Engineer / Manager - Product Competence (Plastic Polymer)

B. Braun Group; Bayan Lepas; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical technology company in Penang is looking for a Manager - Product Competence to oversee engineering projects related to material science and manufacturing technologies. The role requires a strong background in material science and experience in working with plastic polymers. Offering a hybrid working arrangement and various employee perks including training programs and medical insurance.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangement

Employee Incentive Scheme

Training and development programs

Meal subsidy

Onsite fitness area

Medical insurance

Travel allowance

Retirement fund

Qualifications

• Experience in plastic/material background needed.
• Strong knowledge about polyurethane is important.
• Prior experience in managing engineering projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering projects for low-cost automation.
• Develop strategies to improve core manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with R&D for product development.

Skills

Material Science knowledge

Experience with plastic polymer properties

Ability to conduct proof-of-concept tests

Guidance to R&D on materials

Support for lifecycle team

Education

BSc / MSc / PhD in Material Science or related

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about the role of Manager - Product Competence? If you have experience in Product Competence, this opportunity could be for you. Join B. Braun, a leader in the medical devices industry, where your skills will be recognized and celebrated. Take the next step in your career with us and help shape the future of healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring successful identification, execution and delivery of engineering projects involving low-cost automation and new manufacturing technologies within the areas of accountability. Work closely with the Head of Department to set up an organizational structure within BMI addressing core manufacturing processes and the implications for related technical training.
• Provide disciplinary and technical leadership of the area according to Corporate Rules of Governance. Identify, define and accomplish projects in core production processes in cooperation with internal and external suppliers.
• Guide nominated technical experts from the own organization in the global Corporate Knowledge Networks (CKN) and related sub-CKN groups.
• Develop strategies to govern core processes within the area of regional responsibility defined for the Technology Hub BMI in relation to the Operating Model Medical (OMM).
• Drive collaboration between process development and Research and Development (R&D) to promote simultaneous engineering for combined product and process development with the aim of generating manufacturable new products in accordance with the Center of Excellence (CoE) and division needs.
• Conduct early evaluations of manufacturing technology suppliers in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region to enhance B. Braun manufacturing capabilities, especially in innovative process technologies. Provide training concepts and execution recommendations for technically skilled workers to be implemented by a technical training center.

Qualifications

• BSc / MSc / PhD in Material Science, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field. Prior experience in a plastic/material background.
• Experience and knowledge about plastic polymer properties and behavior, especially polyurethane.
• Experience conducting and running proof-of-concept tests related to material change.
• Ability to provide guidance and support to the R&D team on material-related topics.
• Support the lifecycle team related to material change.

About B. Braun

Founded in Germany in 1839, B. Braun is a leading medical technology company with over 66,000 employees in 64 countries. We specialize in infusion therapy, orthopaedics, neurosurgery, anaesthesia, and more. In Asia Pacific, B. Braun employs over 16,000 people across 10 production sites and 16 offices. B. Braun Medical Industries in Penang is the regional APAC headquarters with more than 7,000 employees and houses the Centre of Excellence for Intravenous Access.

What we can offer

• Hybrid working arrangement
• Employee Incentive Scheme
• Training and development programs
• Meal subsidy and onsite convenience store
• Onsite fitness area including running track, futsal and classes
• Medical insurance and dental and optical allowances
• Travel allowance
• Retirement fund

What’s next?

After applying, you will be asked to update your personal information and submit your CV. Our Talent Acquisition team will review your application; if you pass CV screening, you will be invited to the first interview. We typically conduct two interviews, one in person and one remote. If you meet our requirements, we will present an offer and guide you through onboarding. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

We value diverse perspectives, thoughts, experiences and backgrounds. By fostering an appreciative, inclusive, respectful and equal working environment, we create a culture in which all employees feel free to be who they are.

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