Catalyst Recruiting Group

EH&S Manager

greg — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 20:03:44 +0000

Charleston,SC-The Catalyst Recruiting Group www.catgroupinc.com is working with a growing aerospace/aeronautics client to identify an Environmental Health and Safety Manager . Experience should include support of overall environmental issues such as: air and water permitting and regulations, implementation and modification of compliance programs, overseeing vendor selection and cost analysis for waste disposal/management, knowledge of local, state, and/or federal requirements. Additionally, candidates should have a working knowledge/experience of manufacturing and maintenance operations, as the EHS Leader will at times stand in as Plant Manager (during that person’s absence). This is a highly visible position within the organization. This role will have dual responsibilities at times over EH&S and operations.

ABSOLUTELY REQUIRED: Completed 4 year degree. Operations/Manufacturing leadership experience. Recent experience in the aeronautical industry. OSHA 40 hour cert.

Our client offers an outstanding career path, regional relocation and outstanding benefits.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

NOTE: We will not personally respond to each candidate that applies for the positions we are representing. However, we do review and screen each resume thoroughly and might follow up with further questions if we have them. All resumes are categorized for content/skill sets and kept in our confidential database for future searches.

Senior Software Developer-Embedded Medical Devices

greg — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 18:40:39 +0000

Denver, CO-The Catalyst Group www.catgroupinc.com is working with a fast growing client to identify a Software Engineer for a newly developed position. This role design, develope, and test object-oriented C++ software while participating in the decision making for the design and implementation of solutions. This position will be responsible for full lifecycle software development creating code that meets design specifications, follows internal standards, and is easy to maintain. This position will also Estimate scope-of-work, and set/develop/track schedules.

ABSOLUTELY REQUIRED: - BS Computer Science or Computer Engineering (or equivilant) At least 4 years of relevant experience. Extensive experience in object-oriented and structured design using C/C+. Analytical and debugging skills to troubleshoot complex issues. Strong understanding of embedded systems and hardware/software interaction. Experience as an architect or technical lead on large project a strong plus. Electrical engineering and understanding of common scripting languages is a plus

Our client offers an limited relocation policy, strong salary/bonus and excellent benefits program. There will be no sponsorship for this position.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

Tissue Scientist-R&D

greg — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 18:38:16 +0000

Boulder, CO-The Catalyst Recruiting Group www.catgroupinc.com is working with growing medical device manufacturer in the Greater Boulder area who is growing their R&D group. They are looking for an Engineer / Scientist for a hands-on pre-clinical / clinical laboratory role. This individual will be conducting bench work (NOT DEVICE DESIGN) to support the development of electrosurgical devices and RF treatment systems. A large emphasis is placed on the Engineer’s experience with tissue and energy interaction, and the thrust of the position will focus on the design and execution of statistically-based protocol testing.

Required: Bachelors Degree (NO EXCEPTIONS) and 4-6 years; Masters Degree and 2-3 years; PhD and 1 year of experience (this experience should be outside of the standard academic research done in pursuit of a degree although internships can be included in the total) in biological / medical setting with a focus on tissue and energy interaction (NOTE: DIRECT TISSUE / ENERGY EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED). Energetic, independent worker who can also be a member of a tightly-knit team and who isn’t afraid to get his/her “hands dirty.” Use of LabVIEW or MatLab and comfort with using statistical methodology in planning, conducting, and evaluating experiments with strong record keeping skills.

Highly Desired: Master’s Degree and/or PhD in Biomedical or Electrical Engineering (or related field); ambition and pursuit of professional development.

They offer an attractive base salary annual bonuses, outstanding benefits, and full relocation as well as unlimited growth potential.

TO APPLY, after confirming that you meet the qualifications listed above, please send an email referencing this position title and location to tonya@catgroupinc.com with your resume and a) your current base salary or recent salary history, b) your target range (using your current cost of living) narrowed to about $20K. If not a US citizen or Green Card holder, please also define your current US employment eligibility and visa status (assistance for US residents is a possibility). None of this information will be released without your permission, and you should know that your target range doesn’t exclude you from consideration for positions above and below that range; it just helps us prioritize your application for ‘best fit’ positions.

To apply for this position, please e-mail resume and most current salary information to tonya@catgroupinc.com

Tonya Creamer
tonya@catgroupinc.com
803-622-5581
320-205-2266 (fax)
www.linkedin.com/in/tonyacreamer

Manufacturing Purchasing Agent

greg — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 18:35:01 +0000

Daytona, FL-The Catalyst Group www.catgroupinc.com is working with a growing, high volume manufacturing client in Central Florida to identify a buyer for a 5 person materials management group. This position works directly all functions within the the supply chain while focusing on vendor relations and cost savings through process improvement. This is a highly visible role within this facility.

REQUIREDBachelor’s degree-no exceptions (corporate policy). Recent quantifiable experience in a purchasing role within a high volume manufacturing environment. Desired: APICS Cert.

Our client offers an limited relocation policy for regional candiates, strong salary/bonus and excellent benefits program. There will be no sponsorship for this position.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

Quality Assurance Specialist-Medical

greg — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 18:33:32 +0000

Daytona, CO-The Catalyst Recruiting Group www.catgroupinc.com is working with a growing, high volume manufacturing client in Central Florida to identify a quality engineer (2-4 years experience) or a Sr. Quality Engineer (5-10 years experience) . This position works directly with quality engineering group working with systems and processes related to the quality lab. . Also key for this role are internal audits, supplier audits, CAPA system, environmental monitoring, and OEM customer support

REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree Engineering preferred. 2+ years in experience in a high volume, regulated environment with a preference towards medical products. Pharmaceutical or food is not applicable.

