Materials Engineer

Job Description

Materials Engineer

Title: Materials Engineer

Location: Oldsmar, FL

Salary: Based on experience

Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Summary: Our client engineers cutting-edge medical tubing and delivery systems that power the next generation of life-saving procedures. From cardiovascular to endoscopic innovations, their high-performance solutions are at the heart of breakthrough medical technology!

Essential Functions:

• Research and develop the use of new or improved raw materials.
• Oversee and manage the implementation of new or improved raw materials.
• Research and identify new or alternative suppliers of raw materials.
• Develop acceptance criteria and testing methods for incoming raw materials.
• Define standards and process for the mixing of raw materials.
• Establish safety protocols for the use of dangerous materials.
• Evaluate materials to ensure compliance with applicable environmental and safety standards.
• Collaborate with Process Engineering on the use of raw materials in new or improved processes.
• Collaborate with Supplier Quality Engineering on material declarations and safety data sheets.
• Collaborate with Applications Engineering and customers on new product introductions.
• Develop and execute process validations using IQ, OQ, & PQ methods.
• Analyze and determine root cause of problems and develop solutions addressing root causes.
• Apply logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Consistently demonstrate and hold team members accountable to The Roberds Way values.
• Coaching and Developing Others Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, empowering, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
• Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintaining them over time.
• Listening Actively Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others in a respectful manner.
• Developing and Building Teams Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
• Leading by Example Displaying reliability, holding oneself accountable for one s actions, remaining open to listening to alternative viewpoints, maintaining a growth mindset and behavior.
• Deliver results of analysis & investigations in a format appropriate for stakeholder audience.
• Compose, execute, and close a validation protocol and ensure it is accurately logged.
• Initiate and complete an Internal Change Request.
• Effectively utilize and support ERP system (GSS), including pulling of data for analysis.
  
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor s degree in an Engineering discipline or related technical field is required.
• Minimum of two years experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Materials science experience is required. Polymer chemistry experience is desired.
• Experience working in an ISO certified environment is required; ISO 13485 or 10993 is preferred.
• Medical device component and/or finished product manufacturing experience is desired.
• Catheter-based medical device design and manufacturing experience is desired.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.
• Must be able to display fine manipulation by constantly using both hands and fingers to inspect, grasp, move, or assemble very small objects.
• Must be able to operate a computer 50% of the time or more.
• Must be able to frequently move about inside the manufacturing environment and access machinery.
• Possess project management skills and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Understand and interpret specifications on customer drawings.
• Basic understanding of the following ISO Standards (13485 and 10993).
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with others and communicate effectively.
  
  

SRG offers flexible staffing solutions with a national presence. We provide contract, contract-to-hire, direct hire and executive search services. SRG utilizes an innovative approach to identify and qualify talent that is unique to the Staffing industry, featuring a cutting-edge platform that allows us to rapidly and precisely match professionals to client requirements. We have a proprietary database of over one million candidates and maintain continuous contact with our qualified talent.

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