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Requisition ID: 13375

About Teleflex Incorporated

As a global provider of medical technologies, Teleflex is driven by our purpose to improve the health and quality of people's lives. Through our vision to become the most trusted partner in healthcare, we offer a diverse portfolio with solutions in the therapy areas of anesthesia, emergency medicine, interventional cardiology and radiology, surgical, vascular access, and urology. We believe that the potential of great people, purpose-driven innovation, and world-class products can shape the future direction of healthcare.

Teleflex is the home of Arrow™, Barrigel™, Deknatel™, LMA™, Pilling™, QuikClot™, Rüsch™, UroLift™ and Weck™ – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose.

At Teleflex, we are empowering the future of healthcare. For more information, please visit teleflex.com.

Global Operations - Global Operations is a complex and diverse organization within the company which is responsible for product fulfilment to all our customers from end to end. We pride ourselves on being totally Customer Centric in our unrelenting focus on Improving Quality, Service and Value as perceived by our customers. Our employees are dedicated to the Global Operations Enterprise Excellence journey. Join a dynamic, growing team that offers healthcare providers an array of medical technology solutions that make a difference in patients lives.

Position Summary

Senior Extrusion Equipment Engineer is a technical expert responsible for maintenance and optimization of extrusion manufacturing processes and machinery. This role combines hands-on problem solving with leadership responsibilities, focusing on improving product quality, efficiency, and safety

Principal Responsibilities

Lead efforts to enhance extrusion line performance, improve throughput, reduce waste (scrap), and boost overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) using Lean methodologies.
Responsible of the overall planning and execution of extruders, maintenance and repairs. Engage with supplier for repair and improvement projects.
Analyze and able to resolve process and equipment related issues using root cause analysis (RCA) to implement permanent solutions.
Evaluate existing equipment capabilities, recommend upgrades or modifications, and manage installation, commissioning, and validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) of new machinery with the CR (change request process)
Collaborate with R&D, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to develop and transfer new extrusion processes and products from development to full-scale, stable production.
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), process parameters, and technical documentation, and train maintenance staff including Machine Operators (MO) on equipment setup and troubleshooting.
Provide technical guidance, coach junior engineers, lead cross-functional project teams, and ensure all team members follow safety protocols and quality standards.
Responsible on Safety and Compliance of extruders and follow internal quality management system (QMS) requirements as well as external environmental, Occupational safety, and health (EHS) Act 1994 with knowledge in regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, ISO, Auditing bodies requirements on extrusion equipment).
Well verse in Capital Expenditure Process (CAPEX) and create credence with management team with cost reduction, improvement and technology upgrade to next level of production execution and quality improvement.

Education / Experience Requirements

Education: A bachelor's degree in mechanical, Chemical, Materials Engineering, or a related field is typically required.
Experience: A minimum of 5-10 years of hands-on experience in extrusion engineering or a related manufacturing field, often in plastics, polymers, or medical devices.
Technical Knowledge: Extensive understanding of extrusion processes, equipment (e.g., dies, screws), material science (polymers), process control, and statistical analysis tools (SPC, DOE).
Software Proficiency: Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and data analysis tools is often preferred NOT prerequisite.
Soft Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and communication skills are essential for collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Specialized Skills / Other Requirements

Note: As with all positions, due to the dynamic nature of Teleflex Medical business, key responsibilities may evolve and change over time.

Teleflex is an equal opportunities employer.

At Teleflex, we follow a comprehensive hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agency recruiters or 3rd party firms. We do not make unsolicited job offers. We do not ask for money or require equipment purchase up-front.

Teleflex, the Teleflex logo, Arrow™, Barrigel™, Deknatel™, LMA™, Pilling™, QuikClot™, Rüsch™, UroLift™ and Weck™ are trademarks or registered trademarks of Teleflex Incorporated or its affiliates, in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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Senior Equipment Engineer

Senior engineer