Production Team Member

Melton, United Kingdom
2 days ago
Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Shift-work
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Entry
Posted
4 Jun 2026 (2 days ago)

Benefits

Discounts on Gyms and Fitness Clubs Salary Sacrifice Bicycle and Car Schemes Employee Discounts
Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.Join our manufacturing team as aProduction Team Member and play a hands on role in producing high quality medical devices that make a real difference to patients’ lives. This is a great opportunity to work in a regulated, safety first environment where teamwork, learning and continuous improvement are part of everyday life.

What will you be doing?

You will be part of a close knit production team responsible for running and maintaining complex manufacturing equipment. From preparing and setting up machines, to carrying out in process checks and keeping accurate documentation, your work will help ensure products are made safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. You will collaborate with colleagues and support teams across the site, share knowledge and skills, and actively contribute ideas that improve safety, quality and performance.

What will you need to be successful?

Success in this role comes from combining technical capability with the right behaviours and mindset. You will need:
  • A strong focus on safety, quality and compliance, with the discipline to follow procedures and standards every time
  • The ability to operate and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment, with a willingness to learn and build technical knowledge
  • A collaborative approach, supporting and coaching colleagues and contributing to a positive team culture
  • An interest in continuous improvement and the confidence to challenge ways of working to make things better
  • Flexibility to work across different shift patters with notice when required (8 hours Mon-Fri days and nights or 12 hour rotating patterns including nights and weekends)
  • Flexibility to work from either Hull or Melton site with correct notice
You. Unlimited.
We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our Strongest investments are in our people and patients we serve.
Inclusion and Belonging: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about our Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (www.smith-nephew.com)
Training: Hands-On, Team-Customised, Mentorship.
Extra Perks: Discounts on Gyms and fitness clubs, Salary Sacrifice Bicycle and Car Schemes and many other Employee discounts.

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