Supervisor - Calibration and Metrology

Arthrex

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. Arthrex is actively searching for a Supervisor, Metrology and Calibration for our manufacturing facility in Ave Maria, FL. The Supervisor – Calibration & Metrology is responsible for managing the calibration & metrology program to ensure compliance with internal standards and medical device regulations. This individual is responsible for coordinating the execution of calibration activities for measurement and test equipment throughout the equipment life cycle according to standard operating procedures. Additionally, this individual will supervise and coordinate the activities of the metrology team, ensuring timely support of Manufacturing, Engineering and Quality teams. Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
2 years or more of supervision preferred
5 years Manufacturing Quality/Engineering related experience required
Familiarity with various inspection equipment, including CMM and non-contact measurement methods.
Proficiency in reading / interpreting engineering drawings and the application of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing per ASME Y 14.5.
Knowledge of testing equipment and applicable national standards relating to testing (i.e. ASTM standards, NIST, etc.). Familiarity in operating test and inspection equipment used in Quality Control. Familiarity with applicable federal, military, FDA, ISO and EN specifications.
Proficiency in the use of PC and programs, particularly Excel, Word (or equivalents if changed by the Company), SAP.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Ability to comprehend and apply mathematical principles to the degree required to perform the job based upon job requirements.
Ability to comprehend and apply language skills to the degree required to perform the job based upon the job requirements listed above. Ability to verbally communicate ideas and issues effectively to other team members and management. Ability to write and record data and information as required by procedures.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required sit; use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. To bend frequently and lift 50-70 lbs. on a regular basis.
Visual acuity necessary to do the job safely and effectively.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The area that this job is performed in is a general office or open cubicle/workstation environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering preferred
Proficiency in Gage R&R and test method validation preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership for the calibration program, ensuring appropriate establishment of calibration requirements, timely execution of calibration schedules, and robust investigation into calibration issues.
Review and implement on-going improvements to the efficiency of the calibration process, including minimizing calibration frequencies where possible based upon increasing levels of confidence and reliability.
Provides leadership to direct reports, including development and evaluation of team goals driving continuous improvement and overall effectiveness of the calibration program.
Maintain master calibration schedule cycles within the calibration database
Coordinate internal and external calibration work ensuring calibrations are performed to schedule, Maintain calibration contracts/agreements with external vendors.
Coordinate and perform calibration activities to support validation activities of new/modified products/processes and relocation activities.
Provide training and guidance to associates performing internal calibrations
Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality to select state of the art measuring and test equipment.
Support internal measurement processes through creation of measurement programs, fixturing for new or revised parts and qualification of measurement methods.
Coordinate internal metrology training for new operators and inspectors.
Identify opportunities to streamline or improve inspection methods.
Strong communication, collaboration, and teamwork with other departments to ensure the effective execution of the quality system
Report on metrics to quality leadership