Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Athlone

Overview:

The Manufacturing Process Specialist is responsible for managing manufacturing yield and process performance improvements, executing process validation, and maintaining production quality across various manufacturing operations, including assembly, machining, and material handling.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage manufacturing yield and implement process performance improvements.

• Execute process validation and ensure consistent 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.

• Integrate inspection and testing requirements into production plans.

• Inspect machinery, equipment, and tools to verify efficiency, initiating corrective actions to resolve deficiencies and maintain 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 all 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.

For further information on this role, please contact Diarmuid Lannon on +353 861287246 or email consulting@hero.ie Check out all our open jobs on our HERO Recruitment website – https://www.hero.ie/

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