10745A - Manager, Tooling & Repair (Annual)

Why Merit?

At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.

WORK SHIFT

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED

1. Manages employees by interviewing, hiring, training, evaluating performance, disciplining, firing and other related duties.
2. Maintains employee documentation such as training, performance evaluations, personnel requisitions and other related material.
3. Manages work schedules and training.
4. Interacts with outside vendors to receive quotes and order spare/replacement mold components.
5. Oversees component inventory to balance supply and deliver requirements with inventory dollars.
6. Makes decisions regarding internal build vs. buying of components, repairs etc.
7. Assists in the design of replacement production molds for part quality and production needs.
8. Supports R&D with new mold designs to ensure longevity and repair ease of molds.
9. Works with process engineers to improve process, reduce scrap rates and part quality.
10. Manages design changes to existing and new molds.
11. Works with OEM Project Engineers on new part designs, new molds, components and materials.
12. Works with Manufacturing Engineers to improve product quality, design changes and increased production needs.
13. Works with Quality Engineers on RGA's and NC's to resolve product quality issues.
14. Works with scheduling to send out molds for refurbishment and repairs.
15. Ensures that personnel follow and comply with quality system requirements and all molding specifications.
16. Performs root cause analysis of problems and provides plans for corrective action.
17. Ensures employees understand and adhere to safety guidelines and practices.
18. Performs other duties and tasks as required.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

* Lifting -- Not to exceed 50 lbs. - local practice may apply.
* Writing
* Sitting
* Standing
* Bending
* Visual acuity
* Color perception
* Depth perception
* Reading
* Field of vision/peripheral
* Fine motor skills
* Noise
* Chemical vapors
* Soldering fumes

SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

* Education and/or experience equivalent to a related Bachelor's Degree.
* A minimum of six years molding experience, including two years of related supervisory experience.
* Strong organizational skills.
* Detail oriented.
* Demonstrated ability to determine root cause and creatively solve molding problems and issues.

COMPETENCIES

* Supervisory process/interviewing/training/evaluating performance/disciplining/firing
* Quality system requirements and molding specification compliance
* Materials/supplies/spare tooling/equipment requisitions
* Ability to motivate others to improve quality and productivity in performing repetitive manufacturing tasks.

COMMENTS

Infectious Control Risk Category II:

The risk category explains whether or not employees are likely to come into contact with blood or body fluids while performing their jobs. Risk category II states employment and procedures that may require exposure.

As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following:

* Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights

* Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days)

* Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic

* Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias

* Employee Garden | Gardening Classes

* 3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays

* 401K | Health Savings Account

To see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers.

Military Veterans are encouraged to Apply.

Merit is a proud Utah Patriot Partner committed to hiring our Veterans.