Job Description:
This role is responsible for leading a team of engineers and technicians focused on process improvements of devices post release to market and/or the introduction of new products (NPI). The primary goal is to maintain device quality, secure regulatory approval, reduce costs, and increase yields.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead a team of engineers in process improvement manufacturing engineering supporting across CAPA, Design, Manufacturing, and NPI activities.
* Provide leadership and mentoring to team members to ensure their development and the effective completion of the activities associated with their role.
* Team Management: Mentoring, coaching, and development of direct reports to attain best performance.
* Perform routine appraisals to deliver best results and to obtain the maximum team output.
* Manage the activities of the Manufacturing Engineering/NPI team and hold regular team meetings.
* Ensure KPIs and business metrics are achieved.
Manufacturing/Process/CAPA/New Product Introduction (NPI) Responsibilities:
* Identify and guide the team in the successful implementation of process changes that will improve existing device quality, performance, and efficacy.
* Cost reduction and yield/efficiency improvement opportunities.
* Provide engineering input and support for the investigation and resolution of Non-Conformances associated with devices post release to market.
* Support Regulatory Affairs as required with engineering input for process-related submissions and renewals post initial release of devices to market.
Qualifications:
* Formal production/engineering qualification and/or relevant experience in at least one of the following areas: Manufacturing Engineering/Device Design & Development/CAPA.
* Strong proven people management skills.
* Previous experience in a supervisory position desired.
The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate at all levels of the organisation, and excellent organisational and team building skills. They will also be willing and available to travel on company business.