Process Engineer

Job description

DePuy Synthes are now recruiting for a Process Engineer to join a growing Process Engineering team this opportunity will report into the Process Engineering Team Lead.

ORGANISATIONAL INTERFACES: Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, QA, Maintenance, Facilities, Toolroom, Technology Development Engineering, Materials Engineering, Outside Suppliers and other DePuy Synthes Manufacturing and Design Sites.

JOB PURPOSE:
The role is to provide engineering support for manufacturing operations based within the value streams. The role requires technical ownership to be taken for a number of process steps and contributing towards key business drivers such as HSE, Quality, Supply and Cost.
The role will also require a focus on process stability which will involve managing CAPA and CIP projects. As process owner the role will involve collaborating with a number of functional groups delivering projects in the value stream such as NPI and Manufacturing Engineering as well as with suppliers and other sister sites running similar processes.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

General
• Support attainment of key business metrics through the provision of engineering support for value stream processes.
• Elimination of safety and quality risks in the process through the delivery of robust engineering solutions.
• Manage costs through the delivery of scrap, reprocessing and consumable projects.
• Design & develop tools, fixtures, gauges and special equipment for manufacturing operations in conjunction with Toolroom Technicians and outside vendors.
• Develop stable and capable manufacturing processes through a structured process development approach.
• Preparation of all relevant manufacturing specifications.
HS&E
• Actively promote a safety culture.
• Manage contractors / vendors working on site to ensure full compliance with site safety requirements.
• Ensure production equipment meets all relevant national and J&J Health, Safety and Environment requirements through completion of required assessments and documentation.

Quality
• Competent in validation requirements for new consumables / materials and process changes.
• Updates and maintenance of manufacturing specifications for process steps.
• Ensure timely closure of quality actions such as Audit Actions, NCR's, CAPA's.
• Ensure all process development, validation, etc. is managed in accordance with the Quality management system.

Supply
• Support day to day operations through attendance at pulse walks and the timely closure of actions.
• Root Cause Analysis and implementation of robust solutions to supply and quality issues as they arise through tools such as 8D and Six Sigma.
• Project Management - provide timely and accurate reporting on project activities ensuring projects are delivered to agreed timelines.

Cost
• Manage the consumables budget for the assigned value stream identifying opportunities for cost reduction and managing the delivery of savings.
• Lead scrap reduction within the value stream through a structured approach to data capture, analysis and problem solving.
• Identify and lead cost and technical improvements under the department's continuous improvement program.
• Provide process input into the value stream mapping process which is used to develop the business plan for the value stream.
• Determine equipment layouts for manufacturing cells using Lean Manufacturing tool as identified.

People
• Actively interface with cross-functional team members, always practicing good team work in support of day to day operating and project requirements.
• Demonstrate strong leadership and a clear identifiable work ethos within the Engineering team.
• Develop and maintain a Credo & Behavioral Standards based culture within the Engineering team.

Strategic
• Work with Team Lead and/or Manager to develop and implement strategic engineering Goals & Objectives.
• Support the implementation of all engineering and plant strategic initiatives.

KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED (TO PERFORM THE JOB TO ACCEPTABLE STANDARD)
Personal Traits
• Ability to manage multiple assignments or projects with sound analytical, troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
• Flexible work ethic.
• Strong influencing skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Good Problem Solving skills.
• Drive, energy and enthusiasm for delivering to commitments.
• Excellent planning & organization skills with an attention for detail.
• Extent of confidentiality - discretion is essential in view of contact with outside parties, product development strategies, regulatory and sales information.

Desired profile

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Essential
• Degree qualified in a relevant Engineering / Science discipline, with 2+ years relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead significant projects to completion, on time and within budget.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to make effective decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to understand technical issues and provide practical and cost-effective engineering solutions.

Desirable
• Experience in 5 axis CNC machining including Siemens Unigraphics NX CAM programming.
• Foundry experience ideally in Investment Casting.
• Experience with Cleanlines or Packaging.
• Experience in regulated industry, FDA, ISO, etc.
• Certification in Six Sigma or Statistical Engineering.