Salary: £28,000 – £45,000
Hours: 39 per week
Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays
A leading medical device manufacturer in Leeds is seeking a Production Engineer to join their team and drive manufacturing improvements across a range of innovative projects. This is a hands-on role where you will lead and support initiatives that enhance production efficiency, introduce automation, and bring new processes in-house.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead or support manufacturing improvement projects, including:
* Robotics for assembly and adhesive processes
* Design and implementation of assembly fixtures
* New smart production cell / Sigma process design
* Bringing wet paint and drape forming of polycarbonate screens in-house
* New packaging design and testing
* Lights-out manufacturing in the machine shop with automated robot loading
* Support ERP implementation projects
* Assist with engineering change processes
Person Specification:
Essential:
* Self-starter with minimal technical supervision
* Higher-level qualification (HND or degree)
* Experience with 3D CAD
* Proven experience implementing and maintaining lean processes
Desirable:
* Experience with digital transformation projects
* Experience using ERP systems for BOM management
* Manufacturing background within ISO-controlled processes
* Ability to write work instructions
This role offers the opportunity to work in a progressive, innovative environment within a medical device business committed to process excellence.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary £28,000 – £45,000
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* 39-hour working week
If you are a technically-minded engineer with a passion for process improvement and automation, this role could be an excellent fit
Salary description
£28000.00 - £45000.00 per year