Orthotic Technician - Metal and Leatherwork

Steeper Group is a true leader in the Orthotic, Prosthetic and Assistive Technology products. In the past 100 years we have grown to become one of the UK’s largest suppliers. Steeper’s vision is to create life’s turning points, together. We aim to do this by delivering innovative prosthetic, orthotic and assistive technology products and responsive clinical services. We have an exciting opportunity for an orthotic technician to join our existing team in the leatherwork process of our Metal and Leatherwork department. The Role: Our aim is to create positive turning points through innovative prosthetic, orthotic and assistive technology products combined with continuously committed clinical services. Joining Steeper as a Leatherwork Technician means you’ll be part of a company which truly makes a difference to the quality of peoples’ lives. Responsibilities: As a leatherworker you will produce metalwork products such as BKs and KAFOs within leatherwork completing a finished product. This includes stitching, cutting, glueing and scouring of leather and padding. You will be responsible for making products that are bespoke and made to measure for an individual patient. As a technician it is highly important for orders to be actioned effectively and efficiently to satisfy the requirements of our patients and clinicians. What we are looking for: To do this role you will need to be confident at using hand tools, and excellent attention to detail. You’ll also need to be focused and able to demonstrate that you can operate in a high-pressure volume related environment, ensuring that all work undertaken is ready for delivery within the relevant timescales. In addition, you’ll need to: •Work with fellow technicians to improve processes and overall production effectiveness •Maintain KPI’s (key performance indicators) •Train and develop others in the team•Undertake training as deemed necessary •Ensure that all NCRs are processed without a backlog •Troubleshoot issues as and when required•Sewing machine experience (industrial and flatbed sewing machine) What we offer in return: •Competitive salary •Incremental holiday allowance (rising with service) •Free parking • Car allowance or company vehicle • Canteen onsite • Employee discount platform • Employee Assistance Programs • Qualification support • Flexible working • Refer a friend incentive • Cycle2work scheme • Subscription and registration fees paid e.g. HCPC • Continuous professional development plans with internal and external training and courses available