Associate Manufacturing Engineer
Teleflex

Job Info

Expected Travel: Up to 25%

Requisition ID:3785

About Teleflex Incorporated

Teleflex is a global provider of clinically effective medical technologies designed to improve the health and quality of people's lives. We apply purpose driven innovation - a relentless pursuit of identifying unmet clinical needs - to benefit patients and healthcare providers. Our portfolio is diverse, with solutions in the fields of vascular and interventional access, interventional cardiology, surgical, anesthesia, cardiac care, interventional urology, urology, emergency medicine and respiratory care. Teleflex employees worldwide are united in the understanding that what we do every day makes a difference. For more information, please visit teleflex.com.

OEM - Teleflex Medical OEM is a leading global provider of product development and production services for medical device manufacturers. We set ourselves apart with deep expertise, decades of experience, a dedication to design for manufacturability, and extensive, in-house capabilities, which include engineering, regulatory services, material selection and formulation, prototyping, manufacturing, assembly and packaging. We deliver industry-changing innovations and next-generation solutions for extrusions; diagnostic and interventional catheters; balloons and balloon catheters; sheath/dilator sets; specialty sutures, braids and fibers; and bioabsorbable sutures, yarns and resins. Join a dynamic, growing team that offers healthcare providers an array of medical technology solutions that make a difference in patients' lives.

Position Summary

The Associate Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for supporting all aspects of the manufacturing process. This is a hands-on position that will provide key technical support throughout the organization. Under supervision, this role will take part in manufacturing and engineering functions such as specifying and validating new equipment and materials, troubleshooting processes, identifying and implementing process improvements. This role will also work with cross-functional teams to monitor and improve yields, resolve material issues, customer complaints and review customer issues. Interface with vendors and internal departments to achieve our goal of high-quality products and on-time delivery.

Principal Responsibilities

• Work closely with Mansfield-based engineering, including time on site, on a regular basis to maintain compliance with Design Control and other standards.
• Implement improvements based on continuous improvement and Lean initiatives.
• Develop process flows and create bill of materials based on existing and new processes.
• Provide support across all functional areas; interface with internal customers and suppliers.
• Represent the department during MRB and perform root cause analysis and support NC's and CAPA's as required.
• Use of SolidWorks for design and creation of gages, fixtures, and tooling.
• Implement cost reduction by working closely with manufacturing to reduce scrap.
• Create and maintain manufacturing-related documentation including work instructions, batch records, PFMEA's, etc..
• Determine process parameters/limitations to meet product specifications in collaboration with Product Development.
• Ensure key characteristics of requests are properly communicated between all parties (technical sales, engineering, and production).
• Participate in Design control Projects as a core part of the manufacturing team.
• Assist in Research & Development of new materials, assembly methods, and manufacturing processes.
• Initiate, process, and review engineering change notices.
• Perform IQ's, PQ's and OQ's as required per design control.
• Write, monitor, and review test protocols.
• Personify the Teleflex Core Values: Entrepreneurial Spirit, Building Trust, and Make it Fun.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Education / Experience Requirements

• BS degree required. Engineering degree preferred.
• Minimum of one year engineering experience in education or in a manufacturing environment required. Medical device industry background preferred.

Specialized Skills / Other Requirements

• Good working knowledge of manufacturing processes preferred. As related to medical device manufacturing preferred.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft products, & ERP systems.
• General understanding of machine design and automation principles.
• Strong ability to multi-task, prioritize and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Exceptional problem solving and decision-making skills and the ability to think independently.
• Lean, Six Sigma knowledge preferred.
• Ability to rely heavily on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Familiar with the design controls, FDA regulation, GMP practices, and ISO 13485 regulations.
• Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills, fluent in English.

Teleflex, Inc. is an affirmative action & equal opportunity employer. D/V/M/F. Applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. If you require accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at: 262-439-1894.

Teleflex is the home of Arrow®, Deknatel®, Hudson RCI®, LMA®, Pilling®, Rüsch®, UroLift® and Weck® - trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose.Teleflex, the Teleflex logo, Arrow, Deknatel, Hudson RCI, LMA, Pilling, Rüsch, UroLift and Weck are trademarks or registered trademarks of Teleflex Incorporated or its affiliates, in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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