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SalaryWork mode: Onsite
Onsite Location(s):Maple Grove, MN, US, 55311
Additional Location(s): N/A
Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance
At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.
About the role:
This position supports the daily manufacturing operations in Maple Grove, MN. You will work in a fast-paced environment, applying problem-solving tools to improve manufacturing process and equipment to reduce cost of goods (COGs) and meet performance goals (i.e., safety, quality, cost, and delivery). In addition to commercial line support, this position will be responsible for implementing continuous improvement projects related to cost reduction, implementation of new systems, and driving efficiency across the factory. This will be achieved through collaboration with counterparts in other functions (i.e., Quality, Production Supervisors, Manufacturing Technicians, Downstream Customers, etc.).
Your responsibilities will include:
This position supports the daily manufacturing operations in Maple Grove, MN. You will work in a fast-paced environment, applying problem-solving tools to improve manufacturing process and equipment to reduce cost of goods (COGs) and meet performance goals (i.e., safety, quality, cost, and delivery). In addition to commercial line support, this position will be responsible for implementing continuous improvement projects related to cost reduction, implementation of new systems, and driving efficiency across the factory. This will be achieved through collaboration with counterparts in other functions (i.e., Quality, Production Supervisors, Manufacturing Technicians, Downstream Customers, etc.).
Your responsibilities will include:
- Monitor performance of equipment, machines, and tools to correct equipment problems or identify issues within process that contribute to non-conforming parts, low yields, or product quality issues
- Interface daily and communicate effectively to an audience consisting of product builders, peers, and management in Engineering, Production, and Quality
- With guidance from manager, plan, organize, and prioritize daily work routine to meet production requirements and project schedules
- Gather and interpret data to troubleshoot existing product/process challenges as related to design, material, or processes
- Undertake and successfully complete simple or basic product support tasks to include any of the following: verifying specifications; maintaining product/process documentation; testing processes, equipment, raw materials, and product; and validating equipment processes
- May serve as an extended team member on larger projects
- Apply problem solving and process improvement methodologies to improve complex and diverse manufacturing processes across multiple product lines, ensuring root cause of problem is identified and quickly resolved, while ensuring compliance to Boston Scientific work instructions and procedures
Required qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering
- Experience working in Microsoft Office
Preferred qualifications:
- Prior experience in regulated industry, preferably medical device manufacturing
- Experience working with Nitinol material
- Experience with Minitab or other statistical software
- Manufacturing and/or Quality System experience
- Strong mechanical aptitude, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Fixture tooling design and improvement
- Self-starter, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities
- Ability to engage in day-to-day operations, driven by a natural curiosity to solve problems
- Ability to develop creative solutions individually and collaboratively, draw ideas from cross-functional teams; advocate for ideas with passion while listening to and considering the ideas of the team
- Is a positive agent for change, not bound by the way things are or have always been done
Requisition ID: 577043
Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance testing requirements for safety-sensitive positions. This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a drug test as a pre-employment requirement. The goal of the drug testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.
As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.
So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!
At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. Boston Scientific is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Boston Scientific maintains a prohibited substance free workplace. Pursuant to Va. Code § 2.2-4312 (2000), Boston Scientific is providing notification that the unlawful manufacture, sale, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance or marijuana is prohibited in the workplace and that violations will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.
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