Manufacturing Engineer Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our client's team, a leading manufacturer of key components for the Medical Device industry worldwide.
Key Responsibilities:
* Supervise production staff, ensuring targets are met and staffing levels are adequate.
* Collaborate with manufacturing and project engineering teams to develop, troubleshoot, standardize, and improve production methods and procedures.
* Take lead role in troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of injection moulding and extrusion tooling.
* E nsure machines, tools, and processes operate within prescribed process tolerances and maintenance schedules.
* Implement continuous improvement activities on new and existing processes.
* Maintain appropriate spares inventory for key maintenance items.
* Perform preventative maintenance on injection moulding equipment and coordinate repairs when necessary.
* Execute mould changeovers and equipment setups as part of production runs.
* Perform equipment qualifications and validations to meet quality system and end customer requirements.
Requirements:
* Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar role.
* HETAC Level 6 qualification in Polymer Engineering or equivalent.
* Eligibility to work full time in Ireland.
* Strong knowledge of Injection Moulding equipment and processes.
* Ability to supervise a small group of production staff.
* Knowledge of mould tooling, tooling materials & IQ/OQ/PQ Validation processes.
* General manufacturing processing knowledge with at least 5 years previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
* Medical device or regulated industry experience is an advantage.
Estimated Salary:
€60,000 - €80,000 per annum, depending on experience.