Position Purpose: The APU Process Engineer position is responsible for maximizing effectiveness by proactively identifying ways to increase productivity, and efficiency, and manage human capital in a hi-speed assembly manufacturing environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develops competencies of the production unit through internal and external training and development as needed 
• Define and update standard operating procedures (SOP) for production employees 
• Assess and trains setters technicians and operators
• Reports outcomes to the APU Shift leader 
• Support APU Shift leader and managers in analyzing shop floor issues and point of escalation  
• Propose technical solutions to improve production processes and identifies opportunities to reduce cost, lead-time, and inventory  
• Analyze equipment’s performance indicators, define and facilitate corrective actions implementation (e.g.: CAPA) 
• Know, apply, and facilitate implementation of rules defined as part of Continuous Improvement of the plant and its team (5S, TPM, SMED, VSM, etc) 
• Facilitate workgroups linked to continuous improvement and propose action plans 
• Accountable of APU equipment’s improvement; documents and communicates proactively improvements in and OEE.
• Contact person for standard audits 
• Is the production voice in industrialization projects (NPI phase 5-6: FAT, design review, specs review, ramp-up phase) 
• Attend project review and transfer knowledge of new assets 
• Contribute to new equipment development, reception, and validation in production 
• SME on APU processes and shares best practices through the organization 
• Follows all safety procedures, including the use of PPE as required 
• Conduct Root Cause analysis as a SME by identifying, analyzing, and resolving issues affecting manufacturing processes. This role involves working closely with various departments to ensure efficient operations and continuous improvement.
• Other duties as assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required
• 1 + years of experience,  preffered experience in medical device manufacturing or similar industry
• Strong math, reading, and communication skills required
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications required
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, and stand/walk up to 90% of shift 
• Able to bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, grab and climb as needed 

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• PLC knowledge (Studio 5000)
• Vision System
• SAP experience
• Mechanical aptitude and experience with advanced problem solving
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and multi-task environment with minimal supervision

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• ISO 8 Clean Room production, warehouse and general office environment with moderate noise levels and travel to and from machines, office and/or clean rooms 
• Occasional travel between campus buildings by car or foot 

ADDITIONAL NOTES

This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee and may be revised at any time by the Company.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required
• 1 + years of experience,  preffered experience in medical device manufacturing or similar industry
• Strong math, reading, and communication skills required
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications required
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, and stand/walk up to 90% of shift 
• Able to bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, grab and climb as needed 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Nemera is a world leader in the design, development, and manufacturing of drug delivery devices for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, & generics industries. With locations worldwide, some of our services and products include eyedroppers, pumps, valves, inhalation devices, airless dispensers, and auto-injectors.

We put patients first when creating drug delivery devices because we know that accurate dosing and ergonomics contribute to patients completing their treatment. Working at Nemera means being part of a team that truly enjoys working together and always goes the extra mile to deliver on its commitments. We’re proud of the work we do because it improves patients’ lives.

Nemera is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class indication. This company is required by federal law to hire only persons who can establish they are eligible to work in the United States.

The Nemera timekeeping system utilizes finger scan. Our biometric policy is available upon request at [email protected]