Manufacturing Engineer II

Abbott; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare company in Plymouth is searching for a Manufacturing Engineer II to lead new product launches within the Electrophysiology business unit. The ideal candidate should possess a relevant engineering degree and at least 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience. Responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams and providing technical mentorship. This position prioritizes innovation and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Training and career development

401(k) retirement savings with company match

Health care and well-being programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Prior manufacturing engineering or process development experience is required.
• Ability to travel approximately 15%, including internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead various aspects of Operations Readiness.
• Engage with development teams to plan and execute design transfers.
• Provide technical mentorship to engineers and technicians.

Skills

Problem solving

Team leadership

Communication

Organization

Data-driven decision making

Education

Mechanical, Chemical, Biomedical or any engineering or technical degree

Job description

Overview

Abbott is a global healthcare company with a portfolio spanning diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. The company employs 114,000 people across more than 160 countries.

Job Description: Manufacturing Engineer II

The Opportunity

Our Plymouth location is seeking a high-caliber, motivated, self-driven engineering leader to join the Plymouth - Operations team in Abbott’s Electrophysiology (EP) business unit. In EP, we’re advancing the treatment of heart disease through breakthrough medical technologies in atrial fibrillation, enabling people to restore their health and continue with their lives.

Individuals in this role will work on a new product launch and sustained support, collaborating cross-functionally with operations, supply chain and development teams. This position will support the launch and ramp of a new product line as well as assist with building out the rest of the technical staff to support the production area.

What You’ll Work On

• Lead various aspects of Operations Readiness as part of launching new products for Abbott’s Electrophysiology business unit
• Engage with development (Research and Development and Process Development) teams to build knowledge for current state operations and use insight to plan and execute successful design transfers and ramp
• Engage with operations (Production and Supply Chain) teams to build ramp plans, new line introduction plans including equipment ordering, receipt, qualification and validation
• Drive cross-functional engagement to support process, product and equipment improvements
• Provide guidance and leadership to other engineers and technicians
  • Provide technical mentorship to engineers and technicians
  • Conduct Process FMEAs and Process Validations
  • Improve product quality, labor efficiency, and throughput through Lean manufacturing concepts
  • Coordinate the design, procurement, build and debug of tooling, machinery and test equipment
• Work with Product Development to ensure Design for Manufacturability
• Provide frontline engineering support for day-to-day production needs

Individual should

• Be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction
• Have excellent organization, problem solving, communication, and team leadership skills
• Have ability to multitask, prioritize work and make data-driven decisions
• Work effectively with cross-functional teams

Required Qualifications

• Mechanical, Chemical, Biomedical or any engineering or technical degree or equivalent experience required
• Minimum 3 years manufacturing engineering experience. Prior manufacturing engineering or process development experience is required
• Strong analytical, problem solving and project management skills
• Demonstrated leadership capability in team settings
• Ability to lead and motivate peers, drive change and problem solve with creativity
• Ability to travel approximately 15%, including internationally

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical device experience is preferred

What We Offer

• A fast-paced work environment where safety is a priority
• Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
• Training and career development, with onboarding programs and tuition assistance
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
• The stability of a company with a history of strong financial performance and involvement in local communities

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