Process Engineer

at  Smith Nephew

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
The Process Engineer 3 will lead oversight on manufacturing processes including implementation of continuous improvements to optimize current manufacturing processes and providing support during new product development. This role will also provide qualification and validation support for manufacturing equipment.

What will you be doing?

• Lead the development of process improvements, methods, and production controls.
• Lead risk assessments and address gap assessments in manufacturing, current and future processes.
• Coordinate manufacturing process and equipment qualifications.
• Authoring, execution, and/or review of Manufacturing Change Controls, Validation protocols, and CAPAs
• Qualify new equipment for manufacturing processes.
• Identify areas for improvement in manufacturing efficiencies and compliance.
• Compile user needs documents to drive a solution-based approach to manufacturing and business transformation.
• Lead multi-functional teams in order to find opportunities for Cost Saving Initiatives.
• Undertakes research and development activities to confirm feasibility of ideas ahead of case generation.

What will you need to be successful?

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Life Sciences required.
• 3+ years of relevant manufacturing process engineering experience in an FDA controlled environment.
• Proficient in MS Office software
• Work in a professional, multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural team as a group leader, facilitator, or participant.
• Open collaborative style: ability to engage others and work autonomously with minimal supervision or direction.
• Unfazed by ambiguity and comfortable in environments with shifting priorities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including interpersonal skills.
• Proven time management and organizational skills
• Ability to establish relationships across organizational departments and reporting structures.

You. Unlimited.

We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.

• Inclusion, Diversity and Equity- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/).
• Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day
• Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
• Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)
• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship
• Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!

Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
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• Lead the development of process improvements, methods, and production controls.
• Lead risk assessments and address gap assessments in manufacturing, current and future processes.
• Coordinate manufacturing process and equipment qualifications.
• Authoring, execution, and/or review of Manufacturing Change Controls, Validation protocols, and CAPAs
• Qualify new equipment for manufacturing processes.
• Identify areas for improvement in manufacturing efficiencies and compliance.
• Compile user needs documents to drive a solution-based approach to manufacturing and business transformation.
• Lead multi-functional teams in order to find opportunities for Cost Saving Initiatives.
• Undertakes research and development activities to confirm feasibility of ideas ahead of case generation