They offer an attractive base salary, annual bonuses, outstanding benefits, and relocation assistance as well as unlimited growth potential.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

Manager QA Sterilization

greg — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 18:26:05 +0000

Atlanta, GA-The Catalyst Recruiting Group www.catgroupinc.com is looking for a Quality Manager with a strong operational background for a medical device division of a $2B corporation outside of Atlanta, GA. This is a Corporate position with responsibility for 6 direct reports and the CAPA, process improvement, and product release projects for their regional sterilization activities. Other duties include managing the bioburden program, coordination of sterilization validation activities, documentation review, and participation in regulatory agency, supplier, and contract service audits. An emphasis will also be placed on the candidate’s experience with Quality Assurance for new or modified product adoption, failure investigation, SOP revision and development, and Hazmat environments. This would be the perfect position for an up and coming high-energy line supervisor who has the drive to climb within an organization coupled with a strong team-centered, friendly rapport.

REQUIRED: BS degree in a related field of study, 5+ years of experience including 3+ with direct management/supervisory responsibilities in the medical device industry. Team-building success in a change agent role and positive track-record in ensuring compliance to EN, ISO, AAMI standards as well as FDA, OSHA, EPA requirements in a sterilization processing environment (preference given to candidates with Gamma, E-Beam, or EO experience). An intuitive understanding of how the influence of packaging, manufacturing processes and environmental regulations affect the validation and sterilization process. Expert technical writing and presentation skills, self-motivated personality, critical decision making ability.

Our client offers outstanding compensation, a 25% annual bonus, and other very strong benefits. They prefer local candidates but would consider relocating a ‘superstar’ who exceeds all of required qualifications above.

If you would like to be considered for this and related positions, email tonya@catgroupinc.com with 1) a Word version of your resume, 2) your recent salary history and 3) your target salary for your next position. All your information will be kept confidential and will allow our team to better understand the level and direction of your search. Under no circumstances will we submit your resume without your approval. None of this information will be released without your permission, and you should know that your target range doesn’t exclude you from consideration for positions above and below that range; it just helps us prioritize your application for ‘best fit’ positions.

Tonya Creamer
tonya@catgroupinc.com
803-622-5581
http://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyacreamer

Medical Device Senior Program Manager

greg — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 15:40:25 +0000

Atlanta, GA-The Catalyst Group www.catgroupinc.com is targeting a HIGH ENERGY Program Manager for a large $60M+ product platform within a growing global division of a $2.45B medical device corporation located outside of Atlanta, GA to fill a newly created position. This manager will lead diverse and innovative R&D programs from concept through the commercial phase with an emphasis placed on the candidate’s ability to serve as the technical expert and provide support for all development activities including front-end (KOL / BD) functions. Despite being a hands-on management role with direct reports (2+) and indirect reports (5-10), this is also a very hands-on Engineering role, so recent experience should include design.

REQUIRED: BS Engineering (Mechanical preferred); 8+ years of R&D Engineering experience with 3-5 years of leadership experience including a minimum of 3 in major FDA-regulated programs with definitive market success through commercialization. Ability to learn quickly and manage unknowns. Extremely solid FRONT-END R&D Engineering skills and knowledge of FDA Design Control. Business Development participation and entrepreneurial mindset. Technical background must include working with plastics (injection molded, extrusion) as well as nitinol and stainless materials with and without coatings; Solidworks, Microsoft Project.

Preferred Qualifications: MBA, Medical Device experience that includes a variety of product lines including urological health devices for drainage and kidney stone removal, etc.

Our client offers outstanding compensation, full relocation and a strong benefits package.

Tonya Creamer
tonya@catgroupinc.com
803-622-5581
http://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyacreamer

Sr. Program Manager-Med. Device

greg — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 15:39:05 +0000

Denver, CO-The Catalyst Group www.catgroupinc.com is working with a small medical device contract design and manufacturing firm located near Denver, CO. They are seeking a seasoned Senior Program Manager to play a pivotal role in driving complex electro-mechanical product development projects through transfer to production. The successful candidate will lead teams of 10+ electrical, software, mechanical and disposable engineers and technicians while maintaining cost, client and team control in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

REQUIRED: Bachelors Degree in an Engineering discipline (preferably Mechanical, Electrical or Software), well-experienced with cross-functional R&D engineering management, Program Management experience (timeline, project flow, documentation, etc.) with a MINIMUM of 2-3 recent class II Medical Devices including Design Control leadership through all stages of development including transfer to manufacturing, ‘hot shot’ technical engineering expertise with electro-mechanical devices, diversity of experience (corporate/start-up, materials, processes, products, etc.), exceptional professional presence in written and personal communication;

Our client offers a very competitive salary, benefits, and relocation assistance as well as a fast-paced, work environment with exposure to diverse products and technology.

TO APPLY If you would like to be considered for this and related positions, kindly email tonya@catgroupinc.com referencing this position title and location with your resume and a) your current base salary or recent salary history, b) your target range (using your current cost of living) narrowed to about $20K. None of this information will be released without your permission, and you should know that your target range doesn’t exclude you from consideration for positions above and below that range; it just helps us prioritize your application for ‘best fit’ positions.

Tonya Creamer
tonya@catgroupinc.com
803-622-5581
http://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyacreamer

Plant Safety Specialist

greg — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 15:37:50 +0000

Daytona, Fla-The Catalyst Recruiting Group www.catgroupinc.com is working with a growing 6/B yr medical products client in central Florida to identify a Safety Specialist. This recently vacated role will be focused on all aspects of occupational safety for this 500 person manufacturing facility. There will be no environmental responsibilities for this role. This will be an autonomous role requiring execution of everything from paperwork/documentation to plant wide safety roll-outs. The thrust of this position will be driving ownership of safety to the entire plant.

