Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Supplier & Molding Projects
Location: Groningen, Netherlands
1 year| Full-time | On-site
About the Client
Our client is a global leader in the medical technology industry, known for delivering high-quality, life-saving products worldwide. With a strong focus on innovation, quality, and sustainability, they operate advanced manufacturing and supply chain operations across multiple continents. Their Groningen site plays a key role in raw material and component supply for critical medical devices.
About the Position
We are looking for a Senior Supplier Engineer with deep expertise in plastic injection molding to lead supplier-related engineering activities. This role will focus on driving performance, quality, and innovation in the raw material supply chain. You’ll work closely with global suppliers, internal teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to manage complex technical projects from concept to execution.
Responsibilities
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Lead technical projects related to supplier performance, quality improvements, and new product introduction (NPI)
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Serve as a subject matter expert for injection molding, tooling design, and part validation
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Manage cross-functional teams and timelines across global locations
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Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective actions with suppliers
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Collaborate with Procurement, R&D, Quality, and Operations to ensure supply continuity
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Support lifecycle changes and design updates to molded components
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Maintain project documentation, budgets, and compliance standards
Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field
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5+ years of experience in supplier, process, or manufacturing engineering
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Strong expertise in plastic injection molding, tooling, and mold design
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Experience with GD&T, metrology, validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), and Six Sigma/Lean tools
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Solid understanding of quality systems and regulatory environments (medical or similar)
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Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
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Fluent in English; Dutch is a plus
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Willingness to travel (up to 15%)
Interested in learning more? Apply now or contact me directly at : e.spinthakis@sire-search.com
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Location: Groningen, Groningen
Sector: Medical Devices
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