Manufacturing Engineer

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.

As a Manufacturing Engineer
, your role will involve undertaking all aspects of the introduction of new products into manufacturing. Working closely with Design Engineers, you will ensure process capability to achieve SQCDE requirements and regulatory compliance of new product introductions and of changes to existing products.

Please note: this position is based on-site at our UK&I HQ in Essex.

What are the key responsibilities?

• You will design, plan and commission production line layouts/cells/equipment to achieve high QCD in NPI activities
• You will transfer and set up manufacturing data, including all manufacturing documentation
• You will complete document process verification & validation exercises in line with Design Control procedures
• You will provide ongoing support to maintain and improve production QCD
• You will generate engineering change requests (ECRs) to design change control procedures
• You will design and implement component supply and finished product systems (e.g. Kanban, Pulls systems)
• You will conduct Health & Safety, COSHH and PUWER risk assessments as required
• You will maintain up-to‑date knowledge of relevant manufacturing processes (injection moulding, sheet metal etc.)
• You will participate in development projects, continuous improvement activities, training, quality investigations and supplier selection as required

What qualifications and skills are required?

• Minimum of a HNC or above (HND/Degree) in an Engineering discipline is essential
• Previous experience of working in a regulated Engineering or Manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques
• Familiarity with design software tools
• Ability to interpret drawings
• Computer & IT literacy, including competency with Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently

This role requires you to be on your feet for extended periods of time, during your general day to day activities. Some travel may be required to visit subsidiary companies and suppliers.

What does Olympus offer?

• In addition to a competitive salary, you will receive a generous annual leave entitlement which increases over your length of service (starting at 26 days + bank holidays)
• You will be eligible to receive private medical cover
• We have a generous, comprehensive company pension scheme
• You will receive an annual health check with BUPA, funded by us
• We have an 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, enhanced parental leave and so much more!

About Olympus: in the UK & Ireland

Olympus UK & Ireland (UI) is one of the largest, and most profitable regions in the EMEA region. As both a Legal Manufacturer and Sales Center, we have a passionate and committed workforce of almost 1,000 people developing and advancing our medical technologies, and supporting both public (NHS/HSE) and private healthcare customers.