ABSOLUTELY REQUIRED: Completed 4 year degree. Current experience in high speed manufacturing with a preference towards an FDA regulated industry and GMP’s. OSHA 40 hour cert.

Our client offers an outstanding career path, regional relocation and outstanding benefits.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

Marketing Product Manager-Upstream

greg — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 15:36:26 +0000

Atlanta, GA- The Catalyst Recruiting Group www.catgroupinc.com is representing a strong, rapidly growing medical device company. The Product Manager will have P&L responsibility for an expanding urological product line and will develop and execute the strategic and tactical upstream marketing functions of that line. An emphasis will be placed on the candidate’s ability to participate interactively with Sales as well as with KOL’s to direct line extensions and new product launch. Duties will include analysis, defining a marketing plan, monitoring competition, proposing new products and extensions, forecasting, representing VOC, pricing strategies, communications planning, multiple-year sales planning, etc.

REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing (or similar). 5+ years marketing or marketing/sales hybrid experience with upstream functions within the Medical Devices industry. Proven Project Leadership experience with developing and launching new products and marketing plans; high energy team player with mature, professional communicative style and strong data-driven decision-making ability.

Tonya Creamer
tonya@catgroupinc.com
803-622-5581
http://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyacreamer

Group Leader R&D-Tissue

greg — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 15:33:11 +0000

Boulder, CO- Catalyst Recruiting Group www.catgroupinc.com is seeking an R&D Tissue Manager for a growing medical device manufacturer in the Greater Boulder area who is expanding and stratifying their R&D group. They are looking for a Tissue Research Manager to direct 2-4 R&D Engineers in bench work to support the development of electrosurgical devices and RF treatment systems. This R&D Group Leader will give technical guidance in designing, conducting and analyzing statistically-based experiments in tissue and energy interaction for protocol design testing. This individual will also need to provide mentorship in project-based cross-functional product development.

Required: Bachelors Degree (preferably Engineering). Statistical DOE Research experience with LabVIEW or MatLab and strong command of statistical methodology to plan, conduct, and evaluate experiments; 4+ years in a biological / medical setting with a focus on tissue / energy interaction (electrical, RF, ultrasound, etc.) 2+ years of direct supervisory responsibilities with scientists/engineers, etc. including career guidance, 2+ years of participation in cross-functional product development projects. Desire to be a leader a tightly-knit team and management aspirations but also happy to get his/her “hands dirty.”

Highly Desired: Graduate degree in Biomedical or Electrical Engineering (or related field); ambition and pursuit of professional development; corporate R&D experience, specialization in experimentation to support research, product and/or technology development. PMP certification.

They offer an attractive base salary annual bonuses, outstanding benefits, and full relocation as well as unlimited growth potential.

To apply for this position, please e-mail resume and most current salary information to tonya@catgroupinc.com

Tonya Creamer
tonya@catgroupinc.com
803-622-5581
320-205-2266 (fax)
www.linkedin.com/in/tonyacreamer

Senior Safety Specialist-Operations/Manufacturing

greg — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:17:34 +0000

ABSOLUTELY REQUIRED: Completed 4 year degree. Current experience in high speed manufacturing with a preference towards an FDA regulated industry and GMP’s. OSHA 40 hour cert.

Our client offers an outstanding career path, regional relocation and outstanding benefits.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

Sr. Medical Device Program Manger

greg — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 19:08:58 +0000

The Catalyst Group www.catgroupinc.com is working with a small medical device contract design and manufacturing firm located near Denver, CO. They are seeking a seasoned Senior Program Manager to play a pivotal role in driving complex electro-mechanical product development projects through transfer to production. The successful candidate will lead teams of 10+ electrical, software, mechanical and disposable engineers and technicians while maintaining cost, client and team control in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Our client offers a very competitive salary, benefits, and relocation assistance as well as a fast-paced, work environment with exposure to diverse products and technology.

Tonya Creamer
tonya@catgroupinc.com
803-622-5581
http://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyacreamer

Sr. Program Manager R&D-Medical Device

greg — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 16:00:41 +0000

The Catalyst Group www.catgroupinc.com is targeting a HIGH ENERGY Program Manager for a large $60M+ product platform within a growing global division of a $2.45B medical device corporation located outside of Atlanta, GA to fill a newly created position. This manager will lead diverse and innovative R&D programs from concept through the commercial phase with an emphasis placed on the candidate’s ability to serve as the technical expert and provide support for all development activities including front-end (KOL / BD) functions. Despite being a hands-on management role with direct reports (2+) and indirect reports (5-10), this is also a very hands-on Engineering role, so recent experience should include design.

Preferred Qualifications: MBA, Medical Device experience that includes a variety of product lines including urological health devices for drainage and kidney stone removal, etc.

Our client offers outstanding compensation, full relocation and a strong benefits package.

Tonya Creamer
tonya@catgroupinc.com
803-622-5581
http://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyacreamer

Quality Assurance Manager Sterilization / Medical Devices

greg — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 22:20:41 +0000

The Catalyst Recruiting Group www.catgroupinc.com is looking for a Quality Manager with a strong operational background for a medical device division of a $2B corporation outside of Atlanta, GA. This is a Corporate position with responsibility for 6 direct reports and the CAPA, process improvement, and product release projects for their regional sterilization activities. Other duties include managing the bioburden program, coordination of sterilization validation activities, documentation review, and participation in regulatory agency, supplier, and contract service audits. An emphasis will also be placed on the candidate’s experience with Quality Assurance for new or modified product adoption, failure investigation, SOP revision and development, and Hazmat environments. This would be the perfect position for an up and coming high-energy line supervisor who has the drive to climb within an organization coupled with a strong team-centered, friendly rapport.

