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Sr. Extrusion Engineer
New Hampshire SUMMARY
This hands-on engineering position
will provide technical support and operating knowledge for our medical extrusion operation. This person will take the lead
role in extrusion engineering functions such as validating and troubleshooting processes, identifying and implementing process
improvements. The engineer will work with cross-functional teams to move pilot operations into production. The engineer will
also be required to work with internal and external machine shops to design and specify tooling/fixturing.
PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Troubleshoot and validate extrusion processes (melt
extrusion, expansion)
- Responsible for strategic planning for extrusion area(s).
- Drive C.I.P. activity.
- Create and update SOPs
- Troubleshoot
technical problems related to the production of plastic parts.
- Participate in CAPA projects.
- Contribute to cross-functional teams that enhance improvement initiatives, capital planning, project implementation,
process improvement, and product development.
- Initiate, direct and support projects to implement
innovative equipment processes, and methods that enhance efficiency, improve safety, and increase profitability.
- Perform other related duties as required.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Knowledge/Skills
- Experience in process validations, statistics and SPC using Minitab software...
- Knowledge in plastic processing tooling and materials. Experienced in FEP extrusion and FEP Heat Shrink.
- Ability to write and perform IQ’s, OQ’s and PQ’s. Experience in transferring product from pilot
to production.
- Determine root cause of process problems and implement creative solutions.
- Use 3D Modeling, preferably SolidWorks
- Proficient in designing, acquiring, and implementing
new equipment and processes.
- Good working knowledge of manufacturing methods, including RF plastic
forming, injection molding, and assembly methods
- Knowledge in plastics processing, tooling
and materials.
- Experience with lean manufacturing
- Proficient
in MS Office Products
- Experienced in process controls
- Excellent
oral and written communication skills
- Ability to prioritize and work independently
- Familiar with the design controls, FDA regulation, and GMP practices
- Experience with
risk analyst
- Relies heavily on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
- Good working knowledge of GD&T.
- Ability to prioritize and work independently
Education and Experience
- Requires
BSME; prefer Plastics Engineering Degree. Masters in Plastics Engineering a plus.
- 5-10
years experience in precision extrusion
- Green / Black Belt desired.
- Experience
in using lean, six sigma tools.
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