Manufacturing Engineer

Come join a company who is passionate about saving lives, developing the newest technologies for the treatment of some of healthcare’s toughest problems and the lives of their employees.

My client, a leading medical device company based in Galway, are seeking enthusiastic, technical and hard-working engineers to join their Manufacturing teams.

We have positions available in NPI, Projects and Line Support.

What they can offer you:

• A Career with a Meaningful Purpose
• A Collaborative Culture
• A defined Career Development plan
• The Opportunity to Develop and Innovate
• Competitive Benefits
• An excellent Work-Life Balance
• Dedicated Corporate Social Responsibility

Your Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoots new products / process working closely with product development.
• Continually seeks to drive / improvements in process design, layout and operational performance.
• Demonstrates good working knowledge and application of validation techniques and associated regulatory requirements.
• Actively promotes and participates in a cross -functional teamwork environment.
• Evaluates in conjunction with EHS new equipment/processes/chemicals for environmental impact/effect to eliminate or lessen such impacts/effects.
• Gives technical guidance to Associate Engineers and technicians.
• Is an influential team member, fully motivated to achieve and demonstrate best practices in line with the department and Site objectives.
• Demonstrate a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality.
• Understands and comply with all the regulations governing the quality systems.

Your Background/Skills:

• A Level 8 Degree (240 Credits) or equivalent in an Engineering or Science related discipline.
• A minimum of 2-4 years’ experience working at Engineering level, ideally within the Medical Device industry or another highly regulated environment.
• Project Management experience desirable but not essential.

For more information, please contact Emma on 091 455 307.

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We're 23,000 colleagues in 40 countries across six continents. But together, we're one global team. Everything we do combines purpose and passion. It's our passion that fuels our desire to make a difference. And it's our extraordinary sense of purpose that drives us to innovate, create and collaborate. We never plan on stopping. Working at Boston Scientific, you're given the space and freedom to wonder ‘what if?' We know that a single idea can make a big difference in the lives of patients.

We are currently looking for an experienced Quality Technician I/II to join our team. This is initially 12 months contract with a view to permanency. Multiple shifts available.

Role: Quality Technician (Manufacturing Support) - 12 months Defined Term contracts

Shift: Multiple

Purpose

• Controlling closed Exception Reports/Non Conformances Reports, Line Audits & Non Conforming Report Board Reports that are generated. Compiling Non Conformance Board Reports each month & compiling various documents for Management on an ad hoc basis. Carrying out Plant-wide Internal Audits & Internal Audits as per relevant schedules. Compiling Yield & Scrap Reports.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance to all applicable regulatory standards and current GMP procedures and practices.
• Perform product defect analysis.
• Routine final functional testing, product release criteria testing/inspection and recording of test results.
• Review and update of QA Documentation.
• Control of non-conforming product.
• Problem solving and continuous improvement investigations.
• Perform internal and plant wide audits as required.
• Review and update of QA Documentation.
• Review and update of QA Documentation.
• To provide assistance and support to the Quality Engineering and Operations function.
• Provision of excellent service to all internal customers for the production group or functional area in which they work.
• Decision making ability coupled with the ability to work on one s own initiative and with minimum supervision is required.
• Good interpersonal skills and organisational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Communicates any concerns about work process regarding environmental impact, health or safety issues to their Manager.

Qualifications/ Experience

• NFQ level 6 or above in Science or Engineering Discipline. Minimum of 2-3 years in a similar role.
• Medical Device background would be highly desired.
• Decision making ability coupled with the ability to work on one’s own initiative and with minimum supervision is required.
• Good interpersonal skills and organisational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Communicates any concerns about work process regarding environmental impact, health or safety issues to their Manager.

There's never been a better time to be a part of Boston Scientific. This is an exciting moment: when our legacy of industry leadership intersects with the promise of a brilliant future. Today, we're 23,000 colleagues strong, with an impressive portfolio of 13,000 products. We’re at the forefront of the medical device industry – leading, evolving and transforming it into bolder and more amazing territories.

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quality Engineer to join our Galway site on a fixed term basis with view to permanency.

Purpose

Demonstrates commitment to the Quality Policy (patient safety and product quality) through their daily execution of sound quality practices and the maintenance of an effective quality system.  Understands  and complies with all the regulations governing the quality systems. Ensures their direct reports are aware of their commitment to patient safety and product quality, are current with their training requirements and that they understand and comply with all other regulations governing their work.