Tonya Creamer
tonya@catgroupinc.com
803-622-5581
http://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyacreamer

Director Software Engineering-Embedded

greg — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 21:38:59 +0000

The Catalyst Group www.catgroupinc.com is working with a strong and steadily growing medical device client to identify and evaluate a Director of Software/Firmware Engineering. This Director will manage a group of 20 software and firmware engineers responsible for complex, integrated Medical Device system development as well as hold responsibility for strategic direction, recommending or creating a progressive vision for his or her group.

ABSOLUTELY REQUIRED: - Engineering degree (highly preferred: BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering) (or aerospace) experience with embedded software development (including an in depth understanding of the EE domain, embedded systems, and circuit design issues) with attention to process needs and full lifecycle; strong functional expertise in Object Oriented design methodologies; and 6+ years of direct management responsibilities for R&D software and firmware (using Verilog) engineers.

Highly Desired: Advanced degrees in Electrical, Computer or Software Engineering; Verilog for verification and simulation; collaborative leadership style.

Our client offers an outstanding relocation policy, strong salary/bonus and excellent benefits program.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

Upstream Product Manager

greg — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:02:34 +0000

Tonya Creamer
tonya@catgroupinc.com
803-622-5581
http://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyacreamer

Director of Information Systems

greg — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:42:05 +0000

The Catalyst Group www.catgroupinc.com is working with a fast growing client to identify a Director of Information Systems. The Director of Information Systems is the conduit between this growing division and corporate stakeholders. This is an executive position within this division with responsibilities to the senior management team. This role will balance divisional systems with corporate and operational systems. This newly created role role will have 20 direct/indirect reports and will require strong functional management along with execution of major projects while establishing operational metrics for system support.

ABSOLUTELY REQUIRED: - Masters Degree in Business or IS related field. 15 years progressive experience with information systems with a thrust towards sales and marketing systems. Implementation of CRM tools, intranet/internet solutions, data mining and data warehousing. Budgetary responsibilties of 1mm+. Large scale project management.

Our client offers an outstanding relocation policy, strong salary/bonus and excellent benefits program.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

Medical Device Quality Engineer

greg — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:35:36 +0000

They offer an attractive base salary, annual bonuses, outstanding benefits, and relocation assistance as well as unlimited growth potential.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

Sr. Manufacturing Buyer

greg — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:08:27 +0000

REQUIREDBachelor’s degree-no exceptions (corporate policy). Recent quantifiable experience in a purchasing role within a high volume manufacturing environment. Desired: APICS Cert.

Our client offers an limited relocation policy for regional candiates, strong salary/bonus and excellent benefits program. There will be no sponsorship for this position.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

R&D Tissue Scientist/Sr. Tissue Scientist

greg — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:07:26 +0000

Highly Desired: Master’s Degree and/or PhD in Biomedical or Electrical Engineering (or related field); ambition and pursuit of professional development.

They offer an attractive base salary annual bonuses, outstanding benefits, and full relocation as well as unlimited growth potential.

To apply for this position, please e-mail resume and most current salary information to tonya@catgroupinc.com

Tonya Creamer
tonya@catgroupinc.com
803-622-5581
320-205-2266 (fax)
www.linkedin.com/in/tonyacreamer

Embedded Software Engineer-Sr/Principal

greg — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:44:53 +0000

Our client offers an limited relocation policy, strong salary/bonus and excellent benefits program. There will be no sponsorship for this position.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

Manager R&D-Tissue

greg — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:43:54 +0000

Our client is a growing medical device manufacturer in the Greater Boulder area who is expanding and stratifying their R&D group. They are looking for a Tissue Research Manager to direct 2-4 R&D Engineers in bench work to support the development of electrosurgical devices and RF treatment systems. This R&D Group Leader will give technical guidance in designing, conducting and analyzing statistically-based experiments in tissue and energy interaction for protocol design testing. This individual will also need to provide mentorship in project-based cross-functional product development.

They offer an attractive base salary annual bonuses, outstanding benefits, and full relocation as well as unlimited growth potential.

To apply for this position, please e-mail resume and most current salary information to tonya@catgroupinc.com

Tonya Creamer
tonya@catgroupinc.com
803-622-5581
320-205-2266 (fax)
www.linkedin.com/in/tonyacreamer

Medical Device Operations Manager-Manufacturing

greg — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:41:10 +0000

The Catalyst Group www.catgroupinc.com is working with a fast growing, high volume manufacturing client to identify an Operations Manager for a newly vacated (transfered/promoted) role. This position will be responsible direct reports in manufacturing, planning and engineering while having an overall responsibility of 200 salaried and hourly. Aside from the functional management responsibilities, this role will be focused on cost savings, continuous improvement and resource allocation in a high volume, commodity driven environment.

ABSOLUTELY REQUIRED: 4 year degree. Progressive responsibility in high volume manufacturing. Lean Manufacturing of some flavor. Medical Device. The ideal candidate will have ISO 13485 standards along with GMP’s.

Our client offers an outstanding relocation policy, strong salary/bonus and excellent benefits program.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

R&D Systems Engineering Manager-Med Device

greg — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:39:35 +0000

Our client is a growing medical device manufacturer in the Greater Boulder area who is looking for an R&D Manager to drive the product development process, with a focus on technical hardware development for complex medical device systems. This position will take ownership of communicating the VOC to the Program Manager and ensuring connection between the final technical specifications and the customer needs from design through manufacturing. An emphasis will be placed on the candidate’s ability to manage 5-6 direct EE reports in addition to cross-functional project teams of 15-50.

REQUIRED: There are a few requirements, of course: BSEE, 8+ years of extensive Technical R&D Management/Project-Program Management experience including direct supervisory responsibilities throughout the entire product development process. Specific product experience should include complex electrical and/or RF device systems. Strong cross-functional interaction with Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Purchasing, etc. on protocols, change documents, procedures, verification and validation. Successful experience in obtaining and communicating VOC to team and ensuring technical correlation between that voice and the product specifications. Enthusiastic personality, extremely attentive to detail, flexible and comfortable working with others in a creatively passionate environment.

