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Planet Pharma Group
Manufacturing Engineer
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What they do
A Manufacturing Engineer uses technology and engineering to help companies and organizations manufacture products with efficient use of time, resources, and energy.
$87,125 / year median in Illinois
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Target PR Range:
33-43/hrDOE Summary:
The main function of a manufacturing engineer is to apply knowledge of technical principles and systems/procedures to optimize manufacturing processes.Job Responsibilities:
- Optimize manufacturing processes, including using engineering methods (e.g., SIX Sigma and LEAN methods) for continuous process improvement and/or re-design/design of equipment, tools, fixtures, etc. to improve manufacturing processes, employing technical design skills
- Develop moderately complex experiments and tests (including writing and executing protocols) to qualify and validate manufacturing processes; analyze results, make recommendations, and develop reports
- Analyze and resolve moderately complex Manufacturing and Compliance issues (e.g., CAPA, non-conformances, audit observations)
- Develop training and documentation materials (e.g., work instructions) for production to enable the seamless knowledge transfer of project and manufacturing processes
- Establish project plans to ensure deliverables are completed to customers expectations, using project management tools (e.g., Project Plan, Risk Analysis, etc.)
- Oversee manufacturing support tasks; give instruction to technicians on conducting tests; train technicians and provide feedback; and coordinate technician work
- Other incidental duties assigned by
Leadership Skills:
- Good computer skills in usage of MS Office Suite including MS Project; CAD experience preferred (if applicable)
- Good documentation, communication (e.g., written and verbal) and interpersonal relationship skills including consultative and relationship management skills
- Basic understanding of statistical techniques
- Previous experience working with lab/industrial equipment required (if applicable)
- Solid understanding and knowledge of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to Engineering
- Solid problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills
- Solid understanding of processes and equipment used in assigned work
- Knowledge of and adherence to Environmental Health and Safety and Quality guidelines as they relate to department clean room medical device manufacturing
- Knowledge of applicable FDA regulations for medical device industry
- Strict attention to detail
- Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment
- Must be able to work in a team environment, including the ability to manage vendors and project stakeholders
- Ability to build productive internal/external working relationships
- Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
- 2-4 years experience required.