Manufacturing Engineer II - Sustaining

Cretex Medical Component and Device Technologies; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 73,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II to enhance operations in the medical device sector. This pivotal role involves optimizing production processes, leading technical initiatives, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. You will collaborate with vendors, design manufacturing fixtures, and oversee equipment installation. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about engineering excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company committed to innovation and making a difference in the medical field, where your contributions will have a lasting impact.

Benefits

401k retirement savings plan with company match

Onsite health clinics

Discretionary holiday bonus program

Cretex University

24/7 employee assistance program

Wellness program with incentives

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Tuition assistance programs

Qualifications

• 3+ years in injection molding manufacturing, preferably in medical settings.
• Experience with manufacturing process design and validation.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical activities for new or improved products/processes.
• Analyze and solve complex engineering problems.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to tolerate ambiguity

Personal accountability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

3D CAD software (ProE, Unigraphics, Solidworks)

Lean manufacturing tools

Manufacturing automation tools

Job description

Overview

About Cretex Medical

Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry. Our customers view us as a trusted partner in the areas of injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping, and device assembly. Learn more at www.cretexmedical.com.

Manufacturing Engineer II Position Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer II provides support to the Medical Plastic Injection Molding Manufacturing organization to facilitate efficient operations within the production area, optimize existing processes, and ensure that production goals are met.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and complete technical activities leading to new or improved products or processes for current and next generation programs to meet strategic goals and objectives of the company.
• Analyze and solve problems from basic engineering principles, theories, and concepts through a wide range of complex and advanced problems which require novel and innovative approaches or breakthrough technology.
• Confer with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for the purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluate products according to specifications and quality standards.
• Lead in the installation, debugging, validation, and training of new work cells, including acceptance testing of new equipment/automation/fixtures.
• Create, maintain, and approve device routers/BOMs.
• Create, maintain, and approve manufacturing procedures.
• Design, coordinate fabrication, and implement process fixturing or gauging fixtures, equipment, automation, EOAT, vision systems, and gauges.
• Resolve non-conformances and participate on the Material Review Board.
• Analyze and map processes, assess efficiency, and implement complex project activities.
• Oversee equipment installation, modification, training, and preventative maintenance development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial).
• 3+ years of engineering experience in an injection molding manufacturing setting with a strong preference towards medical molding and cleanroom operations.
• Medical device experience required.
• Manufacturing process design and validation, perform DOE's, IQ-PQ validations.
• Manufacturing equipment and fixture/gage design.
• Lean manufacturing, including statistical analysis and 5S.
• Manufacturing automation, including electronic visual inspection, PLC programming, packaging development, testing, and approval.
• 3D CAD software (i.e., ProE, Unigraphics, Solidworks, etc.).
• High level of energy, personal accountability, and integrity.
• Ability to tolerate ambiguity, multiple priorities, and short deadlines.
• Ability to travel overnight, by land or air.
• Ability to consistently achieve short and long-term business results.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks when needed.
• Attention to detail.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Pay Range

USD $73,600.00 - USD $92,000.00 /Yr.

Company Benefits

All Employees:

Our 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution; onsite health clinics; discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service); Cretex University; 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost; wellness program with incentives; an employee death benefit; and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees.

20+ hours:

Cretex’s medical benefit package includes comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in-network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account; healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; and our discretionary profit-sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week.

30+ hours:

Parental leave; accident and critical illness benefits; optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long-term disability; company-provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week.

Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.