Highly Desired: would be a MSEE, MEDICAL DEVICE background (preferred– not required) ; ambition and pursuit of professional development; strong technical documentation skills; background in preparation and execution of project schedules/budgets; strong written and oral communication skills (documentation, reports, presentations, etc.).

They offer a variety of tracks for career advancement as well as full relocation including assistance with home sale, a very attractive base salary and strong bonus along with outstanding benefits.

If you would like to be considered for this and related positions, kindly email tonya@catgroupinc.com referencing this position title and location with your resume and a) your current base salary or recent salary history, b) your target range (using your current cost of living) narrowed to about $20K. None of this information will be released without your permission, and you should know that your target range doesn’t exclude you from consideration for positions above and below that range; it just helps us prioritize your application for ‘best fit’ positions.

Tonya Creamer
tonya@catgroupinc.com
803-622-5581
http://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyacreamer

Sr. Manufacturing Safety Specialist

greg — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:36:03 +0000

The Catalyst Recruiting Group www.catgroupinc.com is working with a growing 6/B yr medical products client in central Florida to identify a Safety Specialist. This recently vacated role will be focused on all aspects of occupational safety for this 500 person manufacturing facility. There will be no environmental responsibilities for this role. This will be an autonomous role requiring execution of everything from paperwork/documentation to plant wide safety roll-outs. The thrust of this position will be driving ownership of safety to the entire plant.

ABSOLUTELY REQUIRED: Completed 4 year degree. Current experience in high speed manufacturing with a preference towards an FDA regulated industry and GMP’s. OSHA 40 hour cert.

Our client offers an outstanding career path, regional relocation and outstanding benefits.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

Package Engineering Manager

greg — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:32:59 +0000

The Catalyst Group www.catgroupinc.com working with a 7 Billion/year, 11,000 person medical device company located in the Atlanta Georgia area. They have engaged our services to identify a Packaging Test Manager that will have responsibilities for all package testing and eventual development for this organization. The manager will work with packaging suppliers and potential new packaging and while taking ownership of material qualification, closure integrity and adherence regulations set by the FDA, ISO etc. This role will also be critical in development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures for design development, material selection, and design control while directing the evaluation, development and implementation of global packaging systems. The packaging invovled will include primary, secondary container closures, including labeling inks/adhesives, specifications. This role will administer the packaging development lab by way of capability enhancement, staff development, allocation of resources, planning and budgeting while working with Marketing, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, Operations and Clinical Affairs.

REQUIREDBS Package Engineering. Full packaging development from package and materials selection, through criteria evaluation, validation, and implementation. Working knowledge of Design Of Experiments (DOE) and Failure Modes and Effect Analysis (FMEA) analytical tool. Packaging automation and manufacturing to include FFS, plastic molding, and assembly processes such as RF and heat welding. Experience in container closure systems as well as related filing systems for sterile and aseptic processes. Understanding of GMP, ISO, FDA, ISTA, ASTM and other regulatory issues relating to medical device packaging

Our client offers an outstanding career path, relocation, great benefits and dedicated culture focused on one thing-growth. They have recently obtained double digit growth (09 aside) and are on task to continue this.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

Sr. Safety Specialist

greg — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:50:54 +0000

ABSOLUTELY REQUIRED: Completed 4 year degree. Current experience in high speed manufacturing with a preference towards an FDA regulated industry and GMP’s. OSHA 40 hour cert.

Our client offers an outstanding career path, regional relocation and outstanding benefits.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

Operations Manager-High Volume Plastics

greg — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:38:45 +0000

Our client offers an outstanding relocation policy, strong salary/bonus and excellent benefits program.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

Systems R&D Manager-Med Device

greg — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:35:07 +0000

They offer a variety of tracks for career advancement as well as full relocation including assistance with home sale, a very attractive base salary and strong bonus along with outstanding benefits.

Tonya Creamer
tonya@catgroupinc.com
803-622-5581
http://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyacreamer

Tissue R&D Manager

greg — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:33:31 +0000

They offer an attractive base salary annual bonuses, outstanding benefits, and full relocation as well as unlimited growth potential.

To apply for this position, please e-mail resume and most current salary information to tonya@catgroupinc.com

Tonya Creamer
tonya@catgroupinc.com
803-622-5581
320-205-2266 (fax)
www.linkedin.com/in/tonyacreamer

Sr. Embedded Software Engineer

greg — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:32:35 +0000

The Catalyst Group www.catgroupinc.com is working with a fast growing client to identify a Software Engineer for a newly developed position. This role design, develope, and test object-oriented C++ software while participating in the decision making for the design and implementation of solutions. This position will be responsible for full lifecycle software development creating code that meets design specifications, follows internal standards, and is easy to maintain. This position will also Estimate scope-of-work, and set/develop/track schedules.

Our client offers an limited relocation policy, strong salary/bonus and excellent benefits program. There will be no sponsorship for this position.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

Tissue Scientist/Sr. Tissue Scientist

greg — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:26:18 +0000

Our client is a growing medical device manufacturer in the Greater Boulder area who is growing their R&D group. They are looking for an Engineer / Scientist for a hands-on pre-clinical / clinical laboratory role. This individual will be conducting bench work (NOT DEVICE DESIGN) to support the development of electrosurgical devices and RF treatment systems. A large emphasis is placed on the Engineer’s experience with tissue and energy interaction, and the thrust of the position will focus on the design and execution of statistically-based protocol testing.

Highly Desired: Master’s Degree and/or PhD in Biomedical or Electrical Engineering (or related field); ambition and pursuit of professional development.

