Manufacturing Engineer

OLYMPUS EUROPA SE & CO. KG; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Private medical cover

Company pension scheme

Annual health check with BUPA

Employee Assistance Program

Subsidised staff restaurant

Free parking

Gym and retailer discounts

Job summary

Olympus is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Southend-on-Sea to join the Engineering team within Manufacturing. You will support product life cycle activities, contribute in early design participation for manufacture and regulatory compliance, and drive design transfer to production.

You will work with Design Engineers, QA, Production and Supply Chain to deliver high SQCD manufacturing outcomes and steer continuous improvement across processes such as injection moulding and sheet metal.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or equivalent (Essential) or HND/HNC
• 2+ years in engineering/manufacturing environment (Desirable)
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques and QCD targets
• Familiarity with design software tools and SAP
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and work with cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

• Involve early design input to support DFx and regulatory compliance.
• Lead design transfer to manufacturing and ensure project readiness.
• Provide manufacturing engineering support to meet SQCD objectives.
• Design, plan and commission production line layouts and equipment.
• Transfer and set up manufacturing data and documentation.
• Support engineering changes and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain knowledge of injection moulding and sheet metal processes.
• Collaborate with Design, QA, Production and Supply Chain teams.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Regulatory compliance

Problem solving

Teamwork

Interpretation of engineering drawings

SAP

Design software

Office software

Education

Engineering degree (Essential)

Tools

SAP

Design software

MS Office

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer

KeyMed (Medical & Industrial Equipment) Ltd. (OKM) | Chief Manufacturing and Supply Officer

A global leader in the medical device and technology industry, for more than 100 years Olympus has focused on making people's lives healthier, safer, and more fulfilling. Our products and solutions help to diagnose, prevent, and treat illnesses, further scientific research and keep people safe.

Working within the Engineering team within the Manufacturing organisation, developing a wide range of Olympus products and supporting in serial production. This position provides the engineering competence to support the product life cycle (including NPD, design transfer, sustaining and discontinuation) of Olympus products where Southend is the domain owner.

Provide manufacturing engineering expertise & knowledge in support of the Manufacturing organisation goals.

Key Performance Areas

• High SQCD New Product Introductions
• High SQCD New Process Introductions
• High SQCD Serial Production Support
• Compliance with Health & Safety & Environmental procedures

Your responsibilities

The project environment requires early design participation in order to support Design for Manufacture and Regulatory Compliance. This is achieved by delivering work packages aligned with Olympus Design Control, Risk Management and Process Validation framework which is tailored to the demands of FDA and MDR regulations. This position will involve undertaking the introduction of new products / processes / projects / engineering change into manufacturing. Working closely with Design Engineers, QA, Production and Supply Chain, you will be expected to take responsibility for completion of design transfer to achieve the requirements for each project in compliance with regulations and relevant procedures.

• Shall implement and work to all applicable regulatory and quality requirements as stipulated within the KeyMed Quality Manual, Quality Policy, and Quality Objectives.
• Shall implement and work to all applicable Health, Safety and Environmental requirements as stipulated within the HSE Manual, HSE Policies, and HSE Objectives.
• Supply advice & direction to stakeholders regarding high SQCD manufacturing process requirements
• Design, planning and commissioning production line layouts/cells/equipment to achieve high SQCD
• Transfer and set up of manufacturing data, including all manufacturing documentation
• Provide ongoing support to maintain and improve production SQCD, including preparation and implementation of Engineering Changes
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge relevant manufacturing processes (injection moulding, sheet metal)
• Lead / Participate in Development Projects, Continuous Improvement activities, Training, Quality investigations, Audits and supplier selection.
• Will undertake any assignment or duty as required by business needs
• Degree (Desirable) or HND or HNC in an engineering discipline (Essential)
• 2+ years working in an engineering or manufacturing environment (Desirable)
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques & QCD targets
• Familiarity with relevant design software tools
• Knowledge of SAP
• Ability to Interpret Engineering Drawings
• Computer & IT literacy, familiarity with Office software tools
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Project Management knowledge
• Good problem solving & analytical skills
• Methodical & good attention to detail
• The role requires you to be on your feet for extended periods of time during your general day to day activities, which could include walking between sites.
• Travel could be required to visit subsidiary companies and suppliers.
• • Patient Focus - We put patients at the heart of everything
  • - Integrity - We do the right thing
  • - Innovation - We look for new ways to make things better
  • - Impact - We take accountability and get things done
  • - Empathy - We care for one another and work together
• • In addition to a competitive salary, you will receive a generous annual leave entitlement
  • You will be eligible to receive private medical cover
  • Comprehensive company pension scheme
  • You will receive an annual health check with BUPA, funded by us
  • Employee Assistance Program to support your health, mental and emotional-wellbeing
  • At our HQ, we have a subsidised staff restaurant and free parking
  • Other benefits include discounted gym and wellness memberships, cashback and discounts with major UK retailers

Further information:

We value the diversity of individuals, perspectives, and lifestyles, and prioritise inclusion and mutual respect. We are committed to fostering a non-discriminatory, inclusive work environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Empathy and unity are core to our company culture, empowering employees to contribute fully and flourish.