Responsibilities

• Identifies and resolves complex exceptions to work assignments.
• Summarizes, analyses, draws conclusions and makes appropriate decisions from test results or other process related findings.
• Has the responsibility and independent authority to make decisions related to product quality, including the disposition of non-conforming product.
• Participates in Customer Complaints investigation for areas under their control.
• Continually seeks to drive improvements in product and process quality.
• Knowledgeable on QSR and ISO/MDD standards, constantly promoting awareness of best industry practices, making appropriate decision on a daily basis utilizing the quality engineering manager/site QA Director as the final arbitrator on critical quality decisions.
• Fully conversant with validation techniques and associated regulatory requirements including analysis of customer feedback and complaints.
• Evaluates in conjunction with EHS new equipment/processes/chemicals for environmental impact/effect to eliminate or lessen such impacts/effects.
• Knowledgeable on Risk Management , BSEN 14971 requirements.
• Compiles and analyses operational, test and validation data to establish technical specifications and performance standards for newly designed or modified products and processes.
• May participate directly in a new product/technology transfer to ensure compliance to all internal and regulatory requirements.
• Uses knowledge of Six Sigma, Statistical Analysis and Lean principles to investigate and solve problems and improve quality.
• Gives technical guidance to Associate Quality Engineer, Technician and Inspection staff.
• Is a good team member, fully motivated to achieve and demonstrate best practices in line with the department and Site objectives.
• Deals with suppliers, other engineering disciplines within and outside of the Site and customers should the need arise.
• Is familiar with the internal auditing process

Qualifications and Experience:

• NFQ Level 8 (240 Credits) qualification in a STEM discipline
• Minimum of 3-4 years experience in a Quality Engineering capacity.
• Good technical capabilities, communication skills, teamwork abilities and initiative.
• Proven ability to work well both as part of a team but also able to work on own with minimum supervision.
• Proven ability to work well as part of a team & on own with minimum supervision.

   

Crest Solutions have an open position for an Equipment Engineer to join our team. This is a 12-month contract.

Responsibilities:

·        Work on Mechanical/Electronic troubleshooting, hardware/software interfacing.

·      Group SME on the debugging and troubleshooting of PLC (Allen Bradley) / PC hardware and software issues on manufacturing equipment.

·        Acts as an escalation point for group technicians for Controls / Software issues on their shift.

·        A strong electrical troubleshooting competancy is essential.

·        Interface with a variety of site personnel and with outside vendors when necessary while performing the above.

·        Take responsibility for preventative maintenance procedures with an assigned process or area.

·        Responsible for machine performance and up time.

·        Assists in implementing technical improvements under the teams C.I.P. program.

·        Communicates any concerns about work process regarding environmental impact, health or safety issues to their Manager.

·        Communicates any concerns about work process regarding environmental impact, health or safety issues to their Manager.

In all actions, demonstrates a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality by maintaining compliance to the Quality Policy and all other documented quality processes and procedures.

For those individuals that supervise others, the following statements are applicable:

·Assures that appropriate resources (personnel, tools, etc.) are maintained in order to assure Quality System compliance and adherence to the sites Quality Policy.

·Establishes and promotes a work environment that supports the Quality Policy and Quality System.

·Not applicable.

Requirements:

A developing professional. Working knowledge and application of business and technical concepts, procedures and practices. General knowledge of industry practices, techniques, and standards. General understanding of business unit/group function. Exercises judgment when interpreting company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.

·        Strong Controls / Automation background. Excellent PC (Allen Bradley) / PLC hardware / software troubeshooting skills required. Strong understanding of Controls systems (motion control, vision systems, robotics, plc, pc, pneumatics) required.

·        A strong electrical troubleshooting competancy would be an advantage.

·        Degree Qualified

Why Join Crest Solutions?

 Crest Solutions we understand that our people are our greatest asset. For this reason and many others, we take care of them. The team in Crest Solutions benefits from a Total Rewards package. This includes great personal benefits and professional growth opportunities. An example of what is offered to our team members is as follows:

ü Competitive salary

ü Full healthcare cover, leave benefits, life assurance, flexi-time and pension scheme

ü A varied and exciting career with Crest Solutions with opportunities to work in a cutting-edge, innovative technological environment

ü A structured approach to professional development opportunities with an educational assistance program

Crest Solutions have an open position for an Equipment Engineer to join our team. This is a 12-month contract.

