Overview We are seeking an experienced Additive Manufacturing Lead to oversee Laser Powder Bed Fusion (L-PBF) capabilities and drive the successful launch of new additive manufacturing projects from development through high-volume production.Remember to check your CV before applying Also, ensure you read through all the requirements related to this role.This role is ideal for someone with strong technical expertise, a passion for advanced manufacturing technologies, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Key Responsibilities Act as the technical owner of all Laser Powder Bed Fusion (L-PBF) operations.Lead Additive Manufacturingfocused New Product Introduction (NPI) projects.Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards within the additive manufacturing area.Manage preventative maintenance scheduling to ensure equipment uptime and reliability.Develop and oversee production schedules to meet business and customer requirements.Create and execute long-term strategies for scaling to higher-volume AM production.Lead process validation activitiesincluding VP, IQ, OQ, PQand maintain all required documentation.Participate in cross-functional project meetings and timeline reviews.Train and mentor manufacturing team members on AM processes and best practices.Collaborate with Materials Science, Design Engineering, Quality Assurance, and other departments to deliver high-quality products on schedule.Perform additional duties as required to support operational goals.Qualifications & Experience Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.Engineering experience within the medical device industry.Hands-on experience with Laser Powder Bed Fusion additive manufacturing.Knowledge of Lean methodologies (Six Sigma, Kaizen, Kanban, 5 S).Strong understanding of operations and New Product Introduction (NPI) processes.Excellent verbal and written communication skills for working with internal and external stakeholders.Self-starter with strong analytical, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities.Ability to excel in a dynamic, results-driven, and collaborative environment.Demonstrated success in cross-functional teamwork, particularly with Product Development and Quality teams.
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