Plastics Engineer

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 76,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Engineering sector seeks a Senior Engineering Recruiter to oversee the design and development of plastic medical devices. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields and at least 5 years of experience in plastics tooling. As a recruiter, you'll lead projects, ensuring compliance with medical industry standards and leading cross-functional teams to achieve quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in plastics tooling and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with data driven analysis methods: DOE, SPC.
• Knowledge of validation requirements in the medical device industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute projects related to the design and manufacturing of plastic medical devices.
• Provide technical guidance to project teams and resolve technical issues.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, including regulatory requirements.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Data Analysis

Excellent Writing Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Plastics or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAE tools (SolidWorks preferred)

Minitab

Job description

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Duration: 12-month assignment – Contract extension possibilities

Work Authorization: Must be currently in the United States with active employment authorization documents

Top 3 must haves:

o Minimum 5 years of experience in plastics tooling and manufacturing processes

o Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Plastics or Manufacturing Engineering

The Plastics Engineer –will be responsible for leading and executing projects related to the design and development of plastic medical devices, ensuring that the products meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements. This will involve working closely with cross-functional teams such as R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Plastics or Manufacturing Engineering.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in plastics tooling and manufacturing processes.

• Experience with data driven analysis methods such as DOE, SPC, Mold Flow Analysis, and FMEA.

• Experience using CAD/CAE tools (SolidWorks preferred), GD&T, Minitab (or other statistical analysis software), and project management tools.

• Knowledge and experience in process development using Scientific Molding practices.

• Demonstrated technical leader with an ability to prioritize, focus efforts, overcome obstacles, and complete key objectives.

• Understanding of validation requirements and processes applicable to the medical device industry.

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing tools.

• Excellent technical writing and PC skills required (MS Office) with attention to detail

• Knowledge of critical material properties of polymers and how they influence the molding process and final product.

Experience with the processing of polyolefins preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute projects related to the design, development, and manufacturing of plastic medical devices.

• Ensure that all projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards, with a focus on medical device industry requirements and validation processes.

• Provide technical guidance to project teams and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues.

• Develop and implement processes and tools to improve product quality and efficiency, with a focus on medical device industry requirements.

• Identify and evaluate new materials, technologies, and processes to improve product performance and competitiveness, with a focus on medical device industry requirements.

• Ensure that all design and development activities follow industry standards and regulations, including medical device industry requirements.

• Generate design change documents, perform risk analysis, and design transfer activities as needed.

• Participate in part and mold design reviews, troubleshoot, and resolve technical problems using problem-solving processes.

Important information: To be immediately considered, please send an updated version of your resume to [e-mail].

*** (Kelly does not expense relocation/interview costs)**

Work Authorization: Must be currently in the United States with active employment authorization documents.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Production, and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Medical Equipment Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and Manufacturing

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