Manufacturing Engineer I

ERServices is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer I in Mezzovico, Switzerland. This full-time junior role focuses on surface treatments, process optimization, and compliance within a regulated manufacturing environment.

Based in Mezzovico (TI), this full-time position reports directly to the Process Engineering Supervisor. The role supports production activities, drives continuous improvement, and ensures compliance with quality standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the go-to expert for surface treatment topics across cross-functional teams.
• Prepare production guidelines and standard operating procedures to support manufacturing activities.
• Develop new processes to facilitate the introduction of new products.
• Manage non-conformances and corrective/preventive actions, including root cause analysis and implementation of corrective measures.
• Analyze manufacturing and quality data to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for improvement.
• Conduct engineering studies to optimize manufacturing processes, including process flow analysis, time studies, and capacity evaluation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, productivity, and cost reduction using Lean and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Provide daily engineering support for production, including troubleshooting of process and data-related issues.
• Support process validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) and ensure proper documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Production, Quality, Maintenance, IT) to ensure robust and compliant manufacturing processes.
• Support new product introduction (NPI), process transfers, and system/data setup.
• Ensure compliance with internal standards, GMP, GDP, and applicable regulations (e.g., ISO 13485, FDA).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science, or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• 1–2 years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, or a regulated environment (medical device/pharma preferred).
• Fluent in Italian and English.
• Knowledge of surface treatment processes (e.g. anodizing, electropolishing, passivation, sandblasting, tumbling, packaging).
• Basic knowledge of chemistry, materials science, and/or industrial processes.
• Basic experience in a production environment or similar industrial context.

Nice to have

• Experience with ERP (e.g., SAP) and/or MES systems.
• German language skills.

What the company offers

• A responsible and varied job in a global company with a strong local presence.
• Progressive employment conditions with long-term perspective.
• A high level of personal responsibility and independent work.
• A safe space for creative thinking and learning at the workplace.
• Bonus system, extra vacation days and many other benefits.

About the company

ERServices partners with top brands to deliver engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions, leveraging 60 years of experience and over 100 sites worldwide. The company strives to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities.

• Combines global reach with local expertise to deliver scalable and customized solutions.
• Strives to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities.

How to apply

Documents to submit:

• complete application documents