Manufacturing Engineer III

Midmark Corporation•Versailles, OH

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer III leads and manages complex projects to develop, evaluate, improve, and implement manufacturing systems and methods for products in the medical, dental, and animal health markets. The role applies expert knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards. It initiates and leads complex projects, collaborates with cross-functional teams, and helps deliver innovative solutions and successful project execution. The position provides leadership in workforce optimization, space planning, workflow design, equipment layout, process development, and manufacturing improvements. It guides engineers in process capability, cost modeling, and process alternatives; resolves high-risk issues with management; and leads work involving equipment, materials, parts, sourcing, product evaluation, process optimization, quality improvement, corrective actions, technical documentation, and regulatory standards. The role also researches developments and trends, contributes process-improvement ideas, and influences change within its discipline and peer group. The position provides leadership, coaching, and mentoring to co-ops, technicians, and Level I and Level II engineers. It may act as a lead or first-level supervisor.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field and at least 4 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong written and verbal analytical and communication skills.
Experience with tooling, fixture, and process design concepts.
Fundamental application of engineering tools and methods.
Ability to apply problem-solving skills to identify root causes, propose solutions, and lead investigations.
Experience with Microsoft Office, design, and other business software packages.
Comprehension of advanced product design methods.
Strong mathematical and technical abilities.
Ability to multitask and solve problems.
Ability to lead by influence throughout the organization.
Proficiency and expert subject-matter knowledge in relevant functional areas.
Ability to lead and manage projects and project teams.
Knowledge of FDA and ISO regulations.
Ability to generate detailed, high-quality technical documentation.
Proficiency in designing complex systems and identifying new technological opportunities.
Ability to analyze and assess complex technical risks associated with projects.
Ability to influence project teams to apply best practices and lead cross-functional change management.
Ability to lead the design of complex, interconnected systems and shape the organization's technical direction.

Nice To Haves

Black Belt certification.

Responsibilities

Lead strategic workforce optimization, space planning, workflow design, and equipment layout to improve operational efficiency.
Educate engineers on process capability, cost-model development, and evaluation of process alternatives.
Facilitate development of new processes and work with management to solve high-risk issues.
Lead processes and projects involving specifications for equipment, materials, and parts to enhance operations and solve problems.
Lead sourcing changes between in-house production and suppliers in response to demand and capability changes.
Lead manufacturing evaluations of products to ensure adherence to specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
Provide expert guidance to cross-functional teams on process optimization, quality improvement initiatives, and corrective actions.
Lead discussions, meetings, and brainstorming sessions related to assigned work, and make decisions within assigned authority while escalating issues appropriately.
Analyze and guide engineers on cost, quality, and delivery improvements and implementation of sustainable solutions.
Develop best practices for documenting and maintaining work instructions.
Lead development and design of component processes and tooling for efficient production methods.
Lead and develop industry standards and regulations for quality, safety, and performance.
Learn technical tools and methods, and engage with new industry trends and technologies to support insight and implementation.
Use structured problem-solving to improve and innovate production processes; lead research and implementation of enhanced processes and capabilities.
Analyze complex part or assembly risk areas and teach engineers problem-solving techniques to reduce risk.
Lead development and execution of technical documentation, including verification and validation protocols, CAPAs, quality alerts, and process FMEAs.
Research developments and trends in the discipline, contribute ideas for process changes and improvements, and influence change within the discipline and peer group.
Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring to co-ops, technicians, and Level I and Level II engineers; may act as a lead or first-level supervisor.