Manufacturing Engineer
Job Details
Summary:
The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for supporting transfer to manufacturing activities and sustaining & improving ongoing manufacturing processes. This is a key critical role in the validation & maintenance of robust processes, assembly tools & methods, manufacturing processes, etc. This position requires 1) technical expertise in validation, process improvement & implementation activities for associated materials, components, assemblies, processes, tooling/fixtures, & equipment; 2) communicating with customers, vendors, & various project teams; 3) report preparation for project status & validation activities; 4) assisting the Engineering team with the development cost-effective & efficient processes; 5) participation on a team that ensures robust processes are ready for transfer to the Robling Medical manufacturing environment on time.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
• Technical and hands-on leadership in following:
• MFG Line Design & Setup Leadership
• MFG Efficiencies Monitoring, Evaluation/Analysis, Improvement
• Equipment and Process Validation - Protocol Development, Execution, and Report Writing
• Root Cause Analysis in Support of CAPAs, NMRs, etc.
• Evaluation, scoping, budgeting, execution, and Reporting of process improvements and cost reductions
• Participation in the management of the company Calibration Program
• Equipment & Tooling Control Program Management
• XFER to MFG - Initial Release, Training, Line Setup, Life Cycle Support
• Assistance with Development of Manufacturing Documentation (DMR, Work Instructions, BOMs, Routers and etc.)
• Assistance with Maintenance Troubleshooting & PM Program Management
• Assistance with Process Development Activities
• Assistance with Design for Manufacturing
• Assistance with Package Development and Qualifications
• Assistance with Test Method Development and Qualification
• Assistance with Tooling & Fixture Design and Qualification
• Risk Analysis Support (pFMEA)
• Ensures manufacturing processes remain in compliance with ISO and FDA regulations.
Required Qualifications
• 4-year degree in an Engineering field (Biomedical, Mechanical, Industrial or Electrical) or equivalent combination of 4-year degree & applicable experience with at least 2 years of experience in the field. Applicable internship experience may also be considered.
• DOE design and execution
• Validation protocol generation, execution, & report writing
• Experience in developing & maintaining pFMEAs
• Strong project management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills & written communication
• Strong analytical skills & attention to detail
• Highly motivated self-sta1ier with ability to drive for results
• Demonstrate ability to effectively organize, prioritize & accomplish multiple tasks; makes decisions & solves problems independently
• Experience in a fast-paced environment where 'speed to market" is identified as a key performance indicator
• Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project Management Tools,CAD, Statistical Software, Graphic Design Tools)
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in an ISO 9001 or ISO 13485 manufacturing environment
• Medical Device or Pharmaceutical development or manufacturing experience
• Experience with sterile packaging & terminal sterilization processes such as EtO, Gamma, etc.
• Technical skills in manufacturing processes & methods including flow, layout, assembly & production equipment
• Cross-discipline engineering experience
• Demonstrated ability to lead & manage a team
• Experience in troubleshooting & repairing equipment
• Experience with heat sealing, vacuum forming, RF welding, high speed packaging lines, adhesive dispensing systems, cutting/punching/skiving/forming thermoplastics, inspection & test equipment (leak testing, scales, force gauges, etc.)
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
• Experience with MiniTab
• Experience with SolidWorks
• Experience with electro-mechanical devices & equipment (design, fabrication/assembly, installation, qualification, operation)
Environment & Working Conditions:
This position is generally performed indoors in a plant or office environment and requires specific physical requirements that must be met, including:
• Some heavy lifting and considerable moving of equipment(lifting up to 50pounds)
• Standing for long periods of time
• Sitting for long period of time
• Bending and ability to reach with hands &arms
• Visual - constant visual attention (i.e., color vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus).