Plastics Process Engineer II - Rancho Santa Margarita, United States - Applied Medical

Description

Applied Medical is a new generation medical device company with a proven business model and commitment to innovation fueled by rapid business growth and expansion.

Our company has been developing and manufacturing advanced surgical technologies for over 35 years and has earned

a strong reputation

for excellence in the healthcare field.

Our unique business model, combined with our dedication to delivering the highest quality products, enables team members to contribute in a larger capacity than is possible in typical positions.

Position Description

Collaboration is a fundamental part of our organization's culture and is essential to our continued success.

As such, the successful candidate for this position is expected to work on-site, enabling them to engage fully with colleagues and contribute to cross-functional initiatives.

Therefore, the ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a positive and supportive team environment is a key requirement for this role.

As a Plastics Process Engineer II, you will use skills related to sustaining and improving production manufacturing processes as part of a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities
Work to improve manufacturing processes and develop new products as part of a cross-functional team
Identify, research, and support technology development for process capability improvements
Design tooling for prototyping, optimize existing production processes using SolidWorks, and collaborate with the in-house tooling manufacturing team
Advise customers for design for manufacturability and material selection
Prototype concepts and run engineering evaluations to determine feasibility
Collaborate with internal and external customers to determine detailed product requirements
Provide engineering support to improve and maintain manufacturing processes on a routine basis
Run, observe, and expedite prototype shop orders
Use root cause analysis to perform hands-on troubleshooting of manufacturing processes and equipment
Maintain relationships with key suppliers along with assessing and establishing new supplier relationships in conjunction with Applied Medical's Procurement team
Plan, organize, and qualify production lines for new products
Update and develop engineering documents, such as process maps, process failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), manufacturing and quality instructions, test methods, design of experiments, drawings, and test protocols and reports

Position Requirements

1-2 years of relevant Engineering work experience
Bachelor's degree in Polymer, Materials, Plastics, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent)
Experience with manufacturing equipment and injection molding processes
Experience with computer-aided design (i.e. SolidWorks), spreadsheets, scheduling programs, and word processing
Excellent technical writing
Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC)
Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Working knowledge of a variety of materials and mechanical designs
Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
Effective oral and written communication skills
Technical aptitude and detail oriented
Critical Thinking
Ability to mentor and guide other TMs

Preferred

Experience in Polymer
Experience in the medical device industry
Understanding of manufacturing and quality standards, including FDA regulations and ISO quality systems
Experience with software such as NetWeaver/Product Lifecycle Management
Experience with Minitab or other statistical analysis software
Leadership or project management experience
Excellent organization, communication and documentation skills

Benefits

We understand that compensation is an important aspect of any job, which is why we offer a comprehensive total reward package for this While the base compensation range for this position in California is $75,000 to $95,000 per year, your actual compensation package will be based on various factors unique to you, including your skill set, depth of experience, certifications and specific work location.

In addition to a competitive base salary, we also offer bonuses and other applicable incentive compensation plans that can further increase your total compensation package We want to invest in your growth and development, which is why we provide training ship opportunities with ongoing learning and development courses.

We prioritize your well-being, offering on-campus wellness activities and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage to ensure you are healthy and happy.

We also support your education with a reimbursement program and a 401(k) program for retirement. We believe in work-life balance, which is why we offer generous vacation accrual and paid holiday schedule. In summary, the total compensation package reflects commitment to your success and well-being. Note that all compensation benefits subject requirements and restrictions outlined in applicable plan and any written.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Applied Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), or sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws in the locations where Applied Medical operates.

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