Process Engineer

Liquids Process Engineer

Blackpool

12 month contract

Inside IR35 

DePuy Synthes offer an unparalleled breadth and depth of products, services and programs in the areas of joint reconstruction, trauma, spine, sports medicine, neurological, craniomaxillofacial, power tools and biomaterials.

Technical specialist for the Liquids & Final Pack / M&B & Powder Fill Value Stream.

Principal Accountabilities: 

• Process review and optimisation of specified process area/s.
• Focus on development and implementation of robust hypercare program
• To input into new product development, to ensure timely introduction into production and that they are operationally cost effective.
• Initiation / completion of deviations, remedial actions, CAPA’s and other quality system documentation.
• Support and manage manufacturing validation effort for existing and new processes.
• Active member of multifunctional process and production improvement team.
• Study and implementation of world class manufacturing tools and techniques (Lean, ME2) within aligned process areas.
• Problem identification and resolution to root cause.
• Focused on identification and elimination of waste processes
• Leadership and coordination of onsite Process Excellence initiatives and activities including certification, re-certification and promotion of PE awareness on site.
• Input into machinery purchases, investigating new technologies for existing processes.
• To follow and promote Company, HS&E and Quality standards to enable the site to achieve and maintain excellent results
• To liaise with outside contractors whilst leading projects from conception to commissioning and handover.
• To ensure that processes are robust and as efficient and effective as possible.

Quality and Compliance Related Responsibilities:

• Ensures that all activities are carried out in compliance with all regulations and laws governing business and quality operations (FDA / GMP / BSI / ISO, etc.).
• Responsible for ensuring company compliance with all local, national, international and company regulations, policies and procedures for Health, Safety and Environmental compliance.
• Accountable for HSE compliance for their area of responsibility.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum 5 years experience in engineering / process engineering preferably in a medical devices / pharmaceutical environment.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing Initiatives to deliver business benefit.
• Ability to deliver projects on time and to budget.
• Use of Microsoft tools
• Use of KPIs to improve business performance
• Good organization skills
• Ability to communicate and co-operate effectively at appropriate levels both orally and written.
• Management of own workload and ability to work independently using own initiative.

Competencies:

• Able to demonstrate process, equipment improvements and waste reduction savings.
• Ability to carry out structured problem solving and Credo based decision making skills.
• Understands and applies HR policies and systems.
• Knowledge of CMW organization and products
• Exposure to PEx , ME2 and Lean principles
• Knowledge of Business Continuity Process and capable to lead fault finding processes
• Complies with Johnson and Johnson training requirements.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems
• Knowledge of Health, Safety and Environment system requirements.
• Appreciation of budget planning and control.
• Understanding of the CapEx process
• Ability to communicate and co-operate effectively at appropriate levels across different internal functions both orally and written.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Management of own workload and ability to work independently using own initiative.
• Good organizational skills
• Must have an understanding of budget control & project management.
• Able to work in an ambiguous environment; and able to manage conflicting objectives and priorities

Education:

• Technical degree in related discipline (Engineering/Science/Chemical) preferred
• Minimum HND in related discipline
• Minimum of two years experience within same or similar industry.