Continuous Improvement Engineer

• Drive the development and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives to simplify processes, eliminate waste, reduce operational risk and achieve cost efficiencies.
• Demonstrating knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies for the optimisation of technology performance.
• Providing technical expertise on process/product technologies to support their optimisation and validation, including working with site teams to troubleshoot those technologies.
• Liaise with equipment/tooling departments or material vendors in the selection, design & development of equipment, tooling and materials.
• Co-ordinates the introduction of new processes, equipment and materials, including all associated processes and quality system documentation requirements.
• Internally train, coach and mentor the Lean concepts and support the business to meet/exceed budgets.
• Develop a customer-focused CI framework that documents and monitors performances. Support initiatives through robust data driven analytics.
• Tracks and measures the CI program through leveraging the Lean principles and visual factory dashboards
• Identify, manage and drive cost improvement initiatives across the business.
• Partner with management to define relevant process KPI’s and other AD HOC duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field is required.
• 2-3 years’ experience with defining and executing continuous improvement initiatives
• 3-5 years’ experience in the medical device industry
• Experience and track record of success in the rollout of continuous improvement programs at the site level.
• Manufacturing Excellence Program Management experience in a similar manufacturing environment.
• Lean Leader/Six Sigma and Project Management skills (certification preferred)
• Motivated team-player, organised, driven and detail orientated with distinct ability to multitask.
• Proficient in MS Office.

For immediate consideration CLICK APPLY or email your updated CV to nuala.mcmahon@eflexes.com.