Production Process Engineer

Tunstall UKI; Goole; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health and care technology provider is seeking a Production Process Engineer for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves overseeing the manufacturing process of printed circuit boards and improving assembly efficiencies. Ideal candidates will have a relevant engineering degree and proven experience in production process engineering, alongside strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Holiday purchase scheme

Contributory pension

Paid volunteer day

Healthcare cash plan

Enhanced parental leave entitlements

Employee benefits platform 'Verlingue'

EAP WeCare service

Access to over 800 courses via Talent Library

Subsidised on-site canteen

Free car parking

Supportive team environment and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience in production process engineering.
• Strong technical writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee process flow from PCB assembly to top-level assembly.
• Develop effective assembly methods and standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate with management to improve quality and yields.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Education

Relevant Engineering Degree

Job description

We are looking to recruit a Production Process Engineer to join our Manufacturing Production Engineering team based at our facility in Whitley. This role is central to ensuring production of printed circuit boards (PCBs) and products to the highest standards of design and manufacturing excellence.

Main Purpose of Role

As a Production Process Engineer, you will oversee the process flow of manufactured products from printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) through to top-level assembly. Your responsibilities include developing effective assembly methods, standard operating procedures, controlling document surveys, managing product routings, creating inspection checklists for product setup, and improving the efficiencies of our assembly lines.

This is a 12-month Fixed Term Contract role.

The Ideal Candidate

To succeed in this role, you must have proven hands-on experience in production process engineering and possess a relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience. You should be a good communicator, collaborative, with strong technical writing skills, and a proactive, 'can-do' attitude. Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills are essential.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Contributory pension
• Paid volunteer day
• Healthcare cash plan
• Enhanced parental leave entitlements
• Employee benefits platform 'Verlingue'
• EAP WeCare service
• Access to over 800 courses via Talent Library
• Subsidised on-site canteen
• Free car parking
• Supportive team environment and career development opportunities

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Lead product manufacture and assembly, including pick and place, Waveflow, Selective Soldering, and high-level assembly methods and procedures
• Maintain and update product document surveys
• Furnish accurate product routings and inspection checklists
• Collaborate with process owners and management to identify issues and implement corrective actions to improve quality and yields
• Continuously improve manufacturing process technologies, methods, and techniques
• Engage in 6S processes to develop efficiencies
• Generate and report performance metrics, and take action to enhance processes
• Draft process maps and provide regular performance reports
• Plan and manage individual and team projects independently
• Provide technical support and training to the operations team

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Degree in relevant engineering discipline or equivalent experience
• Hands-on experience in production process from PCBA to top-level assembly
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Effective presentation skills
• Proficient technical writing skills
• Good IT skills
• Ability to plan and prioritize multiple tasks
• Effective problem-solving and analytical skills
• Collaborative team worker

If you're unsure whether you have the relevant skills or experience, please apply, and our team will review your application and get back to you.

About Us

Tunstall is a market-leading health and care technology provider. Our dedicated team of over 3,000 people delivers lifesaving and life-changing technology and services to millions across 18 countries. We value diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive and grow. Join us to be part of our mission and contribute to making a difference.