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Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Newquay, United KingdomFull-time2026-08-04 → 2026-11-14

Core

Senior Manufacturing Engineer supporting a team in a high-volume, cleanroom medical device manufacturing facility to drive continuous improvement, process optimization, and cost savings.

Role type

Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Medical Devices)

Builds

High-volume medical device manufacturing lines in a cleanroom environment

Domain

Life sciences, diagnostics, biotechnology, medical devices

Required skills

Team coaching and development, Process optimization (OEE), Cost reduction and waste elimination, Business continuity risk management, Change-control and validation leadership, Structured problem-solving (5Whys, A3, Ishikawa, DMAIC, 8D), Data-driven decision making (SPC, OEE), High-speed automated assembly expertise, Regulated industry experience

Preferred skills

Bespoke assembly line experience, Robotic systems, Control & vision systems, Advanced plastic assembly & welding (Ultrasonic, RF, IR)

Responsibilities

Coach and develop Manufacturing Engineers and Technicians, Drive process optimization via OEE, Deliver cost savings through process capability improvements, Identify business continuity risks and lead equipment upgrades

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership