Paul Blanke
About Paul Blanke
Paul Blanke serves as the Manufacturing Engineering Manager at Inari Medical, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in manufacturing engineering, particularly in technology acquisition, molded component design, and process validation.
Work at Inari Medical
Paul Blanke has served as the Manufacturing Engineering Manager at Inari Medical since 2019. In this role, he oversees manufacturing engineering operations, focusing on the development and implementation of processes that enhance production efficiency. His responsibilities include managing the qualification and validation of new equipment and processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Blanke's expertise contributes to the company's commitment to delivering high-quality medical devices.
Previous Experience at Sequent Medical
Before joining Inari Medical, Paul Blanke worked at Sequent Medical for a total of 11 years. He held the position of Manufacturing Engineering Manager from 2015 to 2019 and served as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer from 2012 to 2015. His roles involved managing engineering projects and leading initiatives to improve manufacturing processes. His extensive experience at Sequent Medical provided him with valuable insights into the medical device industry.
Background in Manufacturing Engineering
Paul Blanke began his career in manufacturing engineering at Applied Medical, where he worked as a Manufacturing Engineer from 1995 to 1997. His foundational experience in this role laid the groundwork for his subsequent positions in the industry. Blanke's career trajectory reflects a consistent focus on manufacturing engineering, with a strong emphasis on technology acquisition and transfer during company mergers and acquisitions.
Expertise in Engineering Processes
Paul Blanke possesses significant expertise in molded component design and the qualifications necessary for both new and existing products. He is experienced in conducting Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ) for new equipment and processes. Additionally, he participates in Phase I, II, and III Design Control activities, which are crucial for the development and implementation of new products and product changes.
Skills in Production Optimization
Paul Blanke is skilled in identifying production bottlenecks and has a proven track record of designing and implementing tooling and fixturing solutions. His efforts aim to improve product quality and increase manufacturing output. This focus on optimization is essential for maintaining efficiency in the production environment and supports the overall goals of the organizations he has worked for.