They offer an attractive base salary annual bonuses, outstanding benefits, and full relocation as well as unlimited growth potential.

To apply for this position, please e-mail resume and most current salary information to tonya@catgroupinc.com

Tonya Creamer
tonya@catgroupinc.com
803-622-5581
320-205-2266 (fax)
www.linkedin.com/in/tonyacreamer

Sr. Buyer

greg — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:25:04 +0000

The Catalyst Group www.catgroupinc.com is working with a growing, high volume manufacturing client in Central Florida to identify a buyer for a 5 person materials management group. This position works directly all functions within the the supply chain while focusing on vendor relations and cost savings through process improvement. This is a highly visible role within this facility.

Bachelor’s degree-no exceptions (corporate policy). Recent quantifiable experience in a purchasing role within a high volume manufacturing environment. Desired: APICS Cert.

Our client offers an limited relocation policy for regional candiates, strong salary/bonus and excellent benefits program. There will be no sponsorship for this position.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

Sr. Embedded Software Engineer

greg — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:23:17 +0000

The Catalyst Group www.catgroupinc.com is working with a fast growing client to identify a Principal Software Engineer to help develop a new operating system for an industry leading medical device platform. This role will be a part of development of specifications, architectures, designs, schedules and unit and integration test plans related to product development activities and product upgrades. This position will be responsible for full lifecycle software development creating code that meets design specifications, follows internal standards, and is easy to maintain. This position will also Estimate scope-of-work, and set/develop/track schedules.

ABSOLUTELY REQUIRED: - BS Computer Science or Computer Engineering (or equivilant) At least 6 years of relevant experience. Extensive experience in object-oriented and structured design using C/C+. Experience with Linux Kernals and compilers to identify issues. Multi-thread programming.

Our client offers an limited relocation policy, strong salary/bonus and excellent benefits program. There will be no sponsorship for this position.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

Medical Device R&D Program Manager

greg — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:21:17 +0000

The Catalyst Group www.catgroupinc.com is targeting a HIGH ENERGY Program Manager for a large $60M+ product platform within a growing global division of a $2.45B medical device corporation located outside of Atlanta, GA to fill a newly created position. This manager will lead diverse and innovative R&D programs from concept through the commercial phase with an emphasis placed on the candidate’s ability to serve as the technical expert and provide support for all development activities including front-end (KOL / BD) functions. Despite being a hands-on management role with direct reports (2+) and indirect reports (5-10), this is also a very hands-on Engineering role, so recent experience should include design.

REQUIRED: BS Engineering (Mechanical preferred); 8+ years of R&D Engineering experience with 3-5 years of leadership experience including a minimum of 3 in major FDA-regulated programs with definitive market success through commercialization. Ability to learn quickly and manage unknowns. Extremely solid FRONT-END R&D Engineering skills and knowledge of FDA Design Control. Business Development participation and entrepreneurial mindset. Technical background must include working with plastics (injection molded, extrusion) as well as nitinol and stainless materials with and without coatings; Solidworks, Microsoft Project.

Preferred Qualifications: MBA, Medical Device experience that includes a variety of product lines including urological health devices for drainage and kidney stone removal, etc.

Our client offers outstanding compensation, full relocation and a strong benefits package.

TO APPLY, after confirming that you meet the qualifications listed below, please send an email referencing this position title and location along with your resume and current/last base salary information to tonya@catgroupinc.com. This information will be kept confidential and will allow our team to better understand the level and direction of your search. Under no circumstances will we submit your resume without your approval.

Tonya Creamer
tonya@catgroupinc.com
803-622-5581
http://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyacreamer

Medical Device Operations Manager

greg — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:20:10 +0000

The Catalyst Group www.catgroupinc.com is working with a fast growing, high volume manufacturing client to identify an Operations Manager for a newly vacated (transfered/promoted) role. This position will be responsible direct reports in manufacturing, planning and engineering while having an overall responsibility of 100 salaried and hourly. Aside from the functional management responsibilities, this role will be focused on cost savings, continuous improvement and resource allocation in a high volume, commodity driven environment.

ABSOLUTELY REQUIRED: 4 year degree. Progressive responsibility in high volume manufacturing. Lean Manufacturing of some flavor. Six Sigma. The ideal candidate will have ISO 13485 standards along with GMP’s.

Our client offers an outstanding relocation policy, strong salary/bonus and excellent benefits program.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

NOTE: We will not personally respond to each candidate that applies for the positions we are representing. However, we do review and screen each resume thoroughly and might follow up with further questions if we have them. All resumes are categorized for content/skill sets and kept in our confidential database for future searches.

Packaging Engineer Manager-Testing

greg — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:19:02 +0000

The Catalyst Group www.catgroupinc.com working with a 7 Billion/year, 11,000 person medical device company located in the Atlanta Georgia area. They have engaged our services to identify a Packaging Test Manager that will have responsibilities for all package testing and eventual development for this organization. The thrust of this position will be focused on bringing package testing in-house and growing the department. This role will have both functional and strategic responsibility over all product package testing while working across several operational platforms.

ABSOLUTELY REQUIRED: Package engineering degree (no exception). Current supervisory experience. Package testing experience.

Our client offers an outstanding career path, relocation, great benefits and dedicated culture focused on one thing-growth. They have recently obtained double digit growth (09 aside) and are on task to continue this.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

NOTE: We will not personally respond to each candidate that applies for the positions we are representing. However, we do review and screen each resume thoroughly and might follow up with further questions if we have them. All resumes are categorized for content/skill sets and kept in our confidential database for future searches.

