Production Engineer

Job Description

Production Engineer - Health Tech Business | Wakefield

Are you an experienced Production Engineer looking for a challenging and exciting opportunity in the health tech industry? KO2's client, an innovative health tech business based in Wakefield, is looking to expand its team with the first-ever Production Engineer to help scale and optimise production processes.

As a Production Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in supporting the company's transition into the NPI (New Product Introduction) phase, ensuring the successful setup of production in the factory. You'll work closely with the R&D team in the design office, collaborating on mechanical design changes, BOM (Bill of Materials) updates, and engineering modifications. The Production Engineer will be responsible for designing production jigs, creating and improving assembly processes, and providing training and support for the shop floor.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing mechanical support fixtures and optimising production processes using Solidworks.




• Creating and maintaining production work instructions, ensuring they are digital and easy for the shop floor to follow.




• Overseeing production equipment and BOMs to ensure smooth production flow.




• Writing software for Sigma to control and streamline production processes, ensuring tightness specifications and the correct placement of parts.




• Collaborating with the shop floor team to ensure quality standards and the efficient operation of machinery.




• Potential to implement robotic solutions for the machine shop, including setup and programming.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Production Engineer who has a hands-on approach, solid experience in shop floor operations, and a knack for mechanical design and process improvement. The ideal candidate will have practical experience with data collection, analysis, and production equipment troubleshooting.

Key skills:

• 3D CAD for fixture design.




• Experience with production control systems.




• Strong understanding of production processes, including BOM management and mechanical support.




• Technical, data-driven approach to problem-solving.




• Hands-on experience with production processes and shop floor engineering.




• Ability to create digital work instructions and support production teams.

If you have a proven track record in production engineering and are excited to make a direct impact on an innovative business, we want to hear from you!

Salary: £28,000 - £38,000
Location: Fully onsite in Wakefield

KO2's client is offering an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a game-changing health tech business in a growing industry. If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Production Engineer, apply now!