Company Overview
MicroSurgical Technology (MST) is a highly profitable ophthalmic surgical solutions company headquartered in Redmond, Washington. MST is part of Halma PLC, a UK-based conglomerate with over $2.3B in annual sales.
Our products are surgeon-designed and meticulously crafted to instill confidence and assurance in Cataract and Glaucoma procedures. Every MST product meets the highest standards and is designed with extraordinary care and attention to all elements of the product, including packaging, look and feel, and ease of adoption into practice. Our product portfolio includes a wide range of surgical instruments such as forceps, scissors, hooks, spatulas, and knives, all designed for the delicate and intricate procedures required in microsurgery.
Founded in 1976, MST’s passion is creating exceptional surgical devices and instruments used to restore or improve sight for patients all over the world. And it is our relentless pursuit of addressing our customers’ needs that creates a profound customer preference. Together, we create a place where we are successful, motivated by our mission and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work!
Sr. Manufacturing Engineering Manager
As Sr. Manufacturing Engineering Manager, you will have significant individual responsibilities and manage an engineering/technician team of 3-5 employees. This role will involve a range of responsibilities including but not limited to providing technical and engineering support for manufacturing, supply chain, quality and regulatory. You will own and drive process improvement including automation; executing changes, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) including Workflow design, yield improvement, waste reduction, cost reduction, time and motion efficiency studies. The position is on-site in Redmond, Washington.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and drive new product launch into production from manufacturing engineering standpoint by creating and validating all process related documentations.
- Develop, execute, and document IQ, OQ, PQ and maintenance protocols for new equipment and fixtures, and verification and validation for equipment, processes, including cleaning, packaging, sterilization.
- Develop test equipment and methods for mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic devices and systems; develop and maintain production assembly, test, and inspection procedures through product life cycle.
- Determine training and certification requirements for assemblers and technicians for production processes and equipment.
- Provide product failure analysis support for customer complaints and returns. Create and maintain Product and Process FMECA through product life, risk management.
- Lead and/or participate in Material Review Board to evaluate and disposition discrepant material, conduct failure root cause analysis, develop rework and repair methods, identify and document corrective and preventative action.
Requirements:
- BSME with 6+ years of experience in medical device manufacturing
- Lean 6 sigma process improvement concepts
- Approved experience with phase/gate review of new design and launch into production
- Solid understanding and experience with data analysis, KPIs
- Proven people management skills and experience
- Certified Project Management
- Certified SolidWorks Associate or 5+ years of equivalent experience
- Solid understanding of design change requirements and processes in FDA regulated manufacturing environment
- Automation line and process
- Microsoft Office applications, Excel power user
Desirable Skills and Experience:
- Lean manufacturing process implementation or support
- Experience with contract manufacturing and project transfer
- Experience with metal machining, plastic injection molding, and fabrication and finishing methods and equipment; mechanical specification using GD&T
- Swiss watch or jewelry manufacturing industry with insights into small tools, equipment, techniques; experience with color anodizing, electropolishing, chemical etching, laser etching
- Clean room, aqueous cleaning, and sterilization qualification and monitoring
Salary range for this position is $120k-$160k per year which is the general base range for a successful candidate in the State of Washington. The successful candidate’s actual pay will be based on various factors such as skills, qualifications and experience.
This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401K retirement plan; flexible spending and health savings account; paid holidays; paid time off; parental leave; employee assistance program and other company benefits.
MicroSurgical Technology Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, sex, age, race and color, religion, marital status, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expressions, veteran status, or any other category that is protected by applicable law.
Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted for further consideration.
No recruiters or agencies please