Smith+Nephew
ManufacturingEngineer
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“Manufacturing Engineer at Smith+Nephew. Skills: Manufacturing Engineering, Process Control, Quality Systems. Support daily manufacturing operations. Ensure processes executed per procedures”
Industry & Context.
Resolve production issues; Resolve quality issues; Troubleshooting; Process optimization
No visa transfer, No sponsorship, Lift 35lbs, Work on manufacturing floor, Perform light manual tasks
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Familiarity with CAD software, Interpret technical drawings, Willingness to work hands-on
Nice to Have
Internship or co-op experience, Exposure to Quality Management Systems, Experience with data analysis tools, Exposure to MES or digital manufacturing tools, Experience with basic mechanical design, SolidWorks experience
What You'll Do.
Support daily manufacturing operations
Ensure processes executed per procedures
Support process validation
Support equipment qualification
Support continuous improvement initiatives
Develop digital process tools
Test digital process tools
Maintain digital process tools
Analyze manufacturing data
Identify inefficiencies
Identify improvement opportunities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams
Resolve production issues
Resolve quality issues
Support equipment operation
Support troubleshooting
Support process optimization
Support basic fixture design
Support process improvements
Support documentation updates
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Quality; Operations; Engineering
Full Job Description
**Life Unlimited.** At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. Manufacturing Engineering role that supports manufacturing operations with a focus on process control, quality systems, and continuous improvement. This role combines hands-on shop-floor engagement, including running manufacturing equipment and performing operator responsibilities, with engineering analysis and digital process development, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient production. The engineer works cross-functionally to improve processes, resolve issues, and support scalable manufacturing solutions. **_**This position is not offering any type of visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future**_** **What will you be doing?** * Support daily manufacturing operations by ensuring processes are executed in accordance with approved procedures and work instructions * Support process validation, equipment qualification, and continuous improvement initiatives * Develop, test, and maintain digital process tools to support manufacturing execution and data collection * Analyse manufacturing and quality data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities * Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Quality, Operations, Engineering) to resolve production and quality issues * Support equipment operation, troubleshooting, and process optimization efforts * Utilize CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks) to support basic fixture design, process improvements, and documentation updates **What will you need to be successful?** **Required Qualifications** **Education:** * Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Biomedical, Industrial, or related field) **Knowledge:** * Familiarity with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) * Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and procedures **Competences:** * Willingness to work in a hands-on, shop-floor environment **Preferred Qualifications** **Experience:** * Internship,
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