lean-manufacturing jobs in San Diego

MES (Manufacturing Execution System) Functional Consultant supporting shop floor digitization and operational excellence across production, quality, maintenance, and inventory processes. The role involves collaborating with technical teams on system configuration and enterprise integration, translating manufacturing requirements into functional specifications, and supporting testing, deployment, and user adoption across project phases.…See more Requires 3+ years in manufacturing operations or consulting with hands-on plant environment experience in discrete or process manufacturing.

Sr QA Engineer leading complex quality investigations, root cause analysis, CAPAs, and NCMRs at a regulated medical device company (Dexcom). Drives Quality Management System excellence through continuous improvement methodologies (Six Sigma, Lean, process capability analysis), owns validation and qualification strategies for equipment/processes/software, and guides design transfer and commercialization from development to high-volume manufacturing.…See more Requires advanced quality engineering knowledge, hands-on technical aptitude, proficiency with data analysis tools (JMP, Excel), and cross-functional leadership across R&D, Regulatory, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams.

Staff QA Engineer role at Dexcom leading quality engineering for high-volume manufacturing automation, design control, and process validation. Responsibilities include interpreting FDA 21 CFR 820 and ISO 13485 requirements, architecting validation strategies, driving design transfer for commercial deployment, leading complex investigations and CAPA initiatives, and mentoring cross-functional teams.…See more Requires deep expertise in root cause analysis, Six Sigma, process validation, statistical analysis, and data-driven decision-making across global sites.

Staff QA Engineer at Dexcom leading manufacturing quality engineering and design control for high-volume medical device automation. The role requires deep expertise in FDA 21 CFR 820 and ISO 13485 compliance, design transfer strategy, process validation, and CAPA/MRB leadership across global manufacturing sites.…See more You will mentor cross-functional teams, drive systemic quality improvements, and represent the organization during regulatory inspections, with strong emphasis on data-driven decision-making and risk-based design methodologies.

Senior Automation Engineer responsible for investigating equipment and process performance, optimizing designs and fixture systems, and managing capital planning for automation investments. Will lead end-to-end automation projects from requirements through FAT/SAT/deployment, specify and qualify manufacturing equipment, and drive the transfer of processes from R&D to production at scale.…See more Requires 8–12 years' experience in automated manufacturing systems, design of experiments, statistical analysis, and regulatory compliance (FDA 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485), with hands-on expertise in PLC/HMI, robotics, machine vision, and equipment integration.

Lead a team of Quality Engineers supporting high-volume manufacturing automation, product introductions, and process validation across multiple programs and sites at a regulated medical-device company. Establish strategic direction for quality engineering, Design Control, Design Transfer, Process Validation, and Manufacturing Quality activities while partnering with Engineering, Operations, and R&D to identify and mitigate risks.…See more Drive continuous improvement through quality metrics, CAPA effectiveness, and nonconformance management, and represent Quality Engineering during audits and regulatory inspections. Manage departmental resources, budgets, and staffing while building and developing high-performing teams.

Lead a hardware engineering team to establish technical direction, engineering standards, and design practices across the full product lifecycle from concept through production. Own organizational effectiveness, staffing, and execution health while partnering with Principal Engineers on discipline-level technical leadership.…See more Drive hardware development excellence through electro-mechanical integration, design reviews, and continuous process improvement. Balance resources across customer programs, internal product development, and sustaining engineering while collaborating with Systems Engineering, Software, Production, Quality, and Supply Chain.

Lead complex quality investigations and root cause analysis for a medical device company, driving CAPAs, NCMRs, and systemic corrective actions. Provide technical leadership in quality engineering methodologies including Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, process capability analysis, and risk-based problem solving.…See more Own validation and qualification strategies for equipment, processes, test methods, and software V&V across the product lifecycle. Partner with R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams on design transfer, commercialization, and compliance initiatives while representing Quality during audits and regulatory inspections.

Staff QA Engineer at Dexcom leading manufacturing quality and regulatory compliance for continuous glucose monitoring devices. Responsibilities include directing Design Control and design transfer strategy, managing process validation and commercialization, leading cross-functional teams on complex technical and compliance matters, and providing expert guidance on Quality Management System governance (FMEA, CAPA, process controls).…See more Requires deep hands-on experience with FDA 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, and related QMS requirements, plus ability to mentor teams and represent the organization during audits and regulatory inspections.