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Cork

Our client based in Cork is seeking the following for a 12 month contract: JOB DESCRIPTION. JOB TITLE: Process Engineer – CNC. DEPARTMENT: Process Engineering. REPORTS TO: Process Engineering Team Lead. ORGANISATIONAL INTERFACES: Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, QA, Maintenance, Facilities, Toolroom, Technology Development Engineering, Materials Engineering, Outside Suppliers and other DePuy Synthes Manufacturing and Design Sites. JOB PURPOSE: The role is to provide engineering support for manufacturing operations based within the value streams. The role requires technical ownership to be taken for a number of process steps and contributing towards key business drivers such as HSE, Quality, Supply and Cost. The role will also require a focus on process stability which will involve managing CAPA and CIP projects. As process owner the role will involve collaborating with a number of functional groups delivering projects in the value stream such as NPI and Manufacturing Engineering as well as with suppliers and other sister sites running similar processes. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: General. • Support attainment of key business metrics through the provision of engineering support for value stream processes. • Elimination of safety and quality risks in the process through the delivery of robust engineering solutions. • Manage costs through the delivery of scrap, reprocessing and consumable projects. • Design & develop tools, fixtures, gauges and special equipment for manufacturing operations in conjunction with Toolroom Technicians and outside vendors. • Develop stable and capable manufacturing processes through a structured process development approach. • Preparation of all relevant manufacturing specifications. HS&E. • Actively promote a safety culture. • Manage contractors / vendors working on site to ensure full compliance with site safety requirements. • Ensure production equipment meets all relevant national and J&J Health, Safety and Environment requirements through completion of required assessments and documentation. Quality. • Competent in validation requirements for new consumables / materials and process changes. • Updates and maintenance of manufacturing specifications for process steps. • Ensure timely closure of quality actions such as Audit Actions, NCR’s, CAPA’s. • Ensure all process development, validation, etc. is managed in accordance with the Quality management system. Supply. • Support day to day operations through attendance at pulse walks and the timely closure of actions. • Root Cause Analysis and implementation of robust solutions to supply and quality issues as they arise through tools such as 8D and Six Sigma. • Project Management - provide timely and accurate reporting on project activities ensuring projects are delivered to agreed timelines. Cost. • Manage the consumables budget for the assigned value stream identifying opportunities for cost reduction and managing the delivery of savings. • Lead scrap reduction within the value stream through a structured approach to data capture, analysis and problem solving. • Identify and lead cost and technical improvements under the department’s continuous improvement program. • Provide process input into the value stream mapping process which is used to develop the business plan for the value stream. • Determine equipment layouts for manufacturing cells using Lean Manufacturing tool as identified. People. • Actively interface with cross-functional team members, always practicing good team work in support of day to day operating and project requirements. • Demonstrate strong leadership and a clear identifiable work ethos within the Engineering team. • Develop and maintain a Credo & Behavioural Standards based culture within the Engineering team. Strategic. • Work with Team Lead and/or Manager to develop and implement strategic engineering Goals & Objectives. • Support the implementation of all engineering and plant strategic initiatives. KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED (TO PERFORM THE JOB TO ACCEPTABLE STANDARD. Personal Traits. • Ability to manage multiple assignments or projects with sound analytical, troubleshooting and problem solving skills. • Flexible work ethic. • Strong influencing skills. • Excellent communication and presentation skills. • Good Problem Solving skills. • Drive, energy and enthusiasm for delivering to commitments. • Excellent planning & organisation skills with an attention for detail. • Extent of confidentiality - discretion is essential in view of contact with outside parties, product development strategies, regulatory and sales information. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: Essential. • Degree qualified in a relevant Engineering / Science discipline, with 2+ years relevant experience. • Experience in 5 axis CNC machining including Siemens Unigraphics NX CAM programming. • Demonstrated ability to lead significant projects to completion, on time and within budget. • Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to make effective decisions. • Demonstrated ability to understand technical issues and provide practical and cost-effective engineering solutions. Desirable. • Foundry experience ideally in Investment Casting. • Experience with Cleanlines or Packaging. • Experience in regulated industry, FDA, ISO, etc. • Certification in Six Sigma or Statistical Engineering. This job originally appeared on RecruitIreland.com.

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