Senior Production Engineer
Location: Charleston South Carolina US
SHL Medical is a world-leading provider in the design development and manufacturing of advanced self-injection devices. With a global team of 6000 employees we partner with leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies to deliver innovative autoinjectors pen injectors and other drug delivery systems that ensure effective treatment for patients. Headquartered in Switzerland since 2018 with key operations in Sweden Taiwan and the US we are united by a commitment to innovation impact and growth. Together we empower our people to develop solutions that make a meaningful difference in the lives of millions of patients while fostering a supportive inclusive and dynamic workplace for our colleagues.
Job Overview
This role is embedded in Component Production/Injection Molding of our new state-of-the-art device manufacturing facility in North Charleston South Carolina.
Main Responsibilities
- Enhance system and equipment reliability for core processes focusing on people process equipment and standards.
- Provide technical support for daily injection molding operations and develop Tool and Process Maintenance Technicians.
- Lead and support system and equipment reliability improvement projects.
- Drive performance improvements in molding processes and production assets using established process improvement systems.
- Lead and manage projects related to molding processes and assets.
- Participate in event response activities and support Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to resolve equipment issues.
- Maintain and improve maintenance procedures and standards.
- Support technical documentation including RCA continuous improvement CAPA and change control.
- Improve Mean Time To Repair (MTTR) and Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) by optimizing maintenance standards plans and culture.
- Act as liaison with OEMs for parts complaints and ASL agreements reducing maintenance costs.
- Strengthen relationships with production teams and maintenance planning.
Skills and Qualification
- Bachelors degree in engineering or a related field or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 6 years of experience in Maintenance Production or Process Improvement or related field.
- Expertise in 2 or more of the following: injection molding mold design and maintenance production management process improvement RCA.
- Strong problem-solving skills attention to detail and ability to work independently.
Preferred:
- Experience in production planning logistics and process validation.
- Proven track record in maintenance planning and execution with cross-functional teams.
- Experience in a regulated industry (e.g. medical pharmaceutical) with knowledge of standards like ISO 13485 and cGMP.
We Offer
- Competitive compensation package
- Modern working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies
- Challenging assignments in a fast growing and innovative industry
- Position in a dynamic international team of highly skilled professionals
- Various opportunities for personal and professional development within a global organization
Please note that SHL is a drug free employer. This offer of employment is contingent upon your successful completion of various preemployment screenings including but not limited to a drug test employment verification reference checks and a criminal background check.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC