Extrusion Engineer

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Company Overview: Biomerics is a world-class manufacturer and innovative polymer solutions provider for the medical device and biotech industries. As a vertically integrated company, we specialize in the design, development, and production of medical devices for diagnostic and interventional procedures. We are focused on next-generation solutions for the vascular access, electrophysiology, cardiac rhythm management, neurovascular, structural heart, and cardiovascular markets.

At Biomerics, we are dedicated to our diverse employee base. We understand that a strong, skilled, and engaged workforce is the foundation of our continued success as a business. We strive to live up to the Biomerics values in all our interactions. It is an exciting time to be part of our collective team. There is no limit to the impact that can be achieved here at Biomerics. We improve and advance our employees' lives, and the lives of the patients that depend on our products.

At Biomerics we believe in integrity, partnership, empowerment & accountability, trust, agility, teamwork, excellence, and we care. Our team-oriented, customer-focused corporate culture places a premium on building strategic, mutually beneficial partnerships with customers as well as our team members.

Biomerics is a leading provider of laser processing services and contract manufacturing of medical components and assemblies to a wide range of customers throughout the United States and internationally. The company develops and implements leading-edge part-specific manufacturing processes utilizing such high-tech manufacturing tools as rapid prototyping, automation, PLCs, robotics, and vision systems.

The company offers a uniquely friendly and supportive environment and strongly encourages its employees to learn and grow in their careers. The company offers its eligible employees a range of benefits which include medical and dental benefits, 401K, and paid time off.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for all aspects of the polymer extrusion line, including but not limited to; set-up and tear down, troubleshooting, equipment maintenance and work flow.
• Work with production personnel and R&D to ensure extruded tubing meets requirements and make adjustments as required.
• Provide guidance and assistance on extrusion processes and process characterization
• Work with outside vendors to develop tooling and fixtures that result in producing high quality product.
• Manage raw extrusion materials in a way that ensures traceability and prevents contamination.
• Generate documentation on extrusion runs that is used to control traceability and ensure reproducibility.
• Write and execute process and equipment validations (IQ/OQ/PQ).
• Work with Research and Development, Marketing, Quality, and Manufacturing Departments during concept, prototyping, and release of new products.
• Follow established procedures in order to maintain a clean and organized environment.
• Responsible for the development and supervision of the Extrusion Department
• Other assignments as requested.
  
  

Requirements

• B.S in Engineering/related field or Minimum 7 years’ experience in hands on extrusion of medical grade tubing
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Medical Device manufacturing environment
• Minimum 1 year of CAD design
• Must possess good organizational skills
• Must be proactive and show initiative in taking on and completing extrusion projects
• Must possess good verbal and written communication skills