Job Description:

Company Overview:Avails Medical, Inc. is a well-funded medical device start-up, based in Menlo Park, California. At Avails we are developing a novel electrical point-of-care bio-sensor platform for rapid infectious disease detection.Position Overview:We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to join our team, focusing on the manufacturability, serviceability, and production of Class II In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) Sepsis workflow products. This pivotal role will focus on developing failsafed manufacturing processes and building systems to ensure that high quality products can be delivered on time, and at the right cost, to our customers.  The role involves early involvement in the design process, directly interfacing with our manufacturing partners, overseeing the manufacturing process to ensure optimal yield and efficiency, leading cost reduction initiatives, and facilitating the transfer of new product designs from development to production. The successful candidate will be hands-on, methodical, and organized with great attention to detail. This person should demonstrate a deep understanding of FDA regulations, specifically for Class II IVD products, and will be proficient in ISO 13485 standards for medical devices.Key Responsibilities:Serve as primary engineering contact for manufacturing partners, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration on Class II IVD product manufacturingChampion the development of failsafed manufacturing processes and best process validationmonitoring practices at our manufacturing partnersMonitor, analyze, and report on manufacturing yield and operational status, focusing on adherence to regulatory requirements and quality standardsLead projects aimed at reducing costs while maintaining compliance with the quality systemEnsure manufacturability and serviceability of new product designs, aligning with cost, quality, and regulatory compliance objectivesManage the design transfer process for new products, emphasizing efficiency and regulatory compliance from development through productionDevelop process verification and validation testing plans, protocols, and reportsLead process FMEAFMECA risk management activities for Avails' productsDevelop, implement, and maintain comprehensive documentation of manufacturing processes and standards in compliance with ISO 13485 and FDA regulationsPerform root cause analysis for manufacturing issues, developing solutions that comply with regulatory standards and enhance product qualityRemain current on regulatory guidelines and standards, incorporating best practices into manufacturing processes and product designMentor team members on design for manufacturability, manufacturing efficiency, and continuous improvement practicesWork with Quality Engineering to select and audit key suppliersApply statistical methods to the testing of products and processes, and implement SPC as necessaryOwn and manage all supply chain effortsQualifications:Bachelor's or Master's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field, with specific training in medical device manufacturing preferredMinimum of 10 years of experience in manufacturing engineering within the medical device, medtech, or biotech industry, with a focus on Class II IVD software-controlled electro-mechanical instruments and high volume medical disposableconsumable products, preferably spanning at least 3 different companiesproduct linesDemonstrated knowledge of FDA regulations for Class II IVD products and proficiency in ISO 13485 medical devices quality management systemsProven track record of managing cost reduction and process optimization projects in compliance with regulatory standardsExcellent communication skills, capable of working effectively with cross-functional teams and external manufacturing partnersExperience with CAD software, ERP systems, and statistical analysis tools with an emphasis on applying statistical methods to testing and process controlNote:  This position is required to spend a majority of each week on site at our Menlo Park, CA facility and also travel up to an average of 25% of the time to visit our contract manufacturers and suppliers.