Quality Assurance Specialist

greg — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:17:42 +0000

The Catalyst Recruiting Group www.catgroupinc.com is working with a growing, high volume manufacturing client in Central Florida to identify a quality engineer (2-4 years experience) or a Sr. Quality Engineer (5-10 years experience) . This position works directly with quality engineering group working with systems and processes related to the quality lab. . Also key for this role are internal audits, supplier audits, CAPA system, environmental monitoring, and OEM customer support

REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree Engineering preferred. 2+ years in experience in a high volume, regulated environment with a preference towards medical products. Pharmaceutical or food is not applicable.

They offer an attractive base salary, annual bonuses, outstanding benefits, and relocation assistance as well as unlimited growth potential.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

NOTE: We will not personally respond to each candidate that applies for the positions we are representing. However, we do review and screen each resume thoroughly and might follow up with further questions if we have them. All resumes are categorized for content/skill sets and kept in our confidential database for future searches.

Medical Device Quality Engineer

greg — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 14:21:41 +0000

The Catalyst Recruiting Group www.catgroupinc.com is working with a growing, high volume manufacturing client in Central Florida to identify a quality engineer (2-4 years experience) or a Sr. Quality Engineer (5-10 years experience) . This position works directly with quality engineering group working with systems and processes related to the quality lab. . Also key for this role are internal audits, supplier audits, CAPA system, environmental monitoring, and OEM customer support

REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree Engineering preferred. 2+ years in experience in a high volume, regulated environment with a preference towards medical products. Pharmaceutical or food is not applicable.

They offer an attractive base salary, annual bonuses, outstanding benefits, and relocation assistance as well as unlimited growth potential.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

NOTE: We will not personally respond to each candidate that applies for the positions we are representing. However, we do review and screen each resume thoroughly and might follow up with further questions if we have them. All resumes are categorized for content/skill sets and kept in our confidential database for future searches.

Package Engineering Manager-Test Lab

greg — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 14:01:09 +0000

The Catalyst Group www.catgroupinc.com working with a 7 Billion/year, 11,000 person medical device company located in the Atlanta Georgia area. They have engaged our services to identify a Packaging Test Manager that will have responsibilities for all package testing and eventual development for this organization. The thrust of this position will be focused on bringing package testing in-house and growing the department. This role will have both functional and strategic responsibility over all product package testing while working across several operational platforms.

ABSOLUTELY REQUIRED: Package engineering degree (no exception). Current supervisory experience. Package testing experience.

Our client offers an outstanding career path, relocation, great benefits and dedicated culture focused on one thing-growth. They have recently obtained double digit growth (09 aside) and are on task to continue this.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

NOTE: We will not personally respond to each candidate that applies for the positions we are representing. However, we do review and screen each resume thoroughly and might follow up with further questions if we have them. All resumes are categorized for content/skill sets and kept in our confidential database for future searches.

Manager Operations

greg — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 13:58:26 +0000

The Catalyst Group www.catgroupinc.com is working with a fast growing, high volume manufacturing client to identify an Operations Manager for a newly vacated (transfered/promoted) role. This position will be responsible direct reports in manufacturing, planning and engineering while having an overall responsibility of 100 salaried and hourly. Aside from the functional management responsibilities, this role will be focused on cost savings, continuous improvement and resource allocation in a high volume, commodity driven environment.

ABSOLUTELY REQUIRED: 4 year degree. Progressive responsibility in high volume manufacturing. Lean Manufacturing of some flavor. Six Sigma. The ideal candidate will have ISO 13485 standards along with GMP’s.

Our client offers an outstanding relocation policy, strong salary/bonus and excellent benefits program.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

NOTE: We will not personally respond to each candidate that applies for the positions we are representing. However, we do review and screen each resume thoroughly and might follow up with further questions if we have them. All resumes are categorized for content/skill sets and kept in our confidential database for future searches.

R&D Program Manager-Medical Device

greg — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 13:56:49 +0000

The Catalyst Group www.catgroupinc.com is targeting a HIGH ENERGY Program Manager for a large $60M+ product platform within a growing global division of a $2.45B medical device corporation located outside of Atlanta, GA to fill a newly created position. This manager will lead diverse and innovative R&D programs from concept through the commercial phase with an emphasis placed on the candidate’s ability to serve as the technical expert and provide support for all development activities including front-end (KOL / BD) functions. Despite being a hands-on management role with direct reports (2+) and indirect reports (5-10), this is also a very hands-on Engineering role, so recent experience should include design.

REQUIRED: BS Engineering (Mechanical preferred); 8+ years of R&D Engineering experience with 3-5 years of leadership experience including a minimum of 3 in major FDA-regulated programs with definitive market success through commercialization. Ability to learn quickly and manage unknowns. Extremely solid FRONT-END R&D Engineering skills and knowledge of FDA Design Control. Business Development participation and entrepreneurial mindset. Technical background must include working with plastics (injection molded, extrusion) as well as nitinol and stainless materials with and without coatings; Solidworks, Microsoft Project.

Preferred Qualifications: MBA, Medical Device experience that includes a variety of product lines including urological health devices for drainage and kidney stone removal, etc.

Our client offers outstanding compensation, full relocation and a strong benefits package.

TO APPLY, after confirming that you meet the qualifications listed below, please send an email referencing this position title and location along with your resume and current/last base salary information to tonya@catgroupinc.com. This information will be kept confidential and will allow our team to better understand the level and direction of your search. Under no circumstances will we submit your resume without your approval.

Tonya Creamer
tonya@catgroupinc.com
803-622-5581
http://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyacreamer

Principal Software Engineer-Linux

greg — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 13:54:49 +0000

The Catalyst Group www.catgroupinc.com is working with a fast growing client to identify a Principal Software Engineer to help develop a new operating system for an industry leading medical device platform. This role will be a part of development of specifications, architectures, designs, schedules and unit and integration test plans related to product development activities and product upgrades. This position will be responsible for full lifecycle software development creating code that meets design specifications, follows internal standards, and is easy to maintain. This position will also Estimate scope-of-work, and set/develop/track schedules.

