Principal Molding Engineer (3034)

Company: Avanos Medical, Inc.
Location: Alpharetta
Posted on: June 12, 2021

Job Description:

Requisition ID: 3034

Job Title: Principal Molding Engineer

Job Country: United States (US)

Here at Avanos Medical, we passionately believe in three things:

• Making a difference in our products, services and offers, never ceasing to fight for groundbreaking solutions in everything we do;
• Making a difference in how we work and collaborate, constantly nurturing our nimble culture of innovation;
• Having an impact on the healthcare challenges we all face, and the lives of people and communities around the world.

At Avanos you will find an environment that strives to be independent and different, one that supports and inspires you to excel and to help change what medical devices can deliver, now and in the future.

Avanos is a medical device company focused on delivering clinically superior breakthrough solutions that will help patients get back to the things that matter. We are committed to creating the next generation of innovative healthcare solutions which will address our most important healthcare needs, such as reducing the use of opioids while helping patients move from surgery to recovery. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, we develop, manufacture and market recognized brands in more than 90 countries. Avanos Medical is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol AVNS. For more information, visit www.avanos.com.

The role

The incumbent will report to the Manager Molding and Extrusion. The successful candidate will be responsible for design, development, and commercialization of molding processes and equipment for existing products and new medical devices. They will work with Marketing, Project leaders and Plant based teams to create/redefine products and associated specifications through innovative and robust processing solutions. They will also be expected to assist in quality system compliance and regulatory filings with the FDA and other agencies outside the United States.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and participate in cross functional teams for design, manufacturability, production and delivery of molding and extrusion projects
• Lead projects of various sizes and complexity from conception through manufacturing
• Represent Avanos in business dealings with third party vendors
• Provide regular reports to executives on project progress, delays or cancellations
• Work in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision or daily direction
• Participate in Lean/Six Sigma projects and processes

Your qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree and 10+ years' experience in molding industry - medical molding experience preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Hands on injection molding and tooling experience from design to implementation and sustaining production.
• RJG Master Molder 1 Certification and extensive knowledge/experience with Scientific Molding principles and techniques.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 60% percent at times

Competencies:

• Strong team-oriented professional with good interpersonal skills, communication skills, and project management experience.
• Well versed in mold machining methods and molding technologies including hot manifold systems, E-dart, and in mold sensors
• Experience providing design engineering assistance to project teams leveraging DFA/ DFM principles
• In depth knowledge of tool design, troubleshooting, and molded component qualifications
• Ability to identify molding and tooling and process efficiency improvement opportunities and present to senior management.
• Ability to perform in-depth engineering and statistical analyses.
• Experience in working with vendors and vendor management
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, Minitab, etc.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Solid Works to view and modify plastic part models, injection molds, and part or mold drawings.
• Ability to mentor and coach less experienced engineers.
• Working knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing.
• Application of statistical and analytical methods such as SPC, SQC and DOE.
• General knowledge of DFMEA, PFMEA, and Risk Tools.
• Working knowledge of GMP and ISO regulations (Design Controls).
• Comply with applicable FDA and international regulatory laws/standards and the Avanos Code of Conduct.

Preferred:

• 3+ years plastic part design experience.
• RJG Master Molder 2 Certification.
• Experience with insert molding and over molding.
• Experience with two-shot and multi-shot tooling.
• Experience with robots, EOAT and post mold automation.
• Experience with vision systems and component inspection
• Experience with silicone molding
• Experience with extrusion
• Rapid prototyping experience
• Knowledge/experience with plastic joining technologies such as solvent, ultrasonic welding, adhesives etc.
• Experience in Gage design, MSA and GRR.

Avanos Medical is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a current employee of Avanos, please apply here .

Join us at Avanos

Join us and you can make a difference in our products, solutions and our culture. Most of all, you can make a difference in the lives, people, and communities around the world.

Make your career count

Our commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of others begins with our employees - through a comprehensive and competitive range of benefits. We provide more than just a salary - our Total Rewards package encompasses everything you receive as an employee; your pay, health care benefits, retirement plans and work/life benefits.

Avanos offers a generous 401(k) employer match of 100% of each pretax dollar you contribute on the first 4% and 50% of the next 2% of pay contributed with immediate vesting.

benefits on day 1

uncapped sales commissions

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