ENGINEER SR, MANUFACTURING

St. Jude Medical develops medical technology and services that focus on putting more control into the hands of those who treat cardiac, neurological and chronic pain patients worldwide. The company is dedicated to advancing the practice of medicine by reducing risk wherever possible and contributing to successful outcomes for every patient. Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, St. Jude Medical employs more than 15,000 people worldwide and has four major focus areas that include: cardiac rhythm management, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular and neuromodulation.

Our success depends on hiring talented people that can make immediate contributions to our growing organization. We currently have the following opening in our Cardiovascular Division:




Description of Work:
Engineer Sr, Manufacturing

Position Summary:
This position will design and develop manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures in order to meet daily production schedules while enhancing productivity and product quality.

Essential Functions:
Design and develop manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures in order to meet daily production schedules while enhancing productivity and product quality
Evaluation of production equipment
Production support and process validation
Interface with vendors for incoming components
Troubleshoot manufacturing process and equipment
Utilize tools like Gage R&R, Cp, Cpk, and SPC to improve processes
Understand manufacturing concepts like Value Stream mapping, 5S and Visual Workplace to improve quality, labor efficiency, and throughput.
Protocol and report writing
Generate and modify manufacturing process documentation
Direct cross-functional team members for project implementation
Identify, develop and implement process improvements
May provide input into departmental budgeting process
May supervise and provide work direction to other engineers and technicians
Serve as member of and provide substantial input and guidance to cross-function CI and PDP teams

Qualifications:
Mechanical Engineering degree required
5+ years manufacturing engineering experience
Demonstrated leadership capability in team settings
Medical device experience preferred
Strong analytical, problem solving and project management skills
Six Sigma certification preferred



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St. Jude Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer

St. Jude Medical is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce across all spectrums, including opinion and experience. We seek out creative, conscientious, confident individuals who thrive on taking initiative. In return for those qualities, we offer outstanding compensation, comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.