manufacturing engineer Reading, England
Job description
About Occuity
At Occuity, we are pioneering ground-breaking technological solutions to alleviate some of humanity’s greatest healthcare challenges by developing technology that takes instant health diagnostic information simply by looking in the eye. With our clear vision and values, a world-leading team of experts, 9 international patents and more pending, we are developing a hugely innovative range of products that will improve the lives of millions of people around the world. Healthcare challenges are there to be solved and at Occuity, we have the vision and the technical ability to succeed. Occuity’s aim is for our accessible, non-contact, mobile diagnostic health devices to make repetitive, invasive monitoring a thing of the past.
At Occuity, we value being at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and we have an incredible team of people helping us do just that. Our employees are excited to be part of a team that thrives in a culture of innovation and imagination. Our success means that we are now expanding at a rapid pace and we are seeking truly exceptional people to join our team. We are looking for trailblazers, visionaries and the naturally inquisitive; those who can challenge and those who can inspire. At Occuity, every single person has a voice - and a vital contribution to make to our success.
If this sounds like you, why not join us on our journey?
The Role
As part of our ambitious growth plans, Occuity is now seeking a highly motivated individual to join our Production team as a Manufacturing Technician. This role is an ideal opportunity for someone with a keen eye for detail, who is able to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced and team-based environment.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
This is a varied role, which will include the following key responsibilities:
- Running a variety of mechanical and optical assembly and test procedures, accurately following protocols and work instructions
- Inspecting of parts, checking of all components before progressing to next steps
- Clearly documenting assembly and test data and observations, and compiling reports
- Closely working alongside the engineering team and quality team as required to overcome and resolve atypical events
- Taking part in root cause analysis/problem-solving as part of your development and gaining process knowledge/understanding
This is a hands-on role that offers a unique opportunity to be an integral part of a new and innovative company at an early stage. This will allow any candidate to be involved in different areas across the business, therefore significantly broadening their experience and allowing them to grow with the company.
Experience, Skills & Qualifications
To qualify for the Manufacturing Technician position, you will have previous experience of working in a complex manufacturing environment, you will have practical knowledge of skills such as excellent fault-finding and problem solving skills, but most importantly, you will have experience of mechanical assembly.
Essential
- Experience of working in assembly and test environments
- Must be organised and methodical with excellent attention to detail
- A proactive self-starting attitude is essential
- GMP background
- Ability to follow specific processes, protocols, and SOPs
- Ability to report and communicate issues with clarity
- Quality focused
- Good time management
- Positive attitude to work and an understanding of the need to change and improve
- Sound understanding of regulatory and business compliance
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Experience of collaborative team environments.
- Experience operating and working in a technically capable team.
- Keen attention to detail
Desirable
- A technical education in an engineering field
- Prior experience of working with optical components, equipment or medical devices
Personal Attributes
- Enthusiastic and passionate, you are a keen analytical thinker and problem solver
- Self-motivated, persistent and collaborative, you have a “can-do” attitude and approach
- A keen eye for detail
- Tenacious and persistent with a determination to go the extra mile to see all projects through to completion
- Equally capable of working independently or as part of a team
- An excellent communicator, you are adept at information sharing and contributing towards an open, positive team atmosphere
- You are excited about the prospect of making a real difference to people’s health around the world
Equality & Diversity
Occuity is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.
Further details on our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy can be found online
