Process Engineer - Medical Device

Role: Process Engineer - Medical Devices

Hiring Method: 12 Month Contract w/ Potential for Extensions + Perm

Location: Onsite in Pleasant Prairie, WI

Compensation: $42/hr to $48.67/hr.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

Bachelor's Degree from four-year college or university, or 6 to 8 years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Computer skills required: Microsoft Office; Statistical Analysis Software (i.e. MiniTab / JMP)

•Skills:

o Ability to design and execute a DOE

o Technical Writing; including validations and technical reports

o Ability to analyze data based on statistical methods

o Problem-solving skills

o Communication internally & externally

o Leadership

o Equipment Specifications

o Manufacturing Methods and Procedures

o Product Development

Job Description

Our client, a Manufacturer of Medical Devices and Flexible Packaging Solutions, is looking to add Manufacturing Engineers to their Pleasant Prairie, WI site. The Manufacturing Engineer develops and implements optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards; recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods and controls; coordinates manufacturing launch for new or revised products. The senior manufacturing engineer is expected to leverage their experiences to mentor others, take the initiative to assist in plant decision making and execute tasks with minimal supervision or direction.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluates manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors when needed; soliciting observations from operators.

• Develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors when needed.

• Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work flow, space requirements, and equipment layout.

• Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished- product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes.

• Create work instructions and validation documentation for Pouch Header Bag Machines and other automated packaging systems to ISO 13485 standards

• Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements.

• Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.

• Provides manufacturing engineering support for manufacturing processes and equipment.

• Maintains product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.

• Keeps equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services; following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures; requesting special service when needed.

• Completes design and development projects by training and guiding technicians.

• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies (Where applicable).

• Takes the initiative to mentor others on topics that the senior manufacturing engineer is considered a subject matter expert.