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Title: Manufacturing Engineer II-Sutures
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 Manufacturing Engineer II-Sutures. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Engineering Manager with the life-cycle development of Class I, II, and III medical devices, including new product development and maintenance of released products. Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work with project teams to identify issues and risks. During new product development, integrate with Engineers, Design Engineers, Quality Engineers and the Packaging Department/and or Production Department to ensure cost-effective new product development and introduction into manufacturing.
- Develop a continuous improvement culture, skill sets, and tools to enhance quality and operational excellence.
- Lead/support process improvement initiative.
- Introduce new equipment, products, and processes. Present process and equipment recommendations to Leadership Team with equipment reviews and plans for implementation.
- Initiate new projects and be the Project Leader for key improvement initiatives, identifying best practices.
- Develop an understanding of the current manufacturing processes and identify targets for improvement in operation efficiencies.
- Develop manufacturing Work Instructions.
- Provide process support on manufacturing technical issues.
- Provide process and equipment expertise and support for daily clean-room sterile packaging efforts/and or production efforts.
- Develop action plans to achieve short and long-range efficiency goals, selection of new production methods, designs of production fixtures, and methods to monitor efficiencies.
- Lead and/or assist with implementation of packaging design/and or production specifications into manufacturing.
- Monitor timelines and project deliverables to ensure adherence with approved project plans for manufacturing process development.
- Develop protocols and coordinate validation of equipment and processes.
- Stay current with methods used in the medical device industry to advance technologies.
- Participate in defining Preventive Maintenance programs for clean room equipment/ and or production equipment associated with packaging or production activities.
- Investigates and test in time reliability and quality improvements.
- Drives automation to replace the manual process as much as possible.
- Ensure Information and documentation is consistently accurate.
- Analyzes and plans workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
- Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
- Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
- Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.
- Provide process and equipment expertise and support.
- Identify issues and risks to ensure cost effective new product development and introduction into manufacturing.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
- 2 years of manufacturing process improvement experience required.
- Proven experience in leading process improvement projects.
- Medical device manufacturing environment preferred.
- Experience in workflow optimization, work measurement, efficiencies.
- Recognized process improvement training (Lean, Six Sigma) preferred.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements/Specialized Courses and/or Training:
- Ability to work independently and effectively with cross functional teams.
- Thorough understanding of manufacturing processes.
- Detail oriented with strong analytical skills.
- Strong communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical staff.
- Experienced user of MS Office Suite and CAD.
- Experience with planning and conducting tests to validate equipment and processes.
- Experience in completing technical documentation for engineering and manufacturing.
- SPC (Statistical Process Control) knowledge.
- Familiarity with clean room practices preferred.
- Project management knowledge preferred.
Machine, Tools, and/or Equipment Skills:
Metal cutting equipment, finishing equipment, printing equipment, sealing equipment and custom fixturing.
Language and Communication Skills:
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.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required sit; use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. To bend frequently and lift up to 30 lbs. on a regular basis.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Arthrex Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company-Provided Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
- Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Annual Bonus
- Wellness Incentive Program
- Free Onsite Medical Clinics
- Free Onsite Lunch
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Trip of a Lifetime
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Time Off
- Volunteer PTO
- Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Requisition ID: 65414
Title: Manufacturing Engineer II-Sutures
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 Manufacturing Engineer II-Sutures. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Engineering Manager with the life-cycle development of Class I, II, and III medical devices, including new product development and maintenance of released products. Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work with project teams to identify issues and risks. During new product development, integrate with Engineers, Design Engineers, Quality Engineers and the Packaging Department/and or Production Department to ensure cost-effective new product development and introduction into manufacturing.
- Develop a continuous improvement culture, skill sets, and tools to enhance quality and operational excellence.
- Lead/support process improvement initiative.
- Introduce new equipment, products, and processes. Present process and equipment recommendations to Leadership Team with equipment reviews and plans for implementation.
- Initiate new projects and be the Project Leader for key improvement initiatives, identifying best practices.
- Develop an understanding of the current manufacturing processes and identify targets for improvement in operation efficiencies.
- Develop manufacturing Work Instructions.
- Provide process support on manufacturing technical issues.
- Provide process and equipment expertise and support for daily clean-room sterile packaging efforts/and or production efforts.
- Develop action plans to achieve short and long-range efficiency goals, selection of new production methods, designs of production fixtures, and methods to monitor efficiencies.
- Lead and/or assist with implementation of packaging design/and or production specifications into manufacturing.
- Monitor timelines and project deliverables to ensure adherence with approved project plans for manufacturing process development.
- Develop protocols and coordinate validation of equipment and processes.
- Stay current with methods used in the medical device industry to advance technologies.
- Participate in defining Preventive Maintenance programs for clean room equipment/ and or production equipment associated with packaging or production activities.
- Investigates and test in time reliability and quality improvements.
