Senior Operations Engineer

at  Fisher Paykel Healthcare

Are you excited by the prospect of contributing in a business group with the mission to establish new therapies and products in surgery? We have a great opportunity for a person with significant experience in manufacturing operations wanting to make this move.
Come join the Surgery Business group, within Fisher & Paykel Healthcare and play a crucial role in a team with a startup business mindset. This group is focused on developing Surgery products that will transform patient outcomes and jointly benefit product users in the operating theatre.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for someone who;

• Has an engineering or science tertiary degree
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in medical device manufacturing
• Experienced in operations and manufacturing
• A working knowledge of the QMS, including design controls
• Able to manage multiple projects on your own
• Be comfortable with changing priorities when needed for the business.
• Strong leadership skills to navigate complex problems
• Excellent problem-solving ability, (both through your own independent thinking and collaboration across the business)
• Ability to build strong relationships at all levels
• Communicate exceptionally well in writing and verbally

ABOUT US

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare is a world leader in the design, manufacture, and marketing of medical devices, exporting to over 120 countries globally. We are an iconic New Zealand company with a consistent growth strategy ensuring an expanding range of innovative devices for use in respiratory care, acute care and the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea.
We focus on nurturing a positive and inclusive culture based on trust and respect. In New Zealand, our employee-led communities, Spectra (rainbow), Manaaki (Māori) and Women in Engineering play an important role in this culture. We also have a commitment to creating a positive lasting impact on society, shown by our support of New Zealand organisations such as Diversity Works NZ, Pride Pledge and Global Women.

This role is responsible for sustaining the current products sold in the market. You will be part of multidisciplinary team responsible for bedding in new products and processes, and who are mindful of setting an approach that reinforces success for a business with some unique challenges. You will work on manufacturing improvements as well as ensuring design changes and products are manufactured, ultimately reaching customers’ hands.