Process Engineer III, Franklin Machining

Process Engineer - Medical Device Manufacturing

Location:
Franklin, MA | Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking a Process Engineer III with strong manufacturing experience to support machining operations in the medical device industry. This role involves development and improvement of machining processes, solving complex manufacturing challenges, and driving process improvements to ensure precision, compliance, and efficiency. You will play a key role in equipment selection, capacity planning, and cost analysis while collaborating across engineering, quality, and production teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop machining processes and operation sheets from engineering data for complex medical devices.
• Implement new or improved manufacturing methods, tools, and equipment designs to optimize performance.
• Lead cost reduction initiatives and evaluate outside processes for quality and efficiency.
• Design and implement assembly tooling, jigs, and fixtures.
• Manage multiple projects, track progress, and report regularly to management.
• Partner with Quality to analyze data and drive corrective actions.
• Create and maintain clear, accurate documentation to support production, compliance, and knowledge transfer.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, ISO 9001, and GMP standards.
• Train personnel and provide daily communication across departments to resolve production issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in machining, CNC equipment, and medical device assembly.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, metrology tools (CMM, profilometer, vision systems), and process monitoring.
• Familiarity with GMP, ISO, Lean manufacturing;
  Lean Six Sigma certification a plus.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) and MS Office tools (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proven ability to generate thorough documentation for processes, tooling, and testing.

Why Join Us

• Contribute to the development of life-changing medical technologies.
• Work in a collaborative, innovation-driven environment.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and career growth opportunities.

Who we are:

KARL STORZ is an independent, family-owned company headquartered in Germany's renowned Med Tech manufacturing region. For 80 years, we've pioneered the most groundbreaking innovations in endoscopic surgery, video imaging, and operating room integration to benefit patients and healthcare providers alike.

With more than 9,000 associates worldwide and 2,600 in the US, we pride ourselves on harnessing cutting-edge technology, precise workmanship, and unrivaled customer support to help healthcare facilities succeed. With onsite locations and field opportunities across the country, we attract a diverse and talented staff. It's not just about the tools we create-it's about the lives we change, together.

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Eligible Employee Benefits

• Medical / Dental / Vision including a state-of-the-art wellness program and pet insurance, too!
• 3 weeks vacation, 11 holidays plus paid sick time
• Up to 8 weeks of 100% paid company parental leave; includes maternal/ paternal leave, adoption, and fostering of a child.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan providing a match of 60% of the employee's first 6% contribution (up to IRS limits)
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, STD, LTD & LTC Insurance
• We prepay your tuition up to $5,250 per year! - Tuition pre-imbursement
• Fitness reimbursement of up to $200 annually
• And much more!

KARL STORZ reserves the right to change or modify the employee's job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. Additionally, KARL STORZ, through its supervisors, may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description within the sole discretion of the supervisor. Employees must comply will all applicable KARL STORZ policies and procedures.

Credentialing requirements at KARL STORZ

KARL STORZ is committed to maintaining a safe work environment for our employees and customers. Most field-based roles at KARL STORZ require hospital credentialing/health screens as a condition of employment. Credentialing can include required vaccinations, health screens & other requirements as outlined by our customers. During the interview process, we encourage you to ask how credentialing/health screens may impact the role you are seeking and if you require any reasonable accommodations regarding these requirements.

Pay Transparency

The pay range and/or hourly pay rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job posting and may be modified in the future. When determining a specific team member's base…