About Cretex Medical

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 I will be responsible for providing support to the Manufacturing organization to facilitate efficient operations within the production area, optimize existing processes, and ensure that production goals are met. 

• Develop, maintain, and improve procedures, documentation, tools, fixtures, and programs on existing products
• Coordinate, direct and lead estimating and quoting efforts to ensure optimum costing and coordination of projects and programs
• Monitor the performance of equipment, machines, and tools and corrects equipment problems or process parameters that produce non-conforming products, low yields, or product quality issues
• Interface with Quality to integrate new products or processes into the existing production area
• Determine project scope, define requirements, work with Cretex Medical teams and others to coordinate production, meet deadlines and customer requirements
• Prioritize multiple quote packages and obtain the required information from the customer
• Identify the root cause of manufacturing process and product nonconformities. Identify and implement the necessary actions to correct and prevent recurrence though the corrective and preventative action process
• Initiates and completes technical activities leading to new or improved products or design for manufacturability or processes for current and 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
• Develop and implement process and product improvements with supervisory guidance
• Maintain and approve device routers and bill of materials
• Develop manufacturing processes utilizing statistical process control as appropriate.
• Maintain and approve manufacturing procedures
• Design and coordinate fabrication and implementation of process fixturing or gauging
• Resolve non-conformances and participate on the Material Review Board
• Analyze and map processes, assess efficiency, and implement complex project activities
• Assist with part cost estimation
• Ensure processes and procedures follow regulations
• Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or other Engineering Science
• Basic understanding of 3D CAD software (i.e. ProE, Unigraphics, Solidworks, etc.)
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• High level of energy, personal accountability, and integrity
• Detail oriented; checks own work, keeps accurate records, organizes information effectively
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
  
  

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities  

• Continuing Education; including participation in local chapters, associations, and/or organizations
• Experience in an ISO13485/GMP environment
• Engineering experience in a manufacturing facility
• Project management experience
• Manufacturing process design and validation
• Manufacturing equipment and fixture/gauge design
• Lean manufacturing, including statistical analysis
• Manufacturing automation, including electronic visual inspection
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills; ability to prioritize and multitask
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment

What is it like to work at Cretex Medical?

We recognize the contribution of every individual and promote growth, safety and security for all our employees. Cretex Medical values performance and pays competitive wages along with a rich benefit package. We offer a positive work environment with a focus on continuous improvement.

Here are some of things that employees have said about working for Cretex Medical:

• “The culture at Cretex is collaborative. Everyone here is willing to help you whether it is a director, a machinist, or your boss. Everyone is always willing to help you figure out a project and get it done right.”
• “I would tell potential interns that Cretex is a great company to work for. It has set a high bar for corporate culture as well as the quality of work you can do. I would definitely recommend it.”
• “I learned that I really like the medical device industry. The importance and the gravity of what we do here is felt by the employees. You can have that passion in your work because you know what you are striving for is to save lives.”

We encourage you to explore the many opportunities Cretex Medical can offer you as a valued team member.

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.)

Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.  

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.