Manufacturing Engineer

At Kelly® Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom (SETT), we are dedicated to connecting top talent with meaningful opportunities in leading medical device and life sciences manufacturing environment
. We are currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for a long‑term opportunity with a global healthcare and medical technology organization in Jacksonville, Florida
.

Jacksonville, Florida

Mon – Fri 8am – 5pm

Pay starts $41/hr (+/- DOE)

Benefits: medical, dental, vision + paid time off

• This role is responsible for the deployment of technical solutions and development of site capability to coordinate and leverage talent and best practices in engineering & technology. The engineer will be responsible for and involved in the design, installation and improvement of the lens production processes and equipment.
• Edits and publishes troubleshooting documentation and training materials for materials and equipment.
• Strong analytical approach to problem solving and brings innovative solutions to equipment.
• Works closely with other engineering disciplines in the development and application of troubleshooting methods to equipment and processes.
• Identify and lead cost and technical improvements under the department’s continuous improvement program.
• Project Management: provide timely and accurate reporting on project activities.
• Actively interfaces with cross‑functional team members, always practicing good teamwork in support of day‑to‑day operating requirements.
• Develop and maintain a Credo & Behavioral Standards based culture within the group.
• Ensure effective closure on Quality System documents (Audit Actions, NCR’s, CAPA’s, Maps, etc.).
• Implementation of safety/environmental requirements on purchase and changes of all new and existing equipment.
• Work with team leader to develop and implement strategic engineering goals & objectives.
• Support the implementation of all engineering and plant strategic initiatives.
• All employees are responsible for minimizing both the Environmental and Health & Safety effects of the work that they perform.

• Engineering degree in production, manufacturing, mechanical engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous experience in the use of 'black belt' statistical techniques would be a distinct advantage, as would familiarity with equipment validation in an FDA environment.
• 5+ years’ experience in a relevant engineering role.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Be able to demonstrate good project management and communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• The ability to apply a scientific approach to problem solving, blending analytical and experimental skills to maximize productivity and yields is an essential requirement.

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