C.R. Bard Jobshttp://crbard.jobs2012-05-23 10:42:10.551252USAWarrendaleElectrical Engineer II Industry Title /Category: Engineering Job ID: 2012-5417 Career Level: experienced Location/Division: Dymax Relocation: No Posted Date: 3/9/2012 Close Date: .. C. R. Bard, Inc. (NYSE: BCR)is a leading multinational developer, manufacturer and marketer of innovative, life-enhancing medical technologies in the fields of vascular, urology, oncology and surgical specialty products, employing over 11,000 people in over 25 countries around the world. Founded more than 100 years ago, we pioneered many devices that are now the cornerstones of modern healthcare. We expect the highest levels of quality, integrity, service, and innovation from our employees – on the job and in the communities in which we work and live. In return, we foster an environment where individuals are treated with fairness and respect, and feel valued, acknowledged and rewarded. Be Your Best at Bard – and ultimately, you can have an impact on the lives of people around the world. Apply for this position * Refer a friend to this job More information about this job: Overview: This position develops, implements, and maintains processes, test methods and equipment related to the design, development, and manufacture of electro-mechanical medical devices. Summary of Position with General Responsibilities: Equipment supporting production hardware is composed of (8) ACAT (automatic calibration testers) which are used to 100% calibrate/test consoles. This new resource will be responsible for developing an understanding of and maintaining the ACAT systems being transferred from one site to another. Essential Job Functions: The following duties and responsibilities are intended to be representative of the work performed by the incumbent(s) in this position and are not all-inclusive. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position. Scope * Technical Expertise * Internal Collaborator * Works Independently * Results Oriented * Ownership of projects * Responsible and effective Team Member Potential Task Assignments within the scope of this position * Initiates new or revised documentation and tracks through appropriate approval cycles and implementation * Maintains a professional working relationship with internal & external customer and support staff * Participates in or Leads cross-functional project teams. * Provides technical support on components, material methods, systems and equipment. * Develops physical and functional test requirements to assure specifications & regulations are met. * Conducts complaints investigations * * Analyzes problems in design, process and test development. Recommend solutions. * Prepares and presents oral and written project updates and technical discussions. 10. Prepare and/or review manufacturing, test, or service documentation for new products and/or manufacturing processes (process improvements, manufacturing fixtures, fixture validation, etc.) 11. Design, build and prototype circuits, fixtures, etc. 12. Maintain clean safe working environment (equipment calibration needs, ESD protection, etc). 13. Prepare and execute manufacturing process and equipment qualification protocols. 14. Build, test, and validate manufacturing and service test fixtures. 15. Procurement of engineering equipment, tools, parts and other supplies. 16. Assist with board and component level troubleshooting as needed. 17. Understands and follows company procedures and regulatory requirements. 18. Support all other organizations as necessary to achieve company-wide goals and objectives 19. Other duties as assigned Additional Desirable Qualifications Skills and Knowledge: * Strong working knowledge of fundamental electrical engineering principles, as presented in a 4yr BSEE curriculum, including electronics, digital logic, software, computer architecture, etc. * Ability to manage and prioritize numerous simultaneous manufacturing, engineering, service and other support related activities * Strong electrical design and troubleshooting skills. * Ability to make and present engineering decisions. * Strong interpersonal skills, and oral and written presentation skills * Familiarity with international and domestic product related regulations and requirements * Good software development skills (ANSI C, Windows OS, Linux OS). * Knowledge of Ultrasound & Wave Physics a plus. * Electronic fabrication skills including soldering, PCA assembly, crimping, inspection. 10. Specific specialized engineering skills such as: a) Basic product, design & prototyping b) Basic Analog & Digital Circuit design/analysis/debug c) PCB Layout. 