Senior Scientist (Wednesday - Saturday)

Fortive Corporation

Irvine, CA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$101,200–$169,050 Per Year

SKILLS

Asepsis, Automation, Biochemistry, Biological Processes, Biology, Business Intelligence, Chemical Engineering, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Control Systems, Corrective Action, Cost Control, Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), Data Analysis, Environmental Health, Experiment Design, FDA (Food and Drug Administration), Forecasting, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Healthcare, Hospital, Identify Issues, Inventory Management, Laboratory, Leadership, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Medical Equipment, Microbiology, Microsoft Active Server Page (ASP), Minitab, Operational Improvement, Operational Support, Patient Care, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Control Engineering, Process Development, Process Improvement, Product Support, Production Control, Production Schedule, Production Support, Quality Management, SAP Administration, Safety/Work Safety, Sales, Scientific Principles, Six Sigma Black Belt, Six Sigma Green Belt, Startup, Sterilization, Technical Analysis, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Testing, Time Management, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Irvine, CA

POSTED

6 days ago

Shift: Wednesday - Sunday

Location: Irvine, CA

Key Responsibilities

Operational & Manufacturing Leadership

+ Support the BI Lab in managing day‑to‑day operations related to manufacturing, materials, facilities, scheduling, engineering, and maintenance to ensure smooth, continuous, cost‑effective, and controlled production

+ Plan, prepare, issue, and control production schedules and material requirements to ensure timely availability of approved materials aligned with production forecasts and inventory goals

+ Serve as shift or operational lead as required to maintain production execution, area readiness, and GMP compliance

Production Support

+ Perform hands‑on production and testing activities as needed to support execution, training, troubleshooting, or elevated business demand

+ Apply scientific techniques to culture and test spores used in the biological indicator manufacturing process

+ Prepare, review, and technically assess batch records in accordance with cGDP

Technical Leadership & Troubleshooting

+ Lead and support complex product deviations, process excursions, and production issues using scientific, technical, and statistical diagnostic methods

+ Apply standard scientific principles, theories, and concepts to evaluate process performance and implement corrective and preventive actions

+ Provide developmental and technical support for both new and existing products

Process Development, Optimization & Improvement

+ Identify opportunities to improve existing processes, systems, and equipment to increase efficiency, improve quality, and reduce cost

+ Design, execute, and interpret experiments to optimize manufacturing processes and reduce variability

+ Lead or co‑lead Kaizens and other continuous improvement initiatives

+ Monitor process performance metrics and ensure sustained improvements through data‑driven decision making

Education and Experience Requirements

+ Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline required

+ Master’s Degree preferred

+ 4–8+ years of experience in a regulated biologics or medical device manufacturing environment

+ Demonstrated experience leading technical projects, investigations, or cross‑functional initiatives

+ Experience with process development, process improvement, and operational support in manufacturing environments

Required Knowledge & Skills

+ Advanced knowledge of cGMP and cGDP requirements

+ Strong experience working in FDA‑regulated environments and Medical Device manufacturing

+ Expertise in aseptic processing and biologics manufacturing

+ Ability to design experiments, analyze data, and interpret results

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills

+ Proficiency with Excel and data analysis tools

+ Preferred Qualifications

+ Knowledge of SAP inventory management systems

+ Experience with statistical tools (e.g., Minitab)

+ Yellow Belt or Green Belt certification (Black Belt a plus)

+ Train‑the‑Trainer or Training Within Industry (TWI) experience

+ Knowledge of process control systems and automation

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

+ Domestic travel up to approximately 10%

+ On‑call or weekend support may be required

+ Ability to lift 31–50 lbs

+ Ability to wear required PPE

+ Ability to work in a manufacturing laboratory environment

Fortive Corporation Overview

Fortive's essential technology makes the world safer and more productive. We accelerate transformation in high-impact fields like workplace safety, build environments, and healthcare.

We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in healthcare sterilization, industrial safety, predictive maintenance, and other mission-critical solutions. We're a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to advanced technologies that help providers focus on exceptional patient care.

We are a diverse team 10,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.

At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.

At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.

At Fortive, we believe in growth. We're honest about what's working and what isn't, and we never stop improving and innovating.

Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.

About Advanced Sterilization Products

ASP is a leading global provider of innovative sterilization and disinfection solutions, and a pioneer of low-temperature hydrogen peroxide sterilization technology.ASP’s mission is to protect patients during their most critical moments. We support healthcare facilities in the fight to protect patients against hospital acquired infections, which are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality. ASP’s products, which are sold globally, include the STERRAD system for sterilizing instruments and the EVOTECH and ENDOCLENS systems for endoscope reprocessing and cleaning.

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com.

Bonus or Equity

This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

Pay Range

The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 101,200 - 169,050

This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 101,200 - 169,050
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com.

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