Process Improvement Specialist
Embla MedicalJob Description:
Under the supervision of their manager, the incumbent is responsible for investigation of operational improvement plans, developing, coordinating, and supporting engineering projects with many complex features. Carry out assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques or procedures. Work on the development of new or improved techniques or procedures and new or refined equipment, materials, processes, products, and/or methods.
Responsibilities:
Improvement in manufacturing process design
Identifies areas of opportunity in the process, proposes improvement solutions achieving greater efficiency in the process
Evaluates proposed improvements to processes and products based on analyses of regulatory requirements, product quality needs, ergonomics, safety, environmental and costs.
Understands and utilizes the Quality System Requirements for design control and provides an appropriate engineering/technical assessment of data/documents supporting the design history file.
Develops experimental design and statistical process control tools to ensure process reliability, maintainability and safety.
Evaluates fitness for use of materials, designs, processes, tests, and products.
Design, execution, and analysis of experiments based on statistical techniques.
Creativity / Innovation: Ability to challenge conventional practices and adapt established methods for new uses, seeking continuous improvement in the system
Risk management development, troubleshooting and refinement of manufacturing processes and equipment.
Performs and writes validations of product, processes and equipment in accordance with FDA, ISO and other applicable guidelines.
Documents work via reports, technology notebooks, and design file entries.
Develops procedures, trains other associates, and assists other technical associates
Hands-on involvement with all phases of his/her projects.
Teamwork: interacts with colleagues, resolves conflicts that may arise within the team, promotes collaboration within the team by developing a cooperative environment
Performs other related duties as assigned or required.
Qualifications:
Education: Requires a bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline -or-
Experience: A minimum of 1-3 years related experience.
Other Knowledge, Skills, Abilities or Certifications: Excellent written, oral and presentation skills are required. Efficiency in MS Office experience, advance-level knowledge of Excel highly desired. Must have demonstrated ability to prioritize, initiate, and drive projects to completion and knowledge of the fundamentals of statistics. Works effectively in teams as well as independently.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $66,717 - $82,406 + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
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Össur is a leading global provider of prosthetics and bracing and supports solutions.
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