- Continue to develop subject matter expertise for Plastics Engineering to support key partners across Integrated Supply Chain and Global business units.
- Works with senior team members and peers to identify and apply innovative techniques in plastics processing technologies to develop new or improved products and processes.
- Performs financial planning and assists in the analysis to justify project approval.
- Uses risk analysis tools (e.g., FMEA, Mold Flow, etc.) to reduce potential for part and tooling failures. Works independently or in collaboration with other technical leaders, engages in the conceptualization and new technology planning and production solutions.
- Support quotation development and capital expense management. Monitor and assess subcontracted mold designs ensuring they conform to Baxter standards/specifications. Facilitate support for first-off tool, factory acceptance testing (FAT), or other as-needed trials.
- Assist the process engineers during first article inspection (FAI) runs and other supplier development activities.
- Work with tooling vendors or tool rooms to address outstanding tooling issues as needed. Provide ongoing support of current processes and equipment.
- Support plant teams in the resolution of tooling and process-related issues. Support Production/Plant engineering in the design and equipment implementation for continuous improvement and lean manufacturing deployment.
- B.S. in Engineering and 5 - 8 years related experience.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the use and application of tools such as process FMEA, control strategies, modeling and simulation software, statistical methods, problem solving, materials science, and design of experiments (DOE).
- Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders on recommended courses of action using both written and verbal methods. Ability to organize and present technical data and project management overviews.
- Possesses multi-functional team experience, including technical and non-technical work
- Must be able to provide solutions that reflect understanding business objectives and cost implications.
- Direct experience or advanced training applicable to the processing of thermoplastics and/or extruded materials in a production environment.
- Experience in supporting product and process development through the product lifecycle and associated assets.
- Previous work with medical-grade plastics processing preferred.
Principal Plastics Engineer - Deerfield, United States - BAXTER
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This is where you save and sustain lives
At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.
Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.
Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.
Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives— where your purpose accelerates our mission.
Your Role at Baxter
The Principal Engineer, Plastics will provide support for plastics processing technologies for disposables and solutions in Baxter's global manufacturing network. The Principal Engineer, Plastics will have accountability in the assessment process on material selection to drive processing and ongoing material cost benefits, provide full mold and design support for manufacturing assembly. In addition, they will be responsible for design transfers specific to plastic parts.
The role will report to the Director, Plastics Engineering Center of Excellence.
What you'll be doing
What you'll bring
We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $96,000-$132,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.
The successful candidate for this job may be required to verify that he or she has been vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to reasonable accommodations for individuals with medical conditions or religious beliefs that prevent vaccination, and in accordance with applicable law.
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