- Drives automation to replace the manual process as much as possible.
- Ensure Information and documentation is consistently accurate.
- Analyzes and plans workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
- Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
- Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
- Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.
- Provide process and equipment expertise and support.
- Identify issues and risks to ensure cost effective new product development and introduction into manufacturing.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
- 2 years of manufacturing process improvement experience required.
- Proven experience in leading process improvement projects.
- Medical device manufacturing environment preferred.
- Experience in workflow optimization, work measurement, efficiencies.
- Recognized process improvement training (Lean, Six Sigma) preferred.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements/Specialized Courses and/or Training:
- Ability to work independently and effectively with cross functional teams.
- Thorough understanding of manufacturing processes.
- Detail oriented with strong analytical skills.
- Strong communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical staff.
- Experienced user of MS Office Suite and CAD.
- Experience with planning and conducting tests to validate equipment and processes.
- Experience in completing technical documentation for engineering and manufacturing.
- SPC (Statistical Process Control) knowledge.
- Familiarity with clean room practices preferred.
- Project management knowledge preferred.
Machine, Tools, and/or Equipment Skills:
Metal cutting equipment, finishing equipment, printing equipment, sealing equipment and custom fixturing.
Language and Communication Skills:
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.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required sit; use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. To bend frequently and lift up to 30 lbs. on a regular basis.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Arthrex Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company-Provided Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
- Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Annual Bonus
- Wellness Incentive Program
- Free Onsite Medical Clinics
- Free Onsite Lunch
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Trip of a Lifetime
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Time Off
- Volunteer PTO
- Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Manufacturing Jobs at Arthrex Jobs
Align your credentials to medical device standards
Arthrex operates under FDA manufacturing regulations, so certifications like ISO 13485 familiarity or GMP compliance training signal direct relevance. Documenting these on your resume before applying strengthens your case for both the role and sponsorship approval.
Target roles that match your visa category
Arthrex sponsors multiple visa types including H-1B, TN, and OPT. Confirm whether your target role requires a four-year degree or specialized trade background, since this determines which visa pathway your employer can realistically support through USCIS or DOL.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open manufacturing positions
Manufacturing openings at Arthrex span production, logistics, and quality functions with varying sponsorship eligibility. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for Arthrex manufacturing roles that align with your visa type before applying.
Clarify OPT or CPT timing early in interviews
If you're on F-1 status, Arthrex supports both OPT and CPT, but production roles often have fixed start dates tied to manufacturing schedules. Confirming your authorized start window in early conversations prevents mismatches that can delay or derail an offer.
Prepare documentation for specialty occupation classification
H-1B petitions for manufacturing roles can face USCIS scrutiny around specialty occupation requirements. Gather degree transcripts, job descriptions that emphasize engineering or technical specialization, and any relevant licenses to support the petition before your employer files.
Understand the PERM timeline if targeting a Green Card
Arthrex sponsors EB-2 and EB-3 Green Cards, but the DOL PERM labor certification process typically takes a year or more before USCIS filing even begins. Factor this into your long-term timeline if permanent residency is your goal alongside the manufacturing role.
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Find Manufacturing at Arthrex JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Arthrex sponsor H-1B visas for Manufacturing roles?
Yes, Arthrex sponsors H-1B visas for manufacturing positions, particularly those requiring specialized technical or engineering qualifications. The role must meet USCIS specialty occupation standards, which means a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field is typically required. Production-line roles without a degree requirement may be better suited to other visa categories Arthrex supports.
How do I apply for Manufacturing jobs at Arthrex?
You can search and apply for Arthrex manufacturing openings through the company's careers portal. To find roles that align with your visa eligibility, Migrate Mate filters Arthrex positions by visa sponsorship type, making it easier to target manufacturing jobs that match your specific immigration status before you submit an application.
Which visa types does Arthrex commonly use for Manufacturing roles?
Arthrex sponsors a broad range of visa categories for manufacturing hires, including H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, and Green Card pathways through EB-2 and EB-3. The right category depends on your nationality, education level, and the specific role. TN is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying professional categories, while OPT and CPT serve F-1 students in the pipeline.
What qualifications does Arthrex expect for sponsored Manufacturing positions?
Arthrex manufacturing roles typically require backgrounds in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, manufacturing technology, or a closely related field for visa-eligible positions. Familiarity with FDA-regulated production environments, GMP practices, or ISO quality standards is a practical differentiator. Hands-on experience with medical devices or precision manufacturing carries weight in both the hiring process and any subsequent USCIS petition.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a Manufacturing role at Arthrex?
Timeline depends on the visa type. F-1 OPT authorization can be in place within a few months if your EAD is already issued. H-1B sponsorship is tied to the annual lottery, with cap-subject petitions filed in April for an October start, making forward planning essential. Green Card sponsorship through PERM and USCIS typically spans multiple years, so it's best pursued alongside an existing work visa.
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