Optimizing manufacturing expert

Enhance manufacturing efficiency and quality by joining our engineering team as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer. This role is pivotal in optimizing, supporting, and advancing manufacturing processes through the application of technical expertise and Lean principles.


Key Responsibilities:

* Collaborate with other engineers and production teams to develop and improve manufacturing processes
* Develop and implement manufacturing systems and strategies to achieve cost, quality, and time objectives
* Identify and ensure implementation of opportunities to optimize/improve manufacturing processes using Lean methodologies
* Apply structured problem-solving techniques to process, material or equipment issues while offering manufacturing or quality ideas from experience
* Develop and maintain operational processes and procedures incorporating industry best practices and in compliance with appropriate regulatory requirements
* Perform process analysis and identify areas for improvement, recommending and implementing solutions to enhance productivity and efficiency
* Analyse and resolve complex Manufacturing and Compliance issues (e.g., CAPA, non-conformances, audit observations)
* Develop training and documentation materials (e.g., work instructions) for production to enable the seamless knowledge transfer of project and manufacturing processes

This is an exciting time to join the company as they transition from an R&D focused organisation into a more operational one. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will work on setting up new manufacturing lines as they bring these processes in-house.

* Degree level 8 in Engineering or related discipline with 5+ years of relevant experience – additional relevant qualifications may be advantageous
* Green Belt certification is a distinct advantage
* Experience with medical device process and manufacturing development and project/program management, risk analysis and problem-solving skills
* Knowledge of design verification and process validations, particularly as it pertains to equipment and manufacturing processes
* Dynamic team player and can work effectively and proactively on cross-functional teams
* Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, a team player, proactive and likes to take ownership of tasks/projects
* Good understanding of lean principles and methodology
* Excellent understanding of ISO 13485 and FDA processes
* Experience with statistical techniques (DOE, Six Sigma)
* Proficiency with engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks)

Please note that further information is available upon request.