Cretex Medical is a leading contract manufacturer of precision components and assemblies for the medical device industry.  Our customers view us as a trusted partner in the areas of injection molding, laser processing, metal stamping and device assembly.  Learn more at www.cretexmedical.com.

Position summary

The Manufacturing Engineer lll (NPI) will be responsible for developing and launching manufacturing processes into the production environment. Responsible for validating, designing, developing, and training to manufacturing processes while working through a defined stage gate process. Provide direction and support for existing products including support to the Manufacturing organization within the production area as needed.

Essential Job Functions

• Initiate and complete technical activities leading to new or improved processes or design for manufacturability for next generation programs and to meet strategic goals and objectives of the company
• Analyze and solve problems from basic engineering principles, theories, and concepts through to a wide range of complex and advanced problems which require novel and innovative approaches or a breakthrough technology
• Interface cross functional teams to integrate new products or processes into the existing production area
• Maintain and approve device routers and bill of materials
• Develop/Update risk documentation such as PFMEAs
• Monitor performance of equipment, machines, and tools and corrects equipment problems or process parameters that produce non-conforming products, low yields, or product quality issues
• Maintain and approve manufacturing procedures
• Design and coordinate fabrication and implementation of process fixturing or gauging
• Analyze and map processes, assesses efficiency, and implements complex project activities
• Assist with part cost estimation
• Mentor Engineer I and II
• Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
• Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work
• Partner with other business segments: sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or other Engineering Science
• 5 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing setting; including state of the art manufacturing technology/concepts and cost reductions
• Experience in an ISO13485/GMP environment
• Engineering experience with medical devices
• Manufacturing process design and validation
• Manufacturing equipment and fixture/gauge design
• Lean manufacturing experience
• Team dynamic skills (communication, accountability, decision-making, feedback, meeting management, managing conflict)
• DOE, SPC, FMEA, GMP, QSR
• Knowledge of statistical software
• Knowledge of materials and related processes
• Manufacturing automation, including electronic visual inspection
• 3D CAD software (i.e. ProE, Unigraphics, Solidworks, etc.)
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• High level of energy, personal accountability, and integrity
• Highly detail oriented; checks own work, keeps accurate records, organizes information effectively
• Ability to tolerate ambiguity, multiple priorities, and short deadlines
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)

Benefits:

All Employees:

Our 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution; onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service), Cretex University, 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost, wellness program with incentives, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees. 

20+hours:

Cretex’s medical benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week. 

30+ hours:

Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week. 

(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)