Graduate Manufacturing Engineer

Fusion People Ltd; Cookstown; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonus

33 days holiday

Private healthcare scheme

Pension and life assurance

Access to online learning and ongoing

Free on-site parking

Staff discount card

Career progression

Job summary

Fusion People Ltd are recruiting a Graduate Manufacturing Engineer for a busy Cookstown site. You will review processes, drive improvements and support new product development with cross-functional teams.

The role requires an engineering degree or equivalent, knowledge of lean manufacturing, and proficiency in MS Office. Experience with 3D modelling and ERP/MRP adds advantage. Permanent, with a competitive package and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• An HNC, HND or degree in engineering.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing.
• Confident with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with 3D modelling software and ERP/MRP systems.
• Organised, methodical and calm under pressure, with a sharp eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing current manufacturing processes and driving continuous improvement.
• Leading on containment, root-cause analysis and corrective actions when production issues arise.
• Applying lean tools such as 5S, Poka-Yoke and structured problem solving to improve flow.
• Implementing engineering changes on the shop floor and keeping accurate records.
• Carrying out time studies to support production planning and labour management.
• Supporting new product development, advising on tooling and fixtures and overseeing prototype builds.
• Working with cross-functional teams to solve problems and hit deadlines.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Microsoft Office

3D modelling

ERP/MRP (Oracle)

Organised / detail-oriented

Education

HNC / HND or degree in engineering

Tools

3D modelling software

ERP/MRP systems (Oracle)

Job description

Graduate Manufacturing Engineer

Cookstown, Co. Tyrone | Permanent, Full Time (39.75 hrs) | Competitive salary + bonus

Fusion People are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of one of our esteemed clients, a global manufacturer of specialist heavy equipment with a busy production site in Cookstown.

What you'll be doing

• Reviewing current manufacturing processes and driving continuous improