Production Coordinator (Sutures) - Ave Maria, FL.

Arthrex

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. Arthrex is actively searching for a Production Coordinator to lead manufacturing teams to produce Quality Medical Instruments in accordance with Arthrex Manufacturing Inc. procedures in a Safe and Effective manner to meet and exceed the customer’s needs. Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™. Second Shift-4:00 pm-12:30 am, Monday-Friday Third Shift-10:00 pm-6:30 am, Sunday-Thursday

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Successful completion of the Lead Development Program (LDP) within 1 year of starting the role
1 year of manufacturing experience related to technical and mechanical aspect of manufacturing including operation of packaging equipment and/or 1 year experience in a previous position of leadership required
Self-motivated and able to work independently when necessary.
Able to determine materials and tools required to perform the operation.
Creative thinker and is able to suggest process improvements and problem solve.
Ability to use inspection tools and measuring devices to assure quality of product.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain professionalism at all times.
Ability to effectively communicate with team members, quality personnel, and supervisors as it relates to ideas, questions, and concerns.
Knowledge of administrative procedures and computer systems such as word processing, managing files and records, Excel, Power Point, SAP, and Microsoft Outlook.
Ability to comprehend and apply language skills to the degree required to perform the job based upon the job requirements listed above. Ability to verbally communicate ideas and issues effectively to other team members and management. Ability to write and record data and information as required by procedures.
Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
Visual acuity necessary to do the job safely and effectively.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Nice To Haves

Sutures/Textiles experience preferred
Experience in Lean manufacturing environment is preferred
Experience with computerized manufacturing system is desirable (Oracle, SAP, etc.)
Train the Trainer program
Sutures experience desired

Responsibilities

Follow our Quality System Requirements to ensure Quality is at the forefront in assembly of medical instruments for patient use. Training & enforcement of GMP practices, ensuring adequate line setups and clearances, employees use correct PPE for tasks, gowning procedures are adhered to, and correct documentation is followed.
Lead and supports new hires and oversees output to ensure error free assembly.
With the Supervisor, coordinates scheduling, training of Operators and testing to ensure comprehension. Provide explanation/reasons for techniques used and their cause.
Ensure material has traceability at all times, checks materials (lot, PN and Qty) prior to production use.
Sequencing of Work Orders through computerized MES (Manufacturing Execution System).
Use of bar code scanners to capture labor tracking/costing and WO component consumption. Analytical and reasoning abilities to complete count reconciliations and WO troubleshooting during closure process.
Timely address issues in work order/DHR documentation, reconciliation issues, as well as quality issues.
Apply Continuous Improvement principles to the manufacturing process and proactively identify potential issues, and work with Engineering and Supervisors to implement fixes to ensure we assemble quality devices efficiently.
Material reconciliation and paperwork review.
PC to ensure on the job training (OJT) is performed and documented in a timely manner.
Ensure machine set-ups, and form completion.
Train employees on new products, product line layouts, work instructions, packaging instructions, procedures and assembly techniques gained via experience. Provide explanations / reasons for techniques used and their cause.
With input from the Sr. Production Coordinators drive training, work order documentation control, line separation, and clearance for Suture Assembly Operators.