Responsibilities:

        Work on Mechanical/Electronic troubleshooting, hardware/software interfacing.

      Group SME on the debugging and troubleshooting of PLC (Allen Bradley) / PC hardware and software issues on manufacturing equipment.

        Acts as an escalation point for group technicians for Controls / Software issues on their shift.

        A strong electrical troubleshooting competancy is essential.

        Interface with a variety of site personnel and with outside vendors when necessary while performing the above.

        Take responsibility for preventative maintenance procedures with an assigned process or area.

        Responsible for machine performance and up time.

        Assists in implementing technical improvements under the teams C.I.P. program.

        Communicates any concerns about work process regarding environmental impact, health or safety issues to their Manager.

        Communicates any concerns about work process regarding environmental impact, health or safety issues to their Manager.

In all actions, demonstrates a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality by maintaining compliance to the Quality Policy and all other documented quality processes and procedures.

For those individuals that supervise others, the following statements are applicable:

Assures that appropriate resources (personnel, tools, etc.) are maintained in order to assure Quality System compliance and adherence to the sites Quality Policy.

Establishes and promotes a work environment that supports the Quality Policy and Quality System.

Not applicable.

Requirements:

A developing professional. Working knowledge and application of business and technical concepts, procedures and practices. General knowledge of industry practices, techniques, and standards. General understanding of business unit/group function. Exercises judgment when interpreting company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.

        Strong Controls / Automation background. Excellent PC (Allen Bradley) / PLC hardware / software troubeshooting skills required. Strong understanding of Controls systems (motion control, vision systems, robotics, plc, pc, pneumatics) required.

        A strong electrical troubleshooting competancy would be an advantage.

        Degree Qualified

Why Join Crest Solutions?

 Crest Solutions we understand that our people are our greatest asset. For this reason and many others, we take care of them. The team in Crest Solutions benefits from a Total Rewards package. This includes great personal benefits and professional growth opportunities. An example of what is offered to our team members is as follows:

 Competitive salary

 Full healthcare cover, leave benefits, life assurance, flexi-time and pension scheme

 A varied and exciting career with Crest Solutions with opportunities to work in a cutting-edge, innovative technological environment

 A structured approach to professional development opportunities with an educational assistance program

For more than 30 years, Boston Scientific has advanced the practice of less-invasive medicine.  The Company's products help physicians and other medical professionals improve their patients' quality of life by providing alternatives to surgery.  Since 1994, employees in Galway have been at the forefront of some of these truly innovative medical device designs and manufacturing. 

Job Purpose

Provide scientific understanding and technical engineering skills to meet business goals and objectives. Ability to coach, lead and enhance the productivity of technical reports within the business. Provide a structured framework for training of technical reports. Build collaborative relationships through strong teamwork across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing technical leadership on product and process issues.
• Leading technical improvement under the team’s VIP program.
• Transferring and implementing processes either from development or from another manufacturing facility.
• Liaison with quality and engineering both internal to the plant and externally within the corporation.
• Participation, where appropriate, in the phase review process and the NPE meetings with respect to new products.
• Ongoing manufacturing support in order to help the team meet its business objectives of quality, output and cost.
• Maintain a valid capacity model in co-operation with the line Supervisor and conduct adequate advance planning for required capital.
• Provide technical leadership/guidance for the Process Technician on the team (with specific responsibility to ensure that the preventative maintenance program is adequate and timely).
• Development and implementation of appropriate supporting documentation, which complies with GMP in conjunction with the other team members.
• Project planning, in detail, in support of major projects, product/process transfer etc.
• Evaluates in conjunction with EHS new equipment/processes/chemicals for environmental impact/effect to eliminate or lessen such impacts/effects.
• Responsible for other projects as assigned by the company.
• Demonstrate a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality.
• Understands and comply with all the regulations governing the quality systems
• Ensures all direct reports are aware of their commitment to patient safety and product quality, are current with their training requirements and that they understand and comply with all other regulations governing their work.
  

Qualifications

• NFQ Level 8 qualification (240 ECTS points) in engineering or a relevant field,
• Minimum of 2 years' relevant experience to include line support engineering.
• Medical Device or other highly regulated background highly desired.
• Good technical capabilities, communication skills, teamwork abilities and initiative.
• Project Management experience desirable.