Manufacturing Engineer

Extremity Care•Franklin, WI

22d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer is primarily responsible for providing technical assistance and engineering support to the manufacturing group. Additionally, improve existing processes, develop new and cost-effective manufacturing concepts as well as train production operators, mentor process technicians and engage maintenance personnel in resolving process, material, mold, tooling and equipment problems using systematic methods of troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and irreversible corrective action implementation.

Requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication and effective human interaction skills.
Flexible to change and possess a high degree level of integrity and “can do attitude”.
Willing to work in a team environment and contribute to group goals
Ability to receive and provide instructions in a positive manner.
Able to comprehend college algebra, college physics, basic chemistry, statistics, and unit conversion.
Ability to secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Engineering with a focus on Polymer Science, or related field, preferred.
3 years' experience in manufacturing environment preferably in medical devices with hands on responsibility for processes, preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience in thermoset or thermoplastics extrusion, molding and/or assembly process for medical devices is preferred.
Experience with root cause analysis
Six Sigma Green or Black Belt preferred
Lean Manufacturing preferred

Responsibilities

Improve existing processes, develop new and cost-effective manufacturing concepts, lead scrap reduction teams through lean methodologies, and actively participate in value improvement projects.
Provide technical assistance, process development and engineering support to the manufacturing floor to include extruding, molding, assembly, and packaging areas to ensure timely delivery of product while meeting customer expectations on cost and quality.
Train production operators, mentor process technicians and engage maintenance personnel in resolving process, material, mold, tooling, and equipment problems using systematic methods of troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and irreversible corrective action implementation.
Support flawless launch activities through active participation in FMEA, PFD, part and tool design reviews, Kaizen, and other cross-functional team events.
Execute validation and qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) protocols for new product, equipment, tooling, and processes. Follow SOP on re-validation of existing equipment, tooling, and processes.
Work closely with Project Engineers in developing processes that meet customer expectations on cost, quality, and delivery of new product development.
Document lessons learned and report status of all projects and assignments in a timely manner.
Generate, update, and implement process documentation, including ECO’s, operator work instructions, manufacturing procedures, sample requests, process, inspection and troubleshooting guides.
Close assigned CAPAs in a timely manner.
Complete project and report status in a timely manner. Utilize project management tools in establishing timelines, building action item lists, and completing milestones.
Understand and follow the SOP’s pertaining to the specific area.
Understand and follow the Work Instructions pertaining to the specific area.
Maintain hazardous waste according to EH&S procedures.
Other duties as assigned.
Report to work in-person and start job duties on time for established shift.
Complete required hours on assigned works shift to complete assigned responsibilities and duties.