Job Description
Summary: Our client, a global healthcare manufacturing company in Waterford, is looking for a candidate that will support the process engineers in the development of new process set-up, proof of concept and validation runs for existing and new production and prototype tools. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the injection moulding process start-up and process monitoring during running and shut down in a safely manner to achieve production targets for a quality product. Responsibilities: Take ownership for process escalations for injection moulding to ensure action is taken to troubleshoot & resolve issues in a timely manner using systematic approach to root cause problem solving. Ensure tool set-up & changeover activities are optimised to meet production targets. Support process engineer in the development of new processes set up, Proof of concept & validation runs for existing and new production & prototype tools. Ensure completion and accuracy of required documentation in the manufacturing area from all operation team supporting injection moulding. Support continuous improvement projects using Decoupled process & lean tools to optimise injection moulding performance and improve reliability. Ensure personnel are distributed as per planning from Team Leader / Shift Manager. Ownership for updating the visual area board, shift handover meeting and operational workbook- assuming responsibilities of Team Leader / Shift Manager when necessary. Work with quality personnel to rectify any issues promptly. Comply with the EHS & cGMP policies and procedures, leading safety audits, 5S & cGMP activities online. Where appropriate support the development of documentation, training and work instruction activities within injection moulding. Support cross training of personnel across Injection moulding programmes site wide. Ensure skills & knowledge gained through Process training are applied consistently. Support all company safety and quality programs and initiatives. Ensure ongoing compliance with GMP in all practices, recording of events and processes. Ensure compliance with all learnings from all GMP training events. Other responsibilities may be assigned from time to time as needed, based on the evolution of the company and the requirements of the department/position. Qualifications & Experience: Leaving Certificate or equivalent, 3rd level NCEA Level 6 (Mechanical / plastics engineering) or equivalent preferable. 5 Years + experience of injection moulding, preferably Healthcare with high volume automation desirable. Experience of mould set up and working with a wide variety of plastics and mould types. Additional specialist industry standard process technician training desirable. Capable of running injection moulding equipment & completion of accurate documentation. Skills: Moulding tools Injection moulding Machine operations