Production Engineer - Double Days
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Job Description
Selexa Life Sciences are delighted to be partnered with a leading medical device manufacturer, investing heavily, increasing manufacturing and looking to grow their manufacturing capabilities & output. We are looking for an experienced Production Engineer to join the Engineering team. As a 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.
The role:
- 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
- Identify and address production bottlenecks to maintain shop floor flow
- 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
- Contribute to Continuous Improvement initiatives including Kaizen and 5S
- Challenge unsafe practices and maintain a safe, well‑organised working environment Skills & Experience:
- 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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