Production Engineer

Production Engineer – Medical Device Manufacturer – Leeds
 

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.