ABSOLUTELY REQUIRED: - BS Computer Science or Computer Engineering (or equivilant) At least 6 years of relevant experience. Extensive experience in object-oriented and structured design using C/C+. Experience with Linux Kernals and compilers to identify issues. Multi-thread programming.

Our client offers an limited relocation policy, strong salary/bonus and excellent benefits program. There will be no sponsorship for this position.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

Director Software Engineering-Embedded Systems

greg — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 13:53:33 +0000

The Catalyst Group www.catgroupinc.com is working with a strong and steadily growing medical device client to identify and evaluate a Director of Software/Firmware Engineering. This Director will manage a group of 20 software and firmware engineers responsible for complex, integrated Medical Device system development as well as hold responsibility for strategic direction, recommending or creating a progressive vision for his or her group.

ABSOLUTELY REQUIRED: - Engineering degree (highly preferred: BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering) (or aerospace) experience with embedded software development (including an in depth understanding of the EE domain, embedded systems, and circuit design issues) with attention to process needs and full lifecycle; strong functional expertise in Object Oriented design methodologies; and 6+ years of direct management responsibilities for R&D software and firmware (using Verilog) engineers.

Highly Desired: Advanced degrees in Electrical, Computer or Software Engineering; Verilog for verification and simulation; collaborative leadership style.

Our client offers an outstanding relocation policy, strong salary/bonus and excellent benefits program.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

Tissue Research Scientist I-II

greg — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 13:52:14 +0000

Highly Desired: Master’s Degree and/or PhD in Biomedical or Electrical Engineering (or related field); ambition and pursuit of professional development.

They offer an attractive base salary annual bonuses, outstanding benefits, and full relocation as well as unlimited growth potential.

To apply for this position, please e-mail resume and most current salary information to tonya@catgroupinc.com

Tonya Creamer
tonya@catgroupinc.com
803-622-5581
320-205-2266 (fax)
www.linkedin.com/in/tonyacreamer

Medical Device Software Engineer

greg — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 13:49:46 +0000

Our client offers an limited relocation policy, strong salary/bonus and excellent benefits program. There will be no sponsorship for this position.

Greg Giltner
greg@catgroupinc.com
803-622-0285
www.linkedin.com/in/giltner

R&D Manager-Tissue

greg — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 13:48:45 +0000

They offer an attractive base salary annual bonuses, outstanding benefits, and full relocation as well as unlimited growth potential.

To apply for this position, please e-mail resume and most current salary information to tonya@catgroupinc.com

Tonya Creamer
tonya@catgroupinc.com
803-622-5581
320-205-2266 (fax)
www.linkedin.com/in/tonyacreamer

Medical Device Systems Engineering Manager

greg — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 13:47:35 +0000

REQUIRED: There are a few requirements, of course: BSEE, 8+ years of Technical R&D Management/Project-Program Management experience including direct supervisory responsibilities throughout the entire product development process. Specific product experience should include complex electrical and/or RF device systems. Strong cross-functional interaction with Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Purchasing, etc. on protocols, change documents, procedures, verification and validation. Successful experience in obtaining and communicating VOC to team and ensuring technical correlation between that voice and the product specifications. Enthusiastic personality, extremely attentive to detail, flexible and comfortable working with others in a creatively passionate environment.

Highly Desired: Would be a MSEE, MEDICAL DEVICE background; ambition and pursuit of professional development; strong technical documentation skills; background in preparation and execution of project schedules/budgets; strong written and oral communication skills (documentation, reports, presentations, etc.).

They offer a variety of tracks for career advancement as well as full relocation including assistance with home sale, a very attractive base salary and strong bonus along with outstanding benefits.

TO APPLY, after confirming that you meet the qualifications listed below, please send an email referencing this position title and location along with your resume and current/last base salary information to tonya@catgroupinc.com. This information will be kept confidential and will allow our team to better understand the level and direction of your search. Under no circumstances will we submit your resume without your approval.

Tonya Creamer
tonya@catgroupinc.com
803-622-5581
http://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyacreamer

Principal Quality Engineer-New Product Development

greg — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 13:46:38 +0000

Our client is a growing medical device manufacturing company near Atlanta, GA, and they have asked us to help them identify and evaluate a seasoned Quality professional for a Quality Engineer Manager position. We’re seeking a passionate, driven individual with a QE background in complex FDA-regulated products. While having no direct reports, this is a decision-making role supporting New Product Development in a cross-functional Project-based environment with direct business unit responsibility.

REQUIRED: A BS or Business degree; 8+ years of Quality Engineering experience, 4+ years within a New Product Development environment in the Medical Device industry focused on Class II and Class III devices; expertise with Project Management, Design Control, SPC, CAPA, Auditing, Risk Assessment, Stability, and Validation from Concept through Manufacturing.

Highly Desired: An Engineering degree, MBA, PMP / Six Sigma Blackbelt / ASQ certifications. Expert level cross-functional project savvy and creative problem solving initiative. QE of disposable, implantable products used in surgical/critical care.

In exchange, this opportunity offers a strong salary and annual bonus in addition to outstanding benefits and unlimited growth potential as well as a relocation package to Atlanta.

TO APPLY, after confirming that you meet the qualifications listed above, please send an email referencing this position title and location along with 1) your resume 2) current/last base salary and 3) target salary range to tonya@catgroupinc.com. This information is all required but will be kept completely confidential and will allow our team to better understand the level and direction of your search. Under no circumstances will we submit your resume without your approval.

Tonya Creamer
tonya@catgroupinc.com
803-622-5581
http://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyacreamer