Title: GraduateEngineer Reports to:StaffEngineer Department:Engineering Purpose of the role:This role is designed to combine learning opportunities for the incumbent with the completion of a number of product development and manufacturing related projects.
Key Responsibilities: Key responsibilities will include (but are not limited) to the following: Develop and characterise device manufacturing processes for new commercial opportunities.
Take responsibility for new equipment purchasing, installation and commissioning.
Carry out validation work in accordance with the appropriate FDA and ISO regulatory requirements Work as part of project teams to develop new processes and deliver new products to the Manufacturing team.
Identify and implement improved processes which will eliminate waste and deliver a more efficient and effective commercial result.
Where possible, provide technical support on new technology and process development across the plant with an emphasis on supporting the development of robust manufacturing processes.
Become proficient in the relevant manufacturing processes so that the incumbent has a strong understanding of the factors which will have an effect on qualifying manufacturing processes.
Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements.
Ensure Quality and EHS policies and procedures are adhered to at all times.
Competency Profile People Clear verbal and written communication Ability to lead meetings Ability to work in a cross functional team Ability to use interpersonal skills to deal successfully with day to day people related issues Ability to influence employees that do not report directly Demonstrates behaviours in line with Teleflex Core Values Strategy Understand the key drivers of our business Understand the role of engineering and its impact on the key business drivers Understanding of how other functions interact to achieve the companys organisational goals Customers and Vendors Ability to communicate technical information and concepts to a prospective customer in a clear format Ability to understand customer relationships Ability to generate appropriate relationships with customers and vendors Ability to deal with difficult customer communications Ability to influence customers where necessary Professional skills/knowledge Basic Project management skills Understanding of Teleflex Quality system.
Statistical analysis Structured Problem Solving techniques Understanding of Lean Principles Ability to drive projects to completion Technical report writing Process validations/FMEA's and protocols Understanding of Health & Safety - Machine safety, basic Ergonomics, electrical safety, Chemical safety Ability to generate and understanding technical drawing (AutoCAD/Inventor) Understanding of new product introduction process Ability to influence employees that do not report directly An understanding of Validation and statistical techniques and an appreciation of their importance and use.
A team player who can understand how this position can drive the improved performance of Teleflex Medical, Limerick in terms of yields and efficiencies.
Some of these improved efficiencies will arise from implementing new technology.
An ability to deal with fluidity in the workplace and adjust ones priorities quickly and effectively to achieve the appropriate goals.
Teleflex Specific competencies A degree inMechanical, Manufacturing, Biomedical or Polymer Engineering is essential.
Genuine Interest in Engineering and medical device development.
A strong technical aptitude and understanding of catheter manufacturing processes would be an advantage.
A self-starter, capable of working closely with operations in order to proactively support the overall goals of the company.
Ability to work under results related pressure to meet tight timelines and in hands on manner.
A person with strong mechanical skills who is willing to take ownership for the provision of engineering support in this role.
Ability to work in a fluid, demanding environment.
A person with strong communication skills.
Understanding and appreciation of Teleflex ethics Standards.
Thorough understanding of Teleflex processes and products Skills: Engineering graduate Benefits: bonus health insurance pension annual leave