Manufacturing Engineer
Life Science Recruitment
- Galway
- Contract
- Full-time
- Identify and implement opportunities for improved efficiency. Proactive monitoring of line efficiency, performance and output using Lean / Six Sigma methodologies.
- Establish relationship with external manufacturers ensuring production targets are achieved.
- Completion and review of process risk analysis and ongoing dedication to risk reduction.
- Provide design for manufacture feedback/support to R&D team during new product development phase.
- Equipment specification, procurement, calibration, and maintenance.
- Collaborate closely with component and service suppliers on any quality issues.
- Apply advanced statistical methods and performs mathematical calculations to resolve manufacturing processes, staff requirements, and production standards.
- Apply verbal and written communications skills in periodic and special reports and presentations both internally and with customers.
- Perform analytical problem solving/process improvement projects and utilizes structured decision-making skills.
- Give technical mentorship to junior engineers/technicians.
- Represent the company externally, for example at physician line tours.
- Mechanical or biomedical engineering degree or equivalent.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience within a GMP regulated Operations Department environment.
- Production / line support experience within a medical device environment.
- Working knowledge of six sigma and/or lean engineering principles with a proven track record in use and delivery of results.
- Specific experience of laser-cutting/welding, adhesive bonding, and microassembly of medical devices.
- Experience of technology transfer and process optimisation.