Manufacturing Engineer Job Listing at Kelly Services in Petaluma, CA (Job ID US3614142_BH9997439)

Description

Manufacturing Engineer – Medical Devices / Pharma (GMP)
Petaluma, CA | On-Site | Contract to Hire

Kelly Engineering is hiring on behalf of our client, a medical device manufacturer specializing in combination products (device + drug). This is an exciting opportunity to step into a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer role with clear growth into leadership.

The Role
We are looking for a go-getter with 3–5+ years of GMP-regulated experience in medical device or pharma manufacturing. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a startup environment, enjoys being hands-on with pumps, piping, and production systems, and has the drive to eventually lead production activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead installation, assembly, and troubleshooting of pumps, piping, and production equipment.
• Support validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), scale-up, and GMP compliance.
• Develop SOPs, process improvements, and documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive production success.
• Step into a leadership role in manufacturing operations over time.

Must-Have Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in GMP-regulated manufacturing.
• Background in medical devices or pharma (non-negotiable).
• Strong mechanical aptitude (pumps, piping, production equipment).
• Knowledge of FDA 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, GMP.

• Startup-ready: proactive, driven, and milestone-focused.

Preferred Skills

• Combination product experience (device + drug).
• Lean/Six Sigma, CAD, or MES experience.

Why Apply
This is your chance to join a growing company preparing for full-scale production, where your contributions will be highly visible. If you have the fire in your belly to lead, learn, and grow, we want to hear from you.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we're here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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