Manufacturing Senior Engineer II (711332)

Job Summary

Zimmer Biomet is a global medical technology leader. Our team members are part of a company with a heritage of leadership, a focus on shaping the future, and a mission dedicated to alleviating pain and improving the quality of life for people around the world.

The senior manufacturing engineer is responsible for providing manufacturing engineering services to support efficient manufacturing processes. Engineering services may include cell management, process development, project management, process validation, tool design, and trouble shooting.

This position will provide expertise and support for customized implants and instruments.  This individual will supervise and lead a group of highly skilled Model Makers.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Creating, maintaining, and improving controlled technical documents such as prints, procedures, bill of materials and routers.
Supporting a wide variety of processing applications such as machining, finishing, forging, casting, cleaning, heat treating, bonding, molding, etc.
Conducting feasibility study to estimate product cost and analyze capital equipment, capacity, and capability requirements 
Establishing and improving process methods which meet performance and quality requirements
Developing and executing project plans and schedules for work activities
Communicate (written and verbal) direction and project plans with appropriate personnel from other departments.
Evaluating multiple options to select the most appropriate processes and machining methods
Execute equipment qualification or process validation project(s)

Provide leadership for direct reporting Team Members.

Responsible for day-to-day supervision of Team Members.

Maintain all time, attendance, and performance, and disciplinary action records for each direct report.

Expected Areas of Competence

Skilled and knowledgeable in manufacturing and new product processing
Competence with drafting standards and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
Ability to balance marketing, manufacturing, and design requirements to meet customer requirements
Ability to lead and prioritize multiple medium complexity project assignments and complete work in a timely manner
Good problem-solving skills through the use of quality and statistical tools
Ability to effectively work within a cross-functional team to complete critical project tasks
Demonstrates good written and verbal communication skills
Experienced with control procedures, such as the Change Management System, Nonconformance Reports, Engineering Specifications, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), and Work Instructions
Proficient with Statistical Process Control concepts, process development, CNC programming terminology, and tooling design concepts
Microsoft Office Suite and Project

Ability to work within a team environment not only within the organization unit, but also across departments and shifts. 

Demonstrated ability in coaching, counseling, motivating, training, recognizing and communicating objectives.

Education/Experience Requirements

B.S. in Engineering with a minimum of 3+ ears of manufacturing engineering experience.  Experience leading others required, preferably in direct reporting relationships.
Knowledge in Lean Principles and or Six Sigma or other problem-solving methodology is preferred.

Travel Requirements

Up to 10%

Additional Information

EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in The Power of Us, which means that we are stronger together. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels included, respected, empowered, and celebrated.