Senior Engineering Manager
We are working with a world leading medical equipment manufacturer based in Cork. Through expansion, the client is hiring a
Senior Engineering Manager
to their. Candidates must have extensive leadership within medical devices or automation in Ireland to apply for this role.
Key Roles & Responsibilities:
* Responsible for Manufacturing Engineering of a given area.
* Works with Value Stream and Quality Engineering Manager to deliver business objectives – lean manufacturing metrics, VIP, cycle time, scarp as %VOP etc.
* Responsible for developing a world class-manufacturing group that is proficient in problem solving manufacturing issues using Six-Sigma tools.
* Drives IBP (Integrated Business Plan) contract deliverables by providing input on process technology selection.
* Develops and executes departmental budgets and capital spending.
* Leads or represents function in periodic business metric reviews.
* Initiates cross-functional partnerships to identify and resolve production/engineering issues.
* Prioritizes and drives execution of multiple complex department projects. Sponsorsand supports Operations Value Improvement Process (VIP) or Strategic Activity Review (STAR) projects.
* Responsible for the departmental basics including budgeting, hiring, day-to-day management, project resourcing, etc.
* Establishes and supports a work environment of continuous improvement that supports our Quality policy, Quality System & the appropriate regulations for the area.
* Ensures employees are trained to do their work and their training is documented.
* Maintain compliance metrics around adherence to preventative maintenance schedule and calibration schedule.
* Ensure relevant documentation is prepared and updated in line with all Quality and Regulatory guidelines and promotes full compliance to all GMP & E&AS requirements.
* Keep abreast of all relevant technological advancements.
* Maintain and develop the team's technical and trouble shooting skills.
* Sustain an environment of continuous improvement.
* Develop and maintain relationships with technical management in sister sites and R&D.
* Develop new equipment platforms as necessary.
* Develop and implement the appropriate maintenance procedures and protocols to ensure processes always remain in control.
* Oversee the specification and purchase of capital equipment ensuring balance between optimizing technological capabilities and return on investment.
* Manage the planning and execution of equipment validations per E&AS requirements.
Education & Experience:
* Level 8 qualification required in a related discipline.
* Ideally 8 + years' experience in a Leadership role within a manufacturing environment.
* Demonstrated experiencing of influencing at all levels and building strategic relationships.
* Strong focus on driving an engaged and inclusive culture and developing a high performing cross functional diverse team.
* Results driven with a proven ability to deliver targets and meet deadlines.
* Key Decision Maker and ability to drive innovation and influence site strategy.
* Excellent understanding of financial acumen and ability to manage budgets and deliver on strategic plans.
* Innovative mindset with preference for experience within automation.