At a Glance
- Tasks: Optimise manufacturing processes and collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency and quality.
- Company: Join Sartorius, a global leader in life sciences making a real impact on health.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, 25 days leave, health plans, and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with excellent personal and professional development opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of a mission-driven company fighting against diseases like cancer and dementia.
- Qualifications: Degree in engineering or relevant experience in regulated manufacturing sectors required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 45000 £ per year.
Join our Operations team as a Production Engineer at our Stonehouse site in Gloucestershire. The position is full‑time permanent, located in Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, with working hours Monday‑Thursday 7.10‑16.10 or 7.55‑16.55, Friday 7.10‑12.10 or 7.55‑12.55.
Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain and optimise manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality and cost effectiveness.
- Design layout for equipment and workspace to ensure maximum efficiency and safety.
- Analyse production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including production development, quality, supply chain and production to ensure seamless integration of new and existing processes.
- Implement lean manufacturing techniques and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Conduct root‑cause analysis and implement corrective actions for production issues.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations and environmental policies (ISO9001, ISO13485 and regulatory IVD requirements).
- Provide technical support and training to production staff and operators.
- Manage projects from concept through implementation and evaluation phases.
- Prepare and maintain detailed documentation of processes, equipment specifications, and operational procedures.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a relevant field, or alternative education in engineering (e.g., apprenticeship).
- Experience in a regulated manufacturing sector (medical device, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, automotive, cleanroom, etc.).
- Proven experience in manufacturing engineering or a related role.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, tools and equipment.
- Proficiency in CAD software and other engineering tools (ideally).
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Detail‑oriented with a focus on quality and efficiency.
- Right to work in the UK.
What We Offer
- Personal and Professional Development: mentoring, leadership programmes, internal seminar offerings.
- Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform before joining.
- Welcoming culture: mutual support, team spirit, international collaboration; communities on coaching, agile working and businesswomen network.
- Health & Well‑Being: healthcare plans, health assessment services.
- Attractive working conditions: 39‑hour working week, 25 days annual leave plus public holidays, free parking on site, free hot and cold drinks.
- Competitive benefits package: group life assurance, private medical insurance, private dental insurance, salary sacrifice cycle‑to‑work scheme, travel insurance (employee paid), health assessment service.
- Planning ahead for your future: group personal pension plan, group income protection, salary sacrifice will writing service.
About Sartorius
Sartorius is a global life science company, part of the fight against cancer, dementia and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real‑world medicine faster, so new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide.
Production Engineer employer: Sartorius
Sartorius is an exceptional employer located in Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises personal and professional development. With a comprehensive benefits package, including health and well-being initiatives, competitive leave, and a focus on employee growth through mentoring and leadership programmes, Sartorius provides a fulfilling environment for Production Engineers to thrive and contribute to meaningful advancements in life sciences.
