Job Description

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Job Summary

nnZimmer Biomet is a world leader in musculoskeletal health solutions. Our team members are part of a company with a heritage of leadership, a focus on shaping the future, and a mission dedicated to alleviating pain and improving the quality of life for people around the world.

The Manufacturing Sr. Engineer II is responsible for providing manufacturing engineering services to support efficient manufacturing processes. Engineering services may include, but not limited to; cell management, process development, project management, process validation, tool design, trouble shooting, equipment and facilities maintenance, root cause analysis, asset management and continuous improvement.

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Principal Duties and Responsibilities

nn Creating, maintaining, and improving controlled technical documents such as prints, procedures, bill of materials, PMs/TPMs, and departmental reports.
Developing and supporting a wide variety of processing applications and associated equipment used in machining, finishing, forging, casting, cleaning, heat treating, bonding, molding, etc.
Conducting feasibility study on advanced processes to estimate product cost and analyze capital equipment, capacity, and capability requirements.
Establishing and improving process methods which meet performance and quality requirements and assist with departmental goals and KPIs.
Developing, leading, and executing project plans and schedules for work activities.
Communicating (written and verbal) direction and project plans with appropriate personnel throughout the organization.
Evaluating multiple options to select the most appropriate processes, machining methods and related equipment requirements.
Leading equipment qualification or process validation project(s), along with review and possible approvals of all required documentation.
Solving a variety of complex product, process performance, and/or manufacturing equipment issues.
Developing rationale to set new process performance and quality standards.
May be required to assist in developing and maintaining Asset Lifecycle strategies, ensuring compliance to 21 CFR 820.70(g) Equipment Controls related to maintenance procedures and activities, root cause and failure trends of equipment, common build standards for equipment, relationships with strategic OEMs.
Lead and participates continuous improvement projects related to areas of responsibility.

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Expected Areas of Competence

nn Sound understanding of concepts and principles for manufacturing, new product processing, and equipment design and maintenance, along with a basic knowledge of these elements in areas such as Quality, Development, or Sourcing.
Full working knowledge of all supporting department needs and capabilities, including the ability to discern when inaccurate information is supplied and offer ideas for how to correct it.
Extensive knowledge of mechanisms required to implement processes and manage product flow
Full working knowledge of the development process and procedures.
Competence with drafting standards and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
Ability to balance marketing, manufacturing, and design requirements to meet customer requirements
Ability to lead and prioritize medium complexity project assignments and complete work in a timely manner
Good problem solving skills through the use of quality and statistical tools
Ability to effectively work within a cross-functional team to complete critical project tasks.
Demonstrates good written and verbal communication skills.
Microsoft Office Suite and Project.
Additional Skills and Experience
Knowledge and experience with maintenance activities, specifically in the regulated industry.
Knowledge and experience of corrective and preventive maintenance processes
Knowledge and experience of equipment reliability processes and methods.
Willingness to frequently travel among all Warsaw facilities on a regular basis.
Customer service focus with positive attitude to continuously improve.
Strong organizational, documentation and record keeping skills.
Ability to read and interpret machine drawings, diagrams and program logic.

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Education/Experience Requirements

nn B.S. in engineering with a minimum of 5-7 years of manufacturing engineering experience. Or other technical or advanced degree plus 8 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering or technical role.
Knowledge in Lean Principles and or Six Sigma or other problem solving methodology is preferred.
Prefer manufacturing and/or maintenance experience in FDA regulated industry.

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Travel Requirements

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Additional Information

nnAt Zimmer Biomet, we believe in The Power of Us, which means that we are stronger together. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels included, respected, empowered, and celebrated.

EOE M/W/Vet/Disability
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