Sr Manufacturing Engineer.

Careers that Change Lives

Provide engineering support to Spinal manufacturing operations with an emphasis in project management to support released product.

Champion cost saving initiatives for our product and the organization. Plans and coordinates larger-scale engineering projects or several medium or small-scale projects while acting as a technical specialist.

Activities include approval of design changes, print updates, use of PLM tools to process change requests, approval of instrument and implant rework requests, product transfers, support all aspects of manufacturing operations, CAPA mitigation, and assist Supply Chain in backorder resolution.

Join a Culture of Collaboration and Innovation.

A Day in the Life

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Manage technical aspects of product and process transfer to manufacturing partners.
• Provide technical support and guidance to Manufacturer for engineering issues.
• Actively pursue and identify cost saving opportunities
• Lead and assist cost saving activities to fully vet potential candidates and aid in the completion of a Proforma to support project feasibility
• Facilitate the timely completion of all projects and cost saving activities to meet or exceed plan
• Conduct, coordinate and aid in formal Process Validations / Qualifications including protocol development and execution.
• Collaborate on MSA activities to meet design requirements and business needs.
• Ensure manufacturing processes have adequately demonstrated specified process capabilities through being the Champion for PFMEA, Design for Manufacturability, Demand Flow Technology, and Design for Six Sigma.
• Work as a liaison with the Manufacturer to ensure design for manufacturing elements are incorporated to improve yield and reduce costs.
• Provide guidance to Manufacturer as it relates to the design and assist in the evaluation of new and existing fixtures and equipment, test methods, specifications, layouts, and standards supporting a Lean manufacturing environment.
• Approve and manage design and process changes for adherence to Medtronic requirements.
• Candidate must have the ability to work independently and be able to communicate effectively with team members.
• Ability to meet at off hours to support Manufacturers located across the globe with global time zone differences.
• Ensures adherence to product specifications, industry standards, and quality and regulatory procedures and requirements.

Ensure personal understanding of all quality policy / system items that are personally applicable. Follow all work / quality procedures to ensure quality system compliance and high-quality work.

• Assist with selection and qualification of new materials and suppliers.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Travel requirement : Less than 10%.

Must Have : Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or related Tech field required
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 2 years relevant experience

Nice to Have

• Experience with and effective application of Design for inspectability Validation Protocol and Report creation, SPC, Process Control Plans, MSA, GR&R, Gauging applications, Gauge design, and Gauge construction, Sampling methodologies, Data Analysis, VAVE, and IQ / OQ / PQ.
• Experience with and understanding of Machining, Molding, Grinding, Forming, Assembly, Welding, Finishing, Cleaning, Passivating, Anodizing, Shot Peening, Mass Media Operations, Coatings, EDM, Casting, Forging, Polishing.
• Average knowledge with Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing.
• Average knowledge with Design Verification and Validation activities.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Effective interaction with personnel at diverse positions within and outside of the organization.
• Value other’s ideas and experience working in a team environment.
• Able to work well with a diverse group of people both within the organization as well as with people outside the company.
• Project Management experience or training. Work well under pressure, organized and able to attain results on several projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and experience applying these skills to resolve technical problems in a manufacturing environment employing tools such as DMAIC thinking and Root Cause Analysis.
• Well-informed and current on manufacturing methods and equipment.
• A thorough understanding of the product development process and its needs.
• Results oriented and self-starter.
30+ days ago