Manufacturing Production Engineer

Corin is a growing global orthopaedic innovation business, with a vision to revolutionize the field by integrating advanced robotic and AI technologies for planning, implementation, and continuous learning with its unique combination of clinically proven hip and knee implants. We are looking to hire a Manufacturing Production Engineer to join our Engineering team on a full-time permanent basis in Cirencester.

As a Manufacturing Production Engineer, you will be the subject matter expert on all CNC machines, systems, processes, and procedures within the manufacturing area. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Training and developing Manufacturing Machinists and Associates.
• Ensuring all machines (CNC, Laser Maker, Robot, etc.) are safe and efficient to produce the desired quantities of products at the specified quality.
• Working closely with the Production and Process Engineers as well as the maintenance team, escalating technical issues and suggesting solutions in line with SQDIP.
• Conducting CNC program fault finding and resolution whilst optimising machine setup programs with Engineers.
• Setting and operating CNC processes proficiently, being verified and signed off as competent.
• Addressing manufacturing documentation issues (Process and Inspection Sheets).
• Managing non-conformities through Rework, Scrap, or Concession processes.
• Contributing to continuous improvement through Kaizen and 5S initiatives.
• Communicating and resolving issues promptly to maintain plan adherence.
• Reporting equipment failures and suggesting resolutions.
• Analysing processes to propose and implement improvements, reducing lead time and cost while improving utilisation and efficiency.
• Ensuring accurate production costs by managing tooling and consumables usage.
• Highlighting and addressing bottlenecks to ensure shop floor process flow.
• Reporting consumable issues to support Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Training and supporting new and developing team members on machines, systems, and processes.
• Adhering to Corin’s Health and Safety procedures and legislative requirements, including COSHH and manual handling.
• Challenging and correcting unsafe practices in accordance with legislation/Corin Policies.
• Maintaining a safe working environment and good housekeeping and reporting and elevating risks immediately via the appropriate systems.

The ideal Manufacturing Production Engineer will have:

• Solid knowledge of the CNC Machines, and the ability to set, program and operate them.
• A strong understanding of CMM and manual inspection techniques.
• Methodical and organized with strong project and time management skills.
• PC literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft products.
• Excellent communication skills, professional, approachable, and with a sense of urgency.
• Time-served experience post-engineering qualification (degree, HND, T-Level, etc.).

By fulfilling these responsibilities, the Manufacturing Production Engineer ensures the seamless operation and continual improvement of manufacturing processes, contributing to the overall success and efficiency of the production area.

Our benefits include:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Excellent pension – starts at 6%, going up to 9.7% after 18 months.
• Life assurance – Six times your basic salary.
• Private medical insurance with BUPA for you and your family.
• Free annual eye tests and flu vaccinations.
• Employee referral program where you can earn up to £1,000 for each successful hire you recommend.

Corin provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.