11. Problem solving ability 12. Ability to create, review and coordinate test protocols and reports 13. Ability to generate engineering proposals 14. Demonstrated ability to create and execute project plans 15. Software applications skills Education and/or Experience: This position requires: A Bachelor degree in electrical engineering with 4 (four) years of manufacturing or test engineering experience within the medical device or equivalent regulated industry OR * a Masters degree in electrical engineering with 3 (three) years of engineering experience within the medical device or equivalent regulated industry * Demonstrated knowledge of project management skills, with at least 2 years of experience leading project teams within the medical device or equivalent regulated industry2012-01-14 02:50:44United StatesC. R. BardPennsylvaniaNonePAWarrendale, PA25901192http://crbard.jobs/xml/25901192/jobUSAWarrendaleSr. Quality Inspector Industry Title /Category: Medical Devices/Quality Job ID: 2012-5418 Career Level: experienced Location/Division: Dymax Relocation: No Posted Date: 3/9/2012 Close Date: .. C. R. Bard, Inc. (NYSE: BCR)is a leading multinational developer, manufacturer and marketer of innovative, life-enhancing medical technologies in the fields of vascular, urology, oncology and surgical specialty products, employing over 11,000 people in over 25 countries around the world. Founded more than 100 years ago, we pioneered many devices that are now the cornerstones of modern healthcare. We expect the highest levels of quality, integrity, service, and innovation from our employees – on the job and in the communities in which we work and live. In return, we foster an environment where individuals are treated with fairness and respect, and feel valued, acknowledged and rewarded. Be Your Best at Bard – and ultimately, you can have an impact on the lives of people around the world. Apply for this position * Refer a friend to this job More information about this job: Summary of Position with General Responsibilities: Summary of Position with General Responsibilities: Under the general supervision of the Quality Manager, lead inspectors to perform electrical, mechanical, and visual inspections on finished goods, in-process products, and incoming raw materials used in the production of products according to documented test and inspection methods. Essential Job Functions: ? Coordinate all Quality Control activities to ensure that production plans and objectives are completed. Schedule priorities; assign inspection activities and coordinate with other departments to prioritize inspections as appropriate. ? Assist with resolving quality problems within inspection department, such as documentation or non-compliance issues ? Assist in organizing the Non-Conforming Material and Material Review Board processes. ? Perform QC Incoming, In-Process, First Article, and Final Inspections following written procedures ? Perform inspections utilizing automated and semi-automated optical inspection equipment and/or coordinate measurement machines (CMMs). ? Perform visual inspections utilizing microscopes, loupes, tappi charts, and surface finish standards ? Complete and file quality records including process travelers, inspection reports, and non-conforming material reports. ? Review completed process travelers for accuracy and completeness and perform product documentation final release reviews ? Provide cross training for all tasks in the Incoming Q.C. department; ensure that department/ employee training records are accurate and complete. ? Assist in the establishment, measure, tracking, and trending of quality metrics and objectives ? Assist in monitoring supplier quality. Perform data entry and generate monthly supplier reports. ? Assist in the development of QC Inspection Processes, procedures, documentation, and fixtures ? Maintain the Quality Control Inspection area in a neat and orderly manner ? The ability to work overtime Essential Job Functions: * Ensure calibrations and maintenance are performed on department equipment; determine new equipment requirements and needs. * Assist Engineering as required to perform process and product validation testing * Assist Engineering and Quality Assurance to perform component validation and characterization testing * Perform, or assist in performing Internal Audits of Quality Management System processes * Assist in reviewing Engineering Change Orders for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with requirements. * Assist in performing transfers of product inspection, test, and manufacturing processes from external organizations to Dymax * Assist in Failure Analysis and Complaint Investigations of non-conforming field returns * Support the Returned Material process and perform related product assessments and inspections * Other duties as required. Basic Qualifications: ? Duties require knowledge of inspection/sampling techniques and familiarity with ANSI/ASQ Z1.4 ? Strong familiarity with FDA QSR and ISO 13485 Quality System Requirements ? Knowledge of IPC 610 Standards PC Assembly Workmanship ? Knowledge of electronics assembly and test ? Knowledge of auditing to FDA QSR and ISO 13485 Quality System Requirements ? Detailed knowledge of mechanical and physical inspection techniques (calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, blueprint reading, CMM or optical comparator, burst test, seal strength, etc.) ? Good oral and