Commercial Finance Analyst

Continuous Improvement Analyst III

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Senior Quality & Reliability Engineer

Responsibilities: Strategy &amp; Business Partnership <ul><li>Provide financial market intelligence and strategic insights across the Americas region.</li><li>Partner with Sales and Pricing teams to align GTM strategy with financial targets, including:</li><li>Customer segmentation</li><li>Regional segmentation</li><li>Product and industry segmentation</li><li>Analyze macroeconomic and market trends impacting business performance.</li><li>Translate financial and operational data into actionable short-term and long-term recommendations.</li><li>Collaborate directly with Sales leaders to support GTM planning and customer engagement.</li><li>Support pricing strategy by analyzing pricing trends and evaluating price adjustments or erosion risks.</li><li>Partner with Operations to understand manufacturing and supply chain structures and align financial planning accordingly.</li></ul> Financial Planning &amp; Forecasting <ul><li>Support the Sales &amp; Operations Planning (S&amp;OP) financial process.</li><li>Align supply chain and operational assumptions with revenue forecasts.</li><li>Prepare and manage forecasts for:</li><li>Revenue and sales performance</li><li>Gross margin and cost of sales</li><li>Accounts receivable and cash flow</li><li>Participate in financial planning cycles, including:</li><li>Forecast commitments</li><li>Risk and opportunity assessments</li><li>Annual and multi-year business planning</li><li>Develop supporting forecasts such as GTM forecasts and plant financial forecasts.</li></ul> Financial Reporting &amp; Analysis <ul><li>Analyze financial results versus forecast and identify root causes of variances.</li><li>Provide weekly and monthly financial reports with performance insights.</li><li>Deliver financial analytics to support decision-making by Sales and business leadership.</li><li>Conduct customer profitability and business performance analysis.</li></ul> Financial Controls &amp; Accounts Receivable <ul><li>Manage and forecast sales adjustments, accruals, and liabilities.</li><li>Perform balance sheet reconciliations and ensure financial accuracy.</li><li>Forecast accounts receivable and support improvements in Days Sales Outstanding (DSO).</li><li>Act as liaison between business units and finance shared services for collections and AR management.</li></ul> Requirements: Required Qualifications <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.</li><li>3–7+ years of experience in commercial finance, FP&amp;A, or financial analysis.</li><li>Experience supporting Sales, Pricing, or Operations teams in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.</li><li>Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills.</li><li>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.</li><li>Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) preferred.</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills</li></ul>

Responsibilities: <ul><li>Facilitate, lead, or coach Kaizen and Kaizen events across the organization.</li><li>Work collaboratively with tool or element owners to implement Continuous Improvement tools.</li><li>Lead and audit Continuous Improvement tools.</li><li>Train teams in Continuous Improvement methodologies, tools, and transformation methods (e.g., 5S, TPM, Value Stream Mapping, VSM-D, CCF, 3P, Lean Manufacturing).</li><li>Facilitate and train teams for transformation Kaizen events in highly impactful areas or production cells.</li><li>Obtain internal certifications such as Novice, Apprentice, and Practitioner level in Continuous Improvement.</li><li>Provide coaching to Novice and Apprentice practitioners.</li><li>Train and coach teams on plant Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).</li><li>Report periodic progress on assigned tools, metrics, and initiatives.</li><li>Conduct capacity analysis and mentor production supervisors on managing line capacity.</li><li>Develop scenarios for capacity planning, including footprint analysis.</li><li>Apply advanced knowledge in line balancing and its implications for realistic planning (cross-training, validations, capacity planning, hiring requirements, etc.).</li></ul> Requirements: Knowledge &amp; Experience <ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.</li><li>3–5 years of experience in continuous improvement, cost savings, or productivity improvement roles.</li><li>Lean certification required.</li><li>Green Belt or Black Belt certification is desirable.</li><li>Experience in process improvement, Six Sigma, and product/process qualification and validation.</li><li>Bilingual (English/Spanish).</li></ul> Skills <ul><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.</li><li>Strong skills in Excel (Pivot Tables, Charts, Macros), PowerPoint, MS Project, AutoCAD (or similar), Minitab, and simulation software.</li><li>Knowledge of problem-solving techniques.</li><li>Basic competency in creating dashboards using Power BI.</li><li>Basic knowledge of Power Automate or similar tools.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure with strong communication and teamwork skills.</li><li>Experience influencing all organizational levels to support an Operational Excellence culture.</li></ul>

