POSITION
DESCRIPTION
Job
Title: Manufacturing Engineer Department: Engineering
Reports
to: Mgr,
Engineering Approved: February 2010
BASIC
FUNCTION
Perform engineering
work related to planning, developing and adapting a variety of technologies and
methods for the most cost effective and efficient manufacturing of disposable
medical devices. Provide
engineering guidance and support to the manufacturing organization to
facilitate efficient operations within the production area and compliance
oriented environment.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES
Provides guidance
and support to the manufacturing organization to facilitate efficient
operations within the production area, optimize existing processes and to ensure
that production goals are achieved.
Reviews and monitors
performance of equipment, machines and tools and identifies and corrects
equipment problems or process parameters that produce non-conforming products,
low yields or product quality issues.
Optimizes
production by working with others to understand new and existing products and
utilizes technology to develop process improvements; enhance procedures,
fixtures, tooling and equipment. This
includes providing design for manufacturability (DFM) input.
Optimizes
processes for improved product quality, yield improvements, and cycle time
improvements.
Implements
Lean manufacturing concepts to eliminate non-value added activities.
Provides
guidance and direction to Set Up Operators and other production personnel to
ensure effective set up techniques are implemented. Trains set up and production personnel, as
required in a compliance oriented environment.
Interfaces with
R&D to integrate new products or processes into the existing manufacturing
area.
Initiates and
completes technical activities leading to new or improved procedures or
processes, for current or new customers, and to meet strategic goals and
objectives of the company. Develops and
prepares reports and make presentations to communicate findings and/or
recommendations.
Analyzes and
solves problems through the application of engineering principles, theories and
concepts.
Resolves
problems and assists others in problem resolution when inaccuracies occur
between the documentation and the assembly procedures. Generates engineering change orders (ECO’s)
as required.
Ensures
proper documentation is prepared and completed to meet company Quality System
requirements (i.e., work instructions, engineering technical reports,
validation protocols and reports, FMEA's, equipment specifications, and product
specifications/prints).
Works
cooperatively with others and other departments to ensure the success of
manufacturing process improvements.
Participates in project teams and
represents the manufacturing engineering function.
Efficiently
resolves raw material, process, equipment, and training issues on production
floor. Develops and implements
corrective actions as required.
Examines
equipment, processes, operations, and assembly to determine time or quality
revisions and suggests improvements.
Contributes
to the purchase of new capital equipment by evaluating vendors and proposals
and making recommendations to management.
Maintains
compliance to the Pelham Plastics Quality Management System procedures. Adheres to the company’s policies &
procedures.
Performs all
other duties as required or assigned
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent
EXPERIENCE: 3-5 years manufacturing engineering in the
plastics and/or medical devices industry
SPECIAL SKILLS: Understanding
of engineering principles, theories, concepts, practices and techniques; able
to read blueprints and schematics; understanding of Quality Control principles;
process validation; good communication skills and ability to communicate at all
levels in the organization.
PHYSICAL
REQUIREMENTS: Able to lift up to 20 lbs;
sit, stand, bend and stoop; good visual acuity and capable of fine motor skills
Pelham Plastics, Inc. is a growing manufacturer of high quality injection molded components and value added assembly services specializing in the medical device industry. The company provides design assistance and prototyping as well as the production of custom medical device components and assemblies, utilizing the latest technology. We are able to quickly customize top quality solutions for our customers. With over 12 years of continued success, we offer an opportunity for growth and expansion, including the recent addition and update of our R&D and manufacturing facility. We pride ourselves on a culture that is energized, fun and encourages every employee to be a valuable team member and careful crafter of products that help save and improve the quality of patient lives.
Qualified candidates should email their resume to loribunyan@pelhamplastics.com For more information, visit our website at www.pelhamplastics.com