Sr. Product Development Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

KMC Systems, an Elbit Systems of America company, offers an ecosystem of engineering and innovation to develop the most advanced clinical and operational solutions for leading medical device customers across a diverse range of market segments. KMC was established in Merrimack, NH, in 1980, conveying almost half a century of innovation, R&D of next generation devices, and the agility to evolve to meet changing market dynamics.

This has kept KMC at the forefront of technological advancements and as the premier choice for leading global medical device and healthcare companies. KMC is a full-suite provider with services in:
Engineering Design, Manufacturing, Product Ideation, Product Lifecycle Management, and Sustaining Engineering.

We are looking for extraordinary people to join #One Team One Mission  to create and deliver innovative solutions that protect and save lives

The NPI Manufacturing Engineer supports diverse technologies in the manufacturing of high quality analytical and medical instruments at competitive cost. You will coordinate, plan, review and improve manufacturing processes of New Product Introductions ensuring production capacity, efficiency, and quality. The Manufacturing Engineer must effectively build cooperative relationships with Design, Quality, Production, Configuration Management, Supply based engineering, as well as other internal and external groups.

You must also demonstrate attention to detail, Lean Principles, process capability, strong analytical skills, and excellent verbal / written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review, evaluate and develop manufacturing processes with man, machine, material, and methods considered. Determining optimal sequence of operations to reduce time cycles, simplify tasks and reduce total costs.
• Improve manufacturing efficiencies by analyzing and planning work flow, space requirements, equipment, and floor layout.
• Prepare and support accurate parts lists, bills of materials, assembly trees, and out sourcing opportunities.
• Develop, evaluate, and specify tools, fixtures, equipment and jigs for the manufacture of systems, assemblies, components, etc. assuring optimum operations for production areas. Recommend and initiate modifications to optimize production conditions.
• Identify and recommends test processes, procedures and equipment, coordinating with Systems and Quality Engineering departments.
• Interface and contribute in coordinating efforts with other engineering departments and vendors to assure efficient, cost effective production operations.
• Develop, evaluate, and review instructions, specifications and methods to support the product life cycle transitions from development into production.
• Prepare product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Provide manufacturing decision-making information to support capacity planning for labor, production schedules, and estimating future requirements.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Assure product and process quality by designing test methods; testing finished product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes.
• Assist design and development projects by training and guiding manufacturing personnel.

Competencies:

• Product and Process Design & Development
• Process Planning & Development (capacity planning floor layout, material flows, capabilities Cp, Cpk)
• Process Documentation and Work Instructions
• Human Factors, Ergonomics and Safety
• Production tooling and equipment selection, development and qualification
• Design for (Manufacturing, Assembly, Test, Maintenance, etc.)
• Engineering drawing (GD&T) ANSI Y14.5, models, prints,
• Enterprise-wide Systems Integration (PLM, MRP, MES, ERP, etc.)
• Quality Systems, Standards, and Methodology
• Continuous Improvement:
  Lean principals, 5S plus 1, P/FMEA, Visual Factory
• Supplier capabilities and evaluation
• Problem Analysis & Solving
• Customer and RMA failures Analyze
• Project Management

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline. Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Candidates with a minimum of 5 years of related experience will be considered for Senior Manufacturing Engineer.
• Candidates with 8 or more years of related experience will be considered for Principal Manufacturing Engineer.
• Must be proficient in the above competencies
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, analytical and communication skills
• Strong Written & Oral Communication skills
• Effective presentation Skills
• Innovative & Creative
• Proficient with Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office programs

Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We

Offer:

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401k program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability…