Applications Engineer

Applications Engineer

Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry. Our customers view us as a trusted partner in the areas of injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping and device assembly.

The Applications Engineer will lead the Technical Solutions team in support of identifying new business opportunities in partnership with Business Development, crafting creative technical solution options for business opportunities, and generating compelling and timely quotations or proposals to win desired new business for Cretex Medical. This role will act as a collaborative leader in partnership with Business Development, NPD, NPI, and Operations to build a team, process, and approach that enables an aligned and effective means of turning new business opportunities into profitable products in production and a positive Customer experience.

Responsibilities

• Build and nurture an effective and collaborative Technical Solutions team that embraces Cretex's values and enables a pathway to reach Cretex Medical's growth and profitability targets
• Provide consistent presence and executive leadership to strengthen collaboration, team performance, and positive employee experiences
• Partner with Business Development in creating a positively differentiated Customer Experience where Cretex Medical is recognized as a critical partner in the customer value stream as an innovative, timely, and competitive strategic supplier
• Establish an efficient and effective methodology in collaboration with functional leader peers to create compelling and winning technical solutions for new business opportunity quotes / proposals
• Effectively lead the organization and customers through technical challenges and implement preventive measures to reduce future risk
• Engage with Business Development, Technology Development, NPD, and other partners to improve understanding of target markets for new business and contribute to technology roadmap priorities to support them
• Champion operational excellence principles by providing an environment where every employee is empowered and inspired to eliminate waste and improve the employee and customer experience
• Communicate business results, processes, strategies and outcomes with executives, stakeholders, employees, and customers in a timely and efficient manner

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business management, or related field
• 7+ years of progressive leadership in equivalent contract manufacturing environment
• 5+ years of experience in technical solutions/sales
• Demonstrated cross-functional leadership in a matrixed environment including manufacturing, supply chain, business development, quality, and NPD/NPI engineering
• Demonstrated ability to build customer relationships
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail

Desirable Criteria & Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters in Engineering
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems
• Experience in 510k and FDA submissions
• Executive Management training

What is it like to work at Cretex Medical?

We recognize the contribution of every individual and promote growth, safety and security for all our employees. Cretex Medical values performance and pays competitive wages along with a rich benefit package. We offer a positive work environment with a focus on continuous improvement.

Here are some of things that employees have said about working for Cretex Medical:

• "The culture at Cretex is collaborative. Everyone here is willing to help you whether it is a director, a machinist, or your boss. Everyone is always willing to help you figure out a project and get it done right."
• "I would tell potential interns that Cretex is a great company to work for. It has set a high bar for corporate culture as well as the quality of work you can do. I would definitely recommend it."
• "I learned that I really like the medical device industry. The importance and the gravity of what we do here is felt by the employees. You can have that passion in your work because you know what you are striving for is to save lives."

We encourage you to explore the many opportunities Cretex Medical can offer you as a valued team member.

Pay Range

USD $82,600.00 - USD $123,800.00 /Yr.

Pay Range Details

This pay range reflects the base hourly rate or annual salary for positions within this job grade, based on our market-based pay structures. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions. Offers are rarely made at the minimum or maximum of the range.

Company Benefits

Compensation: This is a bonus eligible postion.

All Employees: Our 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution; onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service), Cretex University, 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost, wellness program with incentives, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees.

20+hours: Cretex's medical benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week.

30+ hours: Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week.

(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)

Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.

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