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Manufacturing Production Engineer - Orthopaedics - Gloucestershire
Shift Pattern
Rotation available
Our client is a leading medical technology company focused on providing innovative orthopaedic solutions, specializing in Hip, Knee, ligament implants, surgical robots, and 3D planning tools. They are dedicated to improving the quality of life for patients by advancing orthopaedic care.
As a Manufacturing Production Engineer, you will be the subject matter expert for all CNC machines, systems, processes, and procedures within the manufacturing area. You will play a critical role in developing people, ensuring operational excellence, and driving continuous improvement across production.
You will work closely with Production Engineers, Process Engineers, and the Maintenance team.
Key Tasks
- Conduct CNC programme fault finding, resolution, and optimisation in collaboration with Engineers
- Set, programme, and operate CNC machines, achieving verified competency sign-off
- Ensure machines (CNC, Laser Marker, Robots, etc.) are safe, efficient, and capable of producing required volumes at the correct quality
- Address manufacturing documentation issues including Process Sheets and Inspection Sheets
- Manage non-conformances through Rework, Scrap, and Concession processes
- Analyse manufacturing processes and propose improvements to reduce lead time and cost while improving utilisation and efficiency
- Report equipment failures and propose corrective actions
- Manage tooling and consumables usage to ensure accurate production costing
- Support Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) through consumables and performance reporting
- Train, mentor, and support Manufacturing Machinists and Associates
- Contribute to Continuous Improvement initiatives including Kaizen and 5S
- Challenge unsafe practices and maintain a safe, well-organised working environment
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Personal Profile
- Strong, hands-on experience with CNC machines including setting, programming, and operation
- Solid understanding of CMM and manual inspection techniques
- Time-served engineering experience post qualification (Degree, HND, T-Level or equivalent)
- A methodical, organised approach with strong time and project management skills
- Good PC literacy, including Microsoft Office applications
- Excellent communication skills with a collaborative and proactive mindset
- A professional, approachable attitude with a strong sense of urgency and ownership
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A Highly Competitive Basic, Bonus, and Benefits package will be paid.
Please apply online or call CHASE on 0131 553 6644.
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