Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer II
Location: Athlone

Responsibilities:

• Manage manufacturing yield and process performance improvements.

• Execute process validation and maintain production quality.

• Design manufacturing processes, procedures, and layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, machining, and material handling.

• Develop optimal machine arrangements within plant facilities for maximum efficiency.

• Define operational sequences and specify fabrication procedures for tools, equipment, and processes impacting product performance.

• Adapt machine/equipment designs to align with factory and production conditions.

• Incorporate inspection and test requirements into production plans.

• Inspect machinery, equipment, and tools to verify efficiency, initiating corrective actions to resolve deficiencies and ensure product quality.

• Develop and apply manufacturing processes aligned with statistical process control (SPC) techniques.

• Provide guidance to engineering on design concepts and specifications to maximize equipment and manufacturing technique utilization.

• Ensure processes and procedures comply with regulatory standards.

Specialist Career Stream:

• Functions as an individual contributor within a specialized discipline or field.

• Manages and delivers assigned projects, collaborating with stakeholders to achieve project objectives.

• May mentor colleagues or oversee the work of lower-level professionals.

• Primarily responsible for project delivery, from design to implementation, adhering to company policies and industry standards.

Differentiating Factors:

• Autonomy: Works independently with general supervision on moderately complex projects.

• Organizational Impact: Sets objectives to align with project milestones and cross-functional assignments.

• Innovation and Complexity: Addresses general problems requiring understanding of broader job functions and may recommend process enhancements.

• Communication and Influence: Communicates regularly with internal stakeholders to provide updates, share information, and support decision-making.

• Leadership and Talent Management: Provides guidance to entry-level professionals and support staff.

Required Knowledge and Experience:

• University Degree in Mechanical, Polymer, Biomedical, or related Engineering/Science discipline.

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, preferably within Medtech, Pharma, or Plastics processing industries.

• Practical experience in manufacturing processes and systems, with a focus on extrusion, blow molding, or injection molding.

• Application of statistical methods such as SPC, SQC, and DOE.

• Proficiency in DFA (Design for Automation), Lean Sigma, and analytical tools like Minitab.

• Experience in developing manufacturing documentation (MP, IP, BOM, CDP, IQ, OQ, PQ).

• Demonstrated participation in process improvements, material changes, automation, validation, CAPA, and continuous improvement projects.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Computer proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, SolidWorks, AutoCAD.

• Knowledge of medical device materials (e.g., nylons, PVC, polyethylene, polypropylene, Pebax, PTFE, polycarbonate).

• Familiarity with medical device manufacturing processes such as adhesive/thermal bonding, RF welding, and tip melting.

• Effective problem-solving skills, proactive team player, and self-driven with a results-oriented approach.

• Ability to manage projects from conception through completion, ensuring alignment with plant KPIs, schedules, and budgets