written communication skills, Ability to communicate well with technical personnel ? Strong familiarity with computer applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word ? Demonstrated strong attention to detail and do it right the first time” attitude Additional Desirable Qualifications Skills and Knowledge: ASQ Certification Preferred Physical Demands: * Duties require basic knowledge of math and physics equivalent to completion of two years of college; 2 Year Associates degree in electronics preferred. * At least five years experience doing inspection within a FDA regulated environment. * 1-2 years experience in leading QC staff2012-01-14 02:50:26United StatesC. R. BardPennsylvaniaNonePAWarrendale, PA25901181http://crbard.jobs/xml/25901181/jobUSAWarrendaleCost Analyst Industry Title /Category: Operations/Finance Job ID: 2011-5219 Career Level: management Location/Division: Warrendale, PA/Dymax Relocation: No Posted Date: 10/4/2011 Close Date: .. C. R. Bard, Inc. (NYSE: BCR)is a leading multinational developer, manufacturer and marketer of innovative, life-enhancing medical technologies in the fields of vascular, urology, oncology and surgical specialty products, employing over 11,000 people in over 25 countries around the world. Founded more than 100 years ago, we pioneered many devices that are now the cornerstones of modern healthcare. We expect the highest levels of quality, integrity, service, and innovation from our employees – on the job and in the communities in which we work and live. In return, we foster an environment where individuals are treated with fairness and respect, and feel valued, acknowledged and rewarded. Be Your Best at Bard – and ultimately, you can have an impact on the lives of people around the world. Apply for this position * Refer a friend to this job More information about this job: Summary of Position with General Responsibilities: The Cost Analyst will support Plant operations by providing Plant variance reporting and forecasting, evaluating inventory management and standard costs and performing financial analysis for the Plant staff and Division management as required. On an regular basis, this role will be responsible for ensuring compliance to Sarbanes-Oxley requirements and Bard accounting policies. Essential Job Functions: * Oversee the monthly closing process by ensuring all entries are accurate, booked in a timely manner and performing variance analysis with explanation for management review. * Publish a monthly financial package, which summarizes the operating results of the Plant, inventory analysis, production activity and headcount details. * Perform analytical support to the Plant and Division including: capital analysis, cost improvement project analysis, product cost analysis and other analyses as required. * Develop a rolling 3-month variance forecast including manloading requirement. * Assist in the development of a Plant LBE. Report on Plant performance to LBE and use this as a baseline in the annual budget process. * Direct the development of an annual operating budget. This should include: analysis of material and labor standards, direct labor spending and labor utilization, indirect spending requirements and headcount summary, overhead application analysis, capital budgeting requirements, cost improvement goals, new product cost analysis. * Coordinate and report on the semi-annual physical inventory. * Participate as a member of the Plant staff by providing insight into the operating performance, develop the staff’s understanding of the financial results, provide financial analysis and objectively evaluate operating options/decisions. * Develop operating procedures/systems to improve financial and management reporting as required. * Ensure that all accounting activities follow generally accepted accounting principles, Bard accounting policies and are executed within the appropriate guidelines of internal control. * Ensure compliance with Sarbanes Oxley requirements. * Manage the facility’s Cost Improvement program (CIP) through coordination of activities with all relevant departments. * Assist plant staff to achieve plant goals. * Performs other related duties as required. Basic Qualifications: • Familiarity with budget development through past work experience. • Experience with developing variance forecasts. • Demonstrated ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment. • Proven ability to lead projects from conception through to implementation. • Willingness to relocate for future advancement within Bard Additional Desirable Qualifications Skills and Knowledge: * MBA and/or CPA/CMA preferred Education and/or Experience: * Minimum of 4 years’ experience with 2 years of cost accounting in a manufacturing environment * Bachelor's Degree required with a preferred degree in Business Administration , Accounting or Finance Physical Demands: * N/A Work Environment: * Primarily office based2011-10-04 18:50:10United StatesC. R. BardPennsylvaniaNonePAWarrendale, PA24032552http://crbard.jobs/xml/24032552/job