Process Engineer

Johnson & Johnson; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

DePuy Synthes is seeking a Process Excellence Engineer in Blackpool on a 12‑month contract, working on-site 37 hours per week with an early finish on Fridays. You will review and optimise processes, support new product introductions, and lead PE initiatives to improve cost efficiency.

Ideally you are an engineer with 1–2 years’ experience, familiar with Lean, ME2 and change control, able to coach teams, and ensure compliance with FDA/ISO standards across the site.

Qualifications

• Ideally an engineer with 1–2 years of experience; open to other sectors.
• Good understanding of process engineering and lean initiatives.
• Experience in structured problem solving and cost efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Review and optimise processes within designated areas.
• Support new product development for timely, cost‑effective production.
• Lead deviations, CAPA and quality system documentation.
• Coordinate manufacturing validation for existing and new processes.
• Lead onsite process excellence initiatives and PE awareness.
• Input into machinery purchases and evaluate new technologies.
• Ensure compliance with FDA/GMP/BSI/ISO and local regulations.
• Coach and mentor teams; drive waste reduction and continuous improvement.

Skills

Process engineering

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Organisational skills

Change management

Coaching / mentoring

Education

Engineering degree

HND in related discipline

Tools

ME2

Change control

Design control

Job description

Location: Blackpool (fully on-site with occasional opportunities to work from home)

Duration: 12 months (with the opportunity for an extension)

Hours: 37 hours per week (with early finish on Fridays)

Imagine your next project driving healthcare innovation and volume expansion within a growing, supportive team where you will directly impact new product introductions and operational excellence.

roles and responsibilities

• Process review and optimisation of specified process area/s.
• Input into new product development, to ensure timely introduction into production and that they are operationally cost effective.
• Initiation / completion of deviations, remedial actions, CAPA’s and other quality system documentation.
• Support and manage manufacturing validation effort for existing and new processes.
• Active member of multifunctional process and production improvement team.
• Study and implementation of world class manufacturing tools and techniques (Lean, ME2) within aligned process areas.
• Problem identification and resolution to root cause.
• Focused on identification and elimination of waste processes.
• Leadership and coordination of onsite Process Excellence initiatives and activities including certification, re-certification and promotion of PE awareness on site.
• Input into machinery purchases, investigating new technologies for existing processes.
• Follow and promote Company, HS&E and Quality standards to enable the site to achieve and maintain excellent results.
• Liaise with outside contractors whilst leading projects from conception to commissioning and handover.
• Ensure that processes are robust and as efficient and effective as possible.
• Ensure all activities are carried out in compliance with all regulations and laws governing business and quality operations (FDA / GMP / BSI / ISO, etc.).
• Ensure company compliance with all local, national, international and company regulations, policies and procedures for Health, Safety and Environmental compliance.
• Accountable for HSE compliance for their area of responsibility.

how to succeed

• Ideally an engineer with 1-2 years of experience, though open to candidates from industries outside of medical devices or pharmaceuticals.
• Good understanding of process engineering.
• Technical degree in related discipline (Engineering/Science/Chemical) preferred, or a minimum HND in related discipline.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing Initiatives to deliver business benefit.
• Able to demonstrate process, equipment improvements and waste reduction savings.
• Mature and persuasive.
• Ability to quickly comprehend complex issues.
• Sets high standards.
• Accepting of change.
• Ability to act as coach and mentor.
• Ability to carry out structured problem solving and Credo based decision making skills.
• Understands and applies HR policies and systems.
• Knowledge of CMW organization and products.
• Exposure to PEx , ME2 and Lean principles.
• Knowledge of Business Continuity Process and capable to lead fault finding processes.
• Complies with DePuy Synthes training requirements.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems.
• Knowledge of Health, Safety and Environment system requirements.
• Appreciation of budget planning and control.
• Understanding of the CapEx process.
• Ability to communicate and co-operate effectively at appropriate levels across different internal functions both orally and written.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Management of own workload and ability to work independently using own initiative.
• Good organisational skills.
• A good knowledge of design control and change control (desirable).
• Working knowledge and experience in the application of Lean / process excellence methodology for problem solving (desirable).

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for 12 months.

you are welcome here

DePuy Synthes is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

about DePuy Synthes

DePuy Synthes is the orthopaedic and neurological businesses of Johnson & Johnson - the world's most comprehensive and broadly-based healthcare company. At DePuy Synthes we specialise in our innovations in healthcare products, services and programs that make a real difference to millions of people across the world. We specialise in joint reconstruction, trauma, extremities, craniomaxillofacial, spinal surgery and sports medicine, and also the VELYS™ Digital Surgery portfolio. Contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough with your next project at DePuy Synthes.

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