RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for process development, equipment specification, acquisition and implementation.
- Works to identify root cause of manufacturing failures using structured problem solving. Applies root cause fixes to prevent reoccurrence.
- Evaluates machine logic, electromechanical systems and process controls to troubleshoot equipment.
- Completes design of experiments, validation, completion of testing and analysis of data for continuous improvement activities. Presents data to equipment teams.
- Suggests and supports new methods or materials for continual improvement of quality and efficiency.
- Analyzes current equipment for process suitability and provides detailed plans for improvement
- Creates and revises manufacturing documents, specifications, standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety instructions, validation protocols, risk assessments, and procedures and other technical documents to ensure compliant, efficient and safe procedures
- Works with other engineers and technicians in developing solutions and improvements in materials, equipment and process as necessary
- Participates in teams as necessary to ensure continual improvement, safety and compliance
- Provides training and process expertise for product processing in specific areas such as process development, tooling development and validation.
- Manages engineering project teams and coordinates activities.
- Mentors junior engineers and maintenance technicians.
- Initiates and works to resolve Quality Incidents and CAPA.
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS | EDUCATION:
- Bachelor's degree (BS) in engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum three years engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
- Familiarity with a variety of material testing and measuring methods.
- Knowledge of Database software; CAD software; Development software; Internet software; Inventory software; Manufacturing software; Project Management software; Microsoft Excel software and Microsoft Word software.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working in a GMP, FDA, ISO and USDA regulated environment.
- Familiarity with cGMP and ISO 13485 regulations and practices.
- with statistical analysis software (Minitab).
COMPETENCIES:
- Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as ANSI/AQL, probability and statistics.