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Engineer Sr. I - Molding Process

Arthrex, Ave Maria, Florida, United States

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Ave Maria, FL Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. This best candidate would be responsible for supporting Engineering Manager with all support for the life cycle development of Class I, II and III medical devices, including new product development and maintenance of released products. Overview

This role supports design, development, implementation, and improvement of manufacturing processes to produce cost-effective, quality medical device products and systems. The position provides manufacturing engineering expertise to create, document, and implement required procedures and documents. The role is in Ave Maria, FL and works in the Molding Process Engineering Department. Post-graduate work experience in a manufacturing environment is required. Responsibilities

Work with project teams to identify issues and risks. During new product development integrate with Engineers, Design Engineers, Quality Engineers and the Packaging Department/and or Production Department to ensure cost effective new product development and introduction into manufacturing. Develop a continuous improvement culture, skills sets and tools to enhance quality and operational excellence. Support process improvement initiatives. Introduce new equipment, products, and processes, utilizing industry standard project management tools and techniques. Present process and equipment recommendations to Leadership Team with regular and timely reviews that define team roles, responsibilities, and accountability to project plans for implementation. Initiate new projects and act as Project Leader for key improvement initiatives, identifying best practices. Develop an understanding of current manufacturing processes and identify targets for improvement in transactional and operational efficiencies. Develop manufacturing Work Instructions. Provide process support on manufacturing technical issues. Develop action plans to achieve short and long-range efficiency goals, select new production methods, design production fixtures, and monitor efficiencies. Lead and/or assist with the packaging design and/or production specifications into manufacturing. Monitor timelines and project deliverables to ensure adherence with approved project plans for manufacturing process development. Develop protocols and coordinate validation of equipment and processes. Stay current with methods used in the medical device industry to advance technologies. Investigates and tests reliability and quality improvements; drive automation to replace manual processes where possible. Ensure information and documentation are consistently accurate. Analyze and plan workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow; design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency. Confer with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts; evaluate products against specifications and quality standards. Estimate production times, staffing requirements, and related costs for management decisions. Apply statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential. Provide process and equipment support. Identify issues and risks to ensure cost-effective new product development and introduction into manufacturing. May supervise other Engineering, Prototype or Programming personnel. Education And Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. 5 years of manufacturing process improvement experience required. Experience in leading process improvement projects. Medical device manufacturing environment preferred. Experience in workflow optimization, work measurement, efficiencies. Recognized process improvement training (Lean, Six Sigma) preferred. Knowledge And Skill Requirements / Specialized Courses And/or Training

Ability to work independently and effectively with cross functional teams. Thorough understanding of manufacturing processes. Detail oriented with strong analytical skills. SPC (Statistical Process Control) knowledge. Strong communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical staff. Experienced user of MS Office Suite and CAD. Experience with planning and conducting tests to validate equipment and processes. Experience in completing technical documentation for engineering and manufacturing. Familiarity with clean room practices preferred. Project management skills preferred. Solidworks experience preferred CAM experience preferred Machine, Tools, And/or Equipment Skills

Metal cutting equipment, molding, EDM, grinding equipment, finishing equipment, printing equipment, sealing equipment and custom fixturing. Language And Communication Skills

Ability to comprehend and apply language skills to perform the job. Ability to verbally communicate ideas and issues effectively to team members and management. Ability to write and record data and information as required by procedures. Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly required to talk or hear; sit; use hands and fingers; handle or feel; reach with hands and arms. Occasional lifting up to 10 pounds. Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. Noise level is usually moderate. Arthrex Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Company-Provided Life Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness) Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan Annual Bonus Wellness Incentive Program Free Onsite Medical Clinics Free Onsite Lunch Tuition Reimbursement Program Paid Parental Leave Paid Time Off Volunteer PTO Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

Full-time Job function

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