manufacturing Associates


• Co-creates validation documents (IQ, OQ, & PQ) and leads execution of process qualifications for new and existing production systems


• Follows and observes all regulatory requirements (GMP's, ISO, FDA, OSHA, internal policies) applicable to the area of responsibility

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience to perform at this level. A minimum of +2 years overall related engineering experience within medical device or a regulated industry.


• Ability to work off-shift

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Professional Certification - Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or on track to getting certified within 12 months of hire.


• Proficient with Manufacturing software - Minitab, and Microsoft Applications - MS-Visio, MS-Power BI, MS-Excel, MS-Word, MS-PowerPoint


• Familiarity with real-time multiplex PCR and/or working under cGMP, ISO and FDA regulations

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

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When you join us, you'll also be joining Danaher's global organization, where 80,000 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
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