Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer II
Location: Athlone
Responsibilities:
* Manage manufacturing yield and process performance improvements.
* Execute process validation and maintain production quality.
* Design manufacturing processes, procedures, and layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, machining, and material handling.
* Develop optimal machine arrangements within plant facilities for maximum efficiency.
* Define operational sequences and specify fabrication procedures for tools, equipment, and processes impacting product performance.
* Adapt machine/equipment designs to align with factory and production conditions.
* Incorporate inspection and test requirements into production plans.
* Inspect machinery, equipment, and tools to verify efficiency, initiating corrective actions to resolve deficiencies and ensure product quality.
* Develop and apply manufacturing processes aligned with statistical process control (SPC) techniques.
* Provide guidance to engineering on design concepts and specifications to maximize equipment and manufacturing technique utilization.
* Ensure processes and procedures comply with regulatory standards.
Specialist Career Stream:
* Functions as an individual contributor within a specialized discipline or field.
* Manages and delivers assigned projects, collaborating with stakeholders to achieve project objectives.
* May mentor colleagues or oversee the work of lower-level professionals.
* Primarily responsible for project delivery, from design to implementation, adhering to company policies and industry standards.
Differentiating Factors:
* Autonomy: Works independently with general supervision on moderately complex projects.
* Organizational Impact: Sets objectives to align with project milestones and cross-functional assignments.
* Innovation and Complexity: Addresses general problems requiring understanding of broader job functions and may recommend process enhancements.
* Communication and Influence: Communicates regularly with internal stakeholders to provide updates, share information, and support decision-making.
* Leadership and Talent Management: Provides guidance to entry-level professionals and support staff.
Required Knowledge and Experience:
* University Degree in Mechanical, Polymer, Biomedical, or related Engineering/Science discipline.
* Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, preferably within Medtech, Pharma, or Plastics processing industries.
* Practical experience in manufacturing processes and systems, with a focus on extrusion, blow molding, or injection molding.
* Application of statistical methods such as SPC, SQC, and DOE.
* Proficiency in DFA (Design for Automation), Lean Sigma, and analytical tools like Minitab.
* Experience in developing manufacturing documentation (MP, IP, BOM, CDP, IQ, OQ, PQ).
* Demonstrated participation in process improvements, material changes, automation, validation, CAPA, and continuous improvement projects.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Computer proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, SolidWorks, AutoCAD.
* Knowledge of medical device materials (e.g., nylons, PVC, polyethylene, polypropylene, Pebax, PTFE, polycarbonate).
* Familiarity with medical device manufacturing processes such as adhesive/thermal bonding, RF welding, and tip melting.
* Effective problem-solving skills, proactive team player, and self-driven with a results-oriented approach.
* Ability to manage projects from conception through completion, ensuring alignment with plant KPIs, schedules, and budgets
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