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Our Client, a leading medical device company based in Leitrim is looking for a Lean Engineer to join their team.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
* Leading Lean implementation across the site.
* Support Lean systems training activities, Kaizen events and visual management throughout the site.
* Implement and maintain MDI boards for all cells.
* Execute monthly 5S audits on all assigned cells in a timely manner.
* Complete accurate time observation sheets as required.
* Conduct line balancing exercises.
* Maintain current state value stream maps for key products.
* Coach other staff in Lean systems methodologies, teach them to see waste and facilitate structured problem solving (Problem statement, Ishikawa, 5 whys etc.).
* Highlight opportunities for improvement within the clean rooms.
* Ensure methodologies are adhered to and that Lean Business becomes ingrained in the company culture.
* Ensure that all changes are implemented in compliance with the QMS, (ISO13485 / FDA) and the OH&S, Environmental and Energy Management Systems (ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 50001) and other regulatory requirements relevant to the Company.
* Ensure that health and safety requirements are considered before implementing change so that potential hazards or risks are identified and mitigated.
* Adhere to Plant Safety requirements and Health & Safety requirements relating to your work, assuming responsibility for those aspects of the OH&S System over which you have control to ensure the health and safety of yourself and others.
* Be aware of the potential environmental impacts associated with your work and the implications of non-conformance.
* Contribute to enhanced energy performance by conservation of energy where possible (Lighting, Equipment, Air Conditioning etc.).
* Contribute to the continual improvement activities of the OH&S, Environmental and Energy Management systems through participation, providing feedback/ suggestions for improvement and by reporting accidents, dangerous occurrences, near misses/illness, good catches and environmental incidents in a timely manner.
Job Requirements
* Bachelor’s degree in Business / Manufacturing / Engineering / Life Sciences or 5+ years’ experience in a Continuous Improvement Technician role in a medical device environment plus Certified Lean Systems Black Belt and Six Sigma Green Belt.
* An Associate position may exist for 3 years’ experience in a Continuous Improvement Technician role in a medical device environment plus Certified Lean Systems Black Belt and Six Sigma Green Belt.
* A Senior position may exist for facilitating and executing a minimum of 20 Kaizen events.
* Knowledge and experience of continuous improvement methodology (Kaizen, 3P, 5S, SMED, MDI etc.).
* Experience in Visual Management, 5S and MDI is desirable.
* Experience in Project Management with expertise in coordinating project teams including motivation of staff, coaching/training, follow up on actions.
* Comprehensive knowledge of IT business systems including Business systems (preferably IQMS), Quality systems and other computer-based systems.
* Excellent communication, training and problem solving and facilitation skills with high levels of personal drive and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, strong technical acumen.
* Ability to define and agree company and personal goals for continuous improvement activity and deliver on these goals.
* Proven track record of providing verifiable results as a Change Agent.
-Pale Blue Dot Recruitment, The Resource for the MedTech Workforce-
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering, Manufacturing, and Project Management
Industries
Medical Equipment Manufacturing and Manufacturing
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