Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Needles

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The Company:My client are a medical device contract manufacturer, based in Galway. They provide a broad range services to design, develop and deliver finished medical devices to market. Due to my client's acquisition by a multi-billion euro technology company, their site in Galway is going from strength to strength and is home to their global HQ. Due to this growth, they need an ambitious Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join them.

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - NeedlesWorking within the core Engineering group, and reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Senior Manufacturing Engineer will lead a team of Engineers and Technicians and be responsible for managing and supporting all engineering activity in areas of responsibility. As a key member of the core Operations Support team, and as needs arise, the successful candidate will be expected to input to the development of supports and systems outside of core engineering responsibilities. E.g. assist in the development and implementation of systems for areas as diverse as training, planning, staff supervision, and business processes. Job ResponsibilitiesLead a dedicated group of Engineers and Technicians within the Manufacturing Group.Ensure engineers are fully integrated within the overall production support team.Plan and implement training and development plans with subordinates.Coach and mentor team members.Set Engineering goals and objectives that deliver results in line with the business plan.Identify and put in place permanent and effective technical / system solutions to problems.Consistently meet customer requirements and commitment to excellence in performance and meeting deadlines.Champion compliance to Creganna Medical, part of TE Connectivity systems and processes.Identify and develop improvements to increase key process metrics of Service, Delivery, Quality and Cost using Lean / Six Sigma methodologies.Investigate state-of-the-art process technologies and evaluate potential competitive advantage and the cost benefit of introduction.Oversee and manage New Part Introduction in conjunction with the Prototyping / NPI Group.Manages external relationships with key technology providers.Manage a variable workload to meet operational requirements.Ensure that all Health, Safety and Environmental requirements are fulfilled.Identify and implement short and long term cost reduction and improvement initiatives through the adoption of Lean Manufacturing.Oversee and drive Validation Activities. QualificationsLevel 8 Engineering degree, or equivalent.4-6 yrs experience in a high-volume demanding production environment. Key Requirements Knowledge of Medical Device or similar quality and manufacturing systems would be very desirable.A demonstrated ability to lead a focused production / technical problem-solving team.Working knowledge of six sigma and/or lean engineering principles with a proven track record in use and delivery of results.If you think the position in Galway is the step in the right direction for you and have experience in a similar role, don't hesitate in applying.Forward me on an up to date CV and we can organise a time to have a chat. I look forward to hearing from you! To find out more about Real please visit www.realstaffing.comReal Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy| Registered office | 1st Floor, 75 King William Street, London, EC4N 7BE, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales