Job title: Senior Process Engineer
Location: Hamble, Southampton
Department: CVI Technical Group
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week (Flexibility with home vs office dependant on business need)

A brighter future awaits you

CooperVision is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of soft contact lenses with a presence in over 100 countries. Being part of CooperVision means helping improve the way people see each day. It’s more than making contact lenses, it’s about giving lens wearers freedom and confidence to move about their daily lives. We’re all about bright futures – for our people and those who wear our contact lenses.

At CooperVision, we’re big on belonging. Everyone’s contribution counts, and that’s why inclusion and diversity are so important. It isn’t just the right thing to do; it’s what makes our company the best it can be. We are committed to creating an inclusive and engaging workplace. Our Employee Resource Groups offer employees to grow within a safe and inclusive space.  So be yourself, whoever you are, and let’s achieve amazing things together.


Job summary - What to expect:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Process Engineer to join our Global Technical Innovation Group at our site in Hamble, Southampton. This is a great role where you will be responsible for the investigation, development and delivery of advanced manufacturing technology opportunities to support the business requirements of manufacturing processes and new product development.

As a Senior Process Engineer, you will have full responsibility for the supply of “state of the art” technology to support the manufacturing process development globally and be responsible for the technical quality of work undertaken in projects both in terms of time, quality and cost.


About you:

Is recognised as an advanced practitioner of their technical skills. Project manages projects of reasonable complexity, including budgets and resources (internal and external), if appropriate. Provides significant technical contribution to the European Technical Innovations Group. Provides significant technical contribution to projects. Understands injection moulding principles and processes. To be self-motivating and pro-active in the searching and awareness of new technology. Work closely with the R&D activities globally to ensure the effective development of industrial processes to support new product /material developments. Participate in global multi-functional project teams as an expert/module leader to ensure the effective delivery of business objectives. Is responsible for mentoring the technical discipline, personal development, and career progression of other staff, as required. Supports/ leads the selection and development of the best vendors to meet the requirements of the business. Supports/ leads and delivers new technology projects to time and cost that deliver new, robust and commercially beneficial processes. Approval and management for all the Technical content of the Design History Files including regulatory documentation, such as qualification protocols and specifications Supports/ leads Design Review Process and FMEA process for projects where appropriate. Attends appropriate management meetings and reports on projects. To support the Global Manufacturing - Technical Groups as required

Experience & Education:

5 years’ + experience as a Project/Process/Production Engineer. If you have worked in a regulated industry e.g., Pharma, aerospace, medical device this would be desirable. Knowledge of contact lens manufacturing process preferred. Some experience of Injection moulding processes is required. Strong process engineering background Automated manufacturing technology experience Project management experience Good analytical and problem-solving skills. Degree level engineering qualification.
 

What we offer:


You’ll receive competitive compensation and a fantastic benefits package including; 25 days holiday, pension scheme, healthcare cover, life assurance, access to our Wellness Platform to support you in mental health and wellbeing, a discounted contact lens scheme and much more!

We are committed to our employees’ personal and professional development and offer extensive training to support your career growth and help every individual to reach their full potential. To help us achieve our goals, we’ll give you everything you need to help you achieve yours. 
We also provide access to LinkedIn Learning to help you develop in your career and grow with CooperVision.


What you can expect:

As a CooperVision employee, you’ll be welcomed into a diverse and progressive global business. We appreciate how important fostering a diverse and inclusive culture is and how different perspectives add value and contribute to our success. With our CooperPride, African Descent, Woman’s Impact Network and Mind Body and Wellbeing Employee Resource Groups, we offer opportunities for employees to learn and grow within an inclusive and safe space.


If you like what you see, take the first step towards your Brighter Future and apply today! All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal consideration and opportunities from CooperVision.

We operate a candidate referral scheme, so if you know anyone who could be a perfect fit for this role, please email their CV to referafriend@coopervision quoting the job reference code to enjoy a £100 voucher reward if they are successful!

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