Director, Engineering

Company Overview:
Merrimack Manufacturing is a medical device manufacturer located in the Manchester Millyard. We are a growing manufacturing company that will play a crucial part in bringing innovative and life changing products to life.

The Director of Engineering would oversee the engineering department and be responsible for assisting with daily production challenges, driving continuous improvement activities, new product introductions and assisting to implement or improve existing systems to increase the maturity of our operation under current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) conditions. The Director of Engineering is expected to set the example of safety and compliance for their teams and is expected to train and coach/mentor their team members, review and manage performance, and support career development for employees. They are expected to demonstrate expertise and technical leadership in cGMP compliance and be able to make decisions based on that experience.

Responsibilities:
The Director of Engineering will work closely with all departments within the organization to be successful. This position reports to the General Manager with 5-10 direct reports.

In this role you will:Prioritize safety over all else and ensure that our processes are inherently safeTransfer the production of new products from R&D into manufacturing. Design, develop, and test processes and equipment for productionManage outside resources providing new processes and equipmentTranslate high level project goals into a comprehensive set of working requirements working with both internal and external project stakeholders.Responsible for improving yield and efficiency at the cell and plant levelIdentify, resource and manage opportunities for continuous improvement through use of tools such as PFMEA'sDrive day to day project activity to achieve results including solving technical and other project challenges, managing resource conflicts, breaking down barriers, upholding high performance standards, and meeting commitmentsProvide input on strategic direction of the group specifically around technology, capability and capital equipmentContinuously monitor and support manufacturing processes to optimize production flow, improve assembly methods including product quality, and expand capacityManage product master data, engineering change requests and change orders (ECR/ECO) in our PLM systemEnsure compliance with our quality management system, especially relating to change management whether driven through continuous improvement activities or required changesInterface with customers and manages the relationship to ensure crisp communication and alignment of objectivesProvide both high level technical and people leadership to project teamsIdentify areas of cost reduction and manage the implementation of these types of programsRequirements:BS or MS in mechanical engineering with 10-15 years' experience in a cGMP environment or equivalentMinimum Eight (8) years leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, two (2) of which must be direct Engineering Management experience, preferably in a regulated environment.Direct experience with complex electromechanical products with embedded software.Knowledge of production practices and procedures in a cGMP environment.Analytical problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex problems and determine root causes.Must have experience successfully managing projects from initial concept through design and release.  Including the ability to execute and mentor others on scheduling, budget and utilization of project resources.Working knowledge of product and process qualifications including IQ, OQ, and PQ.Practical experience with continuous improvement and problem-solving tools.Knowledge of statistics and probabilityDemonstrated proficiency in supervision and motivating team members.Proven logic and decision making abilities, critical thinking skills.Exceptional project management and communication skills – written and verbal - are essential High energy, drive, commitment, self-initiative and perseverance are required with a demonstrated track record of personal technical accomplishments. Medical device manufacturing experience preferred.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.Ability to work a project with a internally directed budgetDemonstrates a strong skill for priorities and setting priorities for teamMust be able to determine how to identify correct project staffing levelsExperience in developing department strategy and executingTeam player willing to work outside of role when required  

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