Process Development Intern
INTERNSHIP SCOPE
The PD Intern will be supporting the Process Development team with tasks related to product and process development, manufacturing, and quality systems. This internship offers real-world experience in a regulated medical devices environment.
EXPOSURE TO THE FOLLOWING RESPONSIBILITIES
- Process Development
- Design and optimize manufacturing processes for new or existing medical devices
- Document and validate equipment/process changes under ISO and FDA standards
- Use tools like DOE (Design of Experiments) or Six Sigma for process improvement
- Product Transfers
- Participate in transferring product lines from R&D or other plants to Costa Rica
- Support qualifications (IQ/OQ/PQ), fixture design, and pilot builds
- Continuous Improvement
- Analyze production metrics and identify efficiency opportunities
- Implement Lean Manufacturing or Kaizen initiatives in production lines
- Documentation & Validation
- Draft validation protocols and technical reports
- Assist in risk analysis (FMEA), control plans, and change control
Requirements
- Advanced university studies in either of these engineering fieds: Mechanical, Electrical, Electromechanical or Materials (current student)
- Strong interest in career development in medical devices industry
- Basic computer skills required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proactivity
- Intermediate-advanced English level
Benefits
- Transportation assistance
- Meal subsidies
- Training, and mentorship
- Paid internship