At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead continuous improvement initiatives and implement Lean Manufacturing tools.
- Company: Employee-owned manufacturing business focused on medical equipment assembly.
- Benefits: Starting salary of £48,000, 33 days leave, and great training support.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with excellent career growth and employee ownership benefits.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a growing company while enhancing production processes.
- Qualifications: Experience in process engineering and a passion for continuous improvement.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Are you passionate about continuous improvement and process efficiency? Do you want to play a key role in helping a growing employee-owned manufacturing business achieve its lean, quality and productivity goals? We are looking for an experienced Production Process Engineer to join our manufacturing team in Castle Donington, specialising in the assembly of medical equipment. This is a practical role for someone who is passionate about continuous improvement, lean manufacturing and developing efficient, world-class production processes.
The successful candidate will take ownership of the continuous improvement roadmap for production, proactively identifying opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, efficiency and cost. We are looking for someone who challenges existing ways of working, brings fresh ideas, and delivers measurable improvements rather than simply maintaining current processes.
The Benefits
- Starting salary in the region of £48,000, depending on experience
- Contributory pension scheme
- 33 days annual leave entitlement
- Discounts and cashback on shopping, supermarkets, and holidays
- Salary Sacrifice Schemes, including Cycle to Work
- Great training, support and mentorship
- Birthday gift
- Death in Service benefit provided
- Be a part of an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) and the associated benefits of having a stake in the company
The Role
Your main responsibilities will be:
- Lead and own continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing operation and implement Lean Manufacturing tools, including 5S, Kaizen, Standard Work, Visual Management and Value Stream Mapping.
- Proactively identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, efficiency and cost.
- Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions and standard operating procedures.
- Work closely with Production, Quality, Supply Chain and carry out time studies, line balancing and capacity analysis.
- Write specifications for tooling and production jigs.
Production Process Engineer in Nottingham employer: Medstrom
Medstrom is an exceptional employer that prioritises both employee satisfaction and customer care, fostering a supportive work culture in Portsmouth. With a strong focus on professional development through comprehensive training and a clear career pathway, employees enjoy competitive benefits including a contributory pension scheme, generous annual leave, and the unique advantage of being part of an Employee Ownership Trust, allowing them to share in the company's success.