Responsibilities: <ul><li>Lead a dedicated team of engineers and technicians within the Projects or Manufacturing group.</li><li>Ensure that engineers are fully integrated into the overall project team and production support activities.</li><li>Plan and implement training and development programs for direct reports.</li><li>Complete process design and development projects by training and guiding technicians.</li><li>Provide coaching and mentorship to team members.</li><li>Establish engineering goals and objectives aligned with business plans.</li><li>Identify and implement effective, permanent technical and system solutions to problems.</li><li>Consistently meet customer requirements, performance expectations, and deadlines.</li><li>Prepare product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.</li><li>Champion compliance with internal systems and processes.</li><li>Identify and develop improvements to enhance Service, Delivery, Quality, and Cost metrics using Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.</li><li>Research advanced process technologies and evaluate potential competitive advantages and cost benefits.</li><li>Lead or guide a portfolio of engineering projects in collaboration with cross-functional teams (e.g., NPI, quality engineering, design assurance, R&amp;D).</li><li>Collaborate with teams to plan, coordinate, and implement activities supporting the successful launch of new products, including make/buy analysis, new process introduction, and more.</li><li>Develop or modify manufacturing processes by studying product requirements and designing, modifying, or testing manufacturing methods and equipment.</li><li>Maintain professional and technical knowledge through workshops, publications, networking, and participation in professional societies.</li><li>Manage external relationships with key technology suppliers.</li><li>Oversee workload distribution among engineers and technicians to meet operational and business priorities.</li></ul>&nbsp;Requirements: Education &amp; Experience <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in an Engineering field with 5–10 years of experience in a demanding high-volume production environment or a high-mix, low-volume environment.</li><li>Experience in medical devices or similar regulated manufacturing and quality systems is essential.</li><li>Proficiency with CAD tools; SolidWorks preferred.</li><li>Experience using Minitab, MS Project, and advanced Excel.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to lead a production-focused team, drive technical problem solving, and manage line setup including equipment acquisition and process development.</li><li>Working knowledge of Lean and/or Six Sigma engineering principles with proven results.</li><li>Statistical knowledge, including data analysis and statistical software (JMP, Minitab, etc.).</li><li>Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred.</li><li>Excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills.</li><li>Self-motivated with strong decision-making abilities.</li><li>Willingness to work independently and to take on an international assignment of up to 3 months.</li><li>Fluent in English (written and verbal), &gt;80% proficiency.</li></ul>

Responsibilities: Quality System &amp; Compliance <ul><li>Develop and implement quality and reliability processes to support NPI.</li><li>Lead the development and scaling of the site Quality Management System (QMS).</li><li>Ensure QMS elements (management reviews, internal audits, supplier management) comply with global standards.</li><li>Act as Lead Auditor for internal audits and ensure compliance with ISO 13485 and FDA QSR.</li><li>Support external audits, including preparation, mock audits, and corrective actions.</li><li>Review and approve ECOs, DCOs, training matrices, and other NPI documentation.</li><li>Maintain updated quality policies and procedures aligned with evolving standards.</li></ul> NPI Planning &amp; Execution <ul><li>Represent Quality in customer meetings and business reviews.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, PMO, and supply chain.</li><li>Support implementation of electronic quality systems for improved traceability and documentation.</li><li>Evaluate product development objectives to identify quality improvement opportunities.</li><li>Create, review, and maintain quality system documents specific to NPI.</li><li>Calculate and present NPI quality KPIs.</li></ul> Continuous Improvement &amp; Problem Solving <ul><li>Lead or support quality system improvement projects.</li><li>Use statistical and scientific methods to analyze data and drive improvements.</li><li>Provide expertise in CAPA, root cause analysis, and reliability engineering tools.</li><li>Facilitate cross-functional improvement teams focused on NPI processes.</li></ul> Training &amp; Leadership <ul><li>Conduct training in GDP, GMP, CAPA, and compliance topics.</li><li>Oversee CAPA investigations to ensure true root cause identification and effective corrective actions.</li><li>Supervise and mentor Quality Engineers supporting NPI initiatives.</li></ul> Requirements: Required Skills &amp; Competencies Core Competencies <ul><li>Strong technical learning ability</li><li>Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking</li><li>High ethical standards and integrity</li><li>Action-oriented and self-driven</li></ul> Job-Specific Skills <ul><li>Knowledge of NCMRs, CARs, CAPA, customer complaints, RMA metrics, DPPM, and DLPM</li><li>Strong technical "hands-on" skills</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities</li><li>Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Strong prioritization and organizational skills</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio)</li><li>Advanced technical report writing skills</li><li>Strong understanding of ISO 13485 and FDA QSR</li><li>Bilingual English (Advanced) / Spanish preferred</li><li>Willingness to travel up to 20% (based in Costa Rica)</li></ul> Experience &amp; Education <ul><li>Experience: 5+ years of Quality leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in multinational settings and NPI roles.</li><li>Education: Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or engineering discipline.</li><li>Certifications: CQE/CSSBB certification preferred.</li></ul>

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