Location: Galway
About the Role:
Our client, a leading innovator in the medical device industry, is seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Process Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role is ideal for an experienced professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about driving efficiency and quality in manufacturing processes. You will play a pivotal role in optimising production, supporting technicians, and ensuring that equipment and processes meet the highest standards of performance and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support and Troubleshoot: Provide daily support to line technicians and product builders, focusing on troubleshooting equipment and process-related issues. Deliver training to line technicians as needed.
- Process Optimisation: Oversee the manufacturing process, assess process risks, and implement mitigations to enhance yields and overall process efficiency.
- Vendor Collaboration: Collaborate with equipment vendors to identify and implement process improvements.
- Problem-Solving Leadership: Foster a strong problem-solving culture by utilising standard methodologies such as DMAIC and Six Sigma.
- Process Development: Develop and adhere to a process development plan for line equipment.
- Equipment Oversight: Oversee all line equipment, ensuring maintenance and calibration schedules are maintained and up to date.
- Qualifications Protocols: Execute Installation Qualification (IQ) and Operational Qualification (OQ) protocols for laboratory and production equipment.
- Project Management: Communicate and update project activities using established project management methodologies.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Educational Background: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Science, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Industry Experience: 3 to 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or process development role within a medical device company.
- Technical Skills: Experience with processes such as lyophilisation, mixing, and dispensing is an advantage.
- Standards and Compliance: Proven experience with Good Documentation Practice (GDP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards.
- Material Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of engineering materials used in medical device manufacturing, including hydrogels, metals, and polymers.
- Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with experience in DMAIC or similar tools.
- Professional Traits: Organised, innovative, and demonstrates a strong work ethic in both independent and team-based projects.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Hands-On Expertise: Highly proficient in hands-on and technical work.
Why Galway?
Experience an exceptional quality of life in County Galway, where a vibrant community meets stunning landscapes, excellent schools, and a thriving cultural scene, making it an ideal place to live, work, and grow.
Apply Now:
Seize this exciting opportunity to advance your career in medical device manufacturing with a company committed to innovation and excellence. Apply today and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of healthcare.
For more information on this role in please contact Johanne Kennedy on +353 86 440 3725 / choices@hero.ie
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