Manager, Manufacturing Engineering

As the Head of Engineering at Procornea, part of CooperVision Specialty EyeCare Division, you will be responsible for leading and managing the engineering function. You will support the site Leadership Team in executing activities aligned with annual objectives and the Long Range Strategic Plan (LRSP). You will provide technical management and leadership, guiding the engineering team on site-specific projects and daily activities related to contact lens manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Procornea's engineering team in technical projects and activities related to contact lens manufacturing.
• Draft and approve the annual engineering plan and LRSP in collaboration with Operations Leadership and Global Engineering Leadership.
• Guide and mentor the engineering team in executing major process improvement projects, technology development, and daily engineering activities.
• Ensure daily engineering activities are organized and prioritized to meet production and quality targets.
• Manage engineering projects according to local and global procedures and best practices, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery.
• Implement strategies and processes to achieve business objectives and enhance the company's competitive position.
• Identify and implement best practices for the engineering team to improve business operations and align with Procornea and global LRSP.
• Foster strong communication and collaboration across departments such as Operations, Quality Assurance, Regulatory, Commercial, and Professional Affairs.
• Provide leadership in coaching, mentoring, and developing direct reports to achieve continuous improvement, added value, and cost reductions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental, health and safety, engineering, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Knowledge of validation in the medical devices industry (IQ/OQ/PQ).

Qualifications

• Leadership, motivation, and management skills.
• Professional competence and knowledge.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Planning and organizing skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Teamwork skills.
• 5-7 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in leading teams of multiple disciplines.
• Preferably experience in the medical devices industry.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience demonstrating competence at the bachelor's degree level.
• Managerial training.

Employment Conditions

• Salary Range: Full-time annual salary including vacation pay: €70,000 - €100,000.
• Bonus: Participation in the MIP scheme (10%).
• Travel Expenses: Reimbursement of €0.21 per kilometer, provided you live more than 10 km from the work location.
• Pension: Participation in our pension scheme, with employer and employee each contributing 50%.
• Laptop and Phone: Necessary tools, including a laptop and phone, to effectively perform your work.
• Work Expense Scheme: Participation in our work expense scheme.
• Employee Association: Opportunity to join our employee association.