Engineer, Senior - Manufacturing*

By living according to a common set of values, we create a culture that unifies, embraces the uniqueness we all bring to the company, and positions Integer for long-term success. At Integer, our values are embedded in everything we do.

• Customer – We focus on our customers’ success
• Innovation – We create better solutions
• Collaboration – We create success together
• Inclusion – We always interact with others respectfully
• Candor – We are open and honest with one another
• Integrity – We do the right things and do things right

Integer is a global organization providing innovative, high-quality technologies and manufacturing to Medical Device OEM’s (original equipment manufacturers) to enhance the lives of patients worldwide and a provider of high-end niche batteries for specialized applications in the energy, military, and environmental markets. Working at Integer means you are part of a team passionately pursuing excellence in all that we do and always reaching for the next great achievement.

About the role

The primary purpose of this position is to apply intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields. You will ensure that Integer internal and external customers’ expectations are met or exceeded. You adhere to Integer’s Values and all safety, environmental, security and quality requirements including, but not limited to: Quality Management Systems (QMS), Safety, Environmental and Security Management Systems, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, company policies and operating procedures, and other regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop new and unique approaches to complex problems and lead projects to advance Integer’s technological capabilities.
• Investigate and interpret internal or external technology and business trends and recommend best practices to the organization.
• Evaluate, develop and implement a wide range of new technologies of significant scope and complexity.
• Identify and procure new equipment and technology of significant complexity, scope and cost.
• Originate new documents such as protocols, reports, specifications and work-instructions; review documentation work product of peers and subordinates.
• Plan and develop engineering projects concerned with unique or high-profile problems which have an important impact on major programs.
• Lead cross-functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk and/or complexity and influence others to achieve goals.
• Provide supervision for up to 4 to 5 technicians and/or associate engineers; serve as a coach and mentor for other engineers.
• Initiate and maintain relationships with individuals and business units within or outside your site or organization.
• As a subject matter expert in an engineering or specialty field, deploy expertise across multiple organizations and/or locations; occasional travel may be required.
• Embed Quality within the Engineering discipline – “I own Quality.” Assure adherence to our Quality Management System (QMS), facilitate and/or contribute to corrective and preventive actions, and contribute to the successful attainment of our quality KPI’s and journey to 5 Sigma.
• Perform other duties as needed and as directed by your line of supervision.
• Support Integer’s Manufacturing Excellence and Market Focused Innovation Strategies.
• Champion the development and deployment of systems and tools to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
• Embrace the Manufacturing Excellence culture based on the Integer Production System and its five focus areas:
  • Strategy Alignment through Site Hoshin Plans, the regular cadence of Sales, Inventory, and Operations’ Planning (SiOP) meetings, and regular updates to the value stream maps.
  • Leadership of Sustained Change by ensuring production monitoring & improvement activities and deployment of Leader Standard Work.
  • Standardization through workplace organization & visual controls (5S), Manufacturing Standard Work, and robust training & certification programs.
  • Associate Engagement promoted through the adoption of standardized problem solving methodologies, behavior-based safety programs, and improvement idea and suggestion systems.
  • Systems & Process Optimization through adoption of principles of built-in quality, optimized scheduling & material system designs, work cell design, and total productive maintenance.

How You Will Be Measured

• Safety is our highest priority; active support of the Integer Environmental, Health & Safety programs.
• Quality – Achievement of site Quality KPI’s.
• Defined Goals and Objectives specifying key projects and expected milestones.
• Identify ways to shorten project durations and lead systemic changes to current processes and procedures that enable greater efficiencies.
• Innovation and ideation; generate continuous improvement suggestions and support their implementation.
• Expertise, accomplishments, and collaboration with others to deliver results.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering or related technical field (minimum requirement). Master’s Degree or Doctorate preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive engineering and/or technically focused roles and experiences; candidates who do not meet the education requirement may be considered with 15+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong technical and problem-solving foundation, with training and certifications in problem-solving and project management methodologies such as 6-Sigma (green belt as a minimum, black belt preferred), 8D, RCA, 5-Why, Ishikawa (Fish Bone), Kepner-Tregoe, PMP.
• Ability to observe, analyze, and develop solutions to complex technical challenges resulting in breakthrough results in productivity, technical capabilities, capacities, or other competitive differentiators.
• Work independently as well as collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to lead team activities and act as a coach for less experienced associates.
• Clear and professional communication skills at all levels of the organization; well-developed written and oral communication abilities.
• Maintain a calm demeanor in a high-energy, constantly changing production environment.
• Positive, can-do attitude with an underlying belief that failure is not an option.

Pay

Salary Range: $112,200 - $164,560

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package with immediate eligibility including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and adoption benefits.
• Parental leave available after one year.
• Optional employee-paid programs including supplemental life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance.
• Immediate eligibility to participate in the 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
• 80 hours (10 days) of company designated holidays per year plus an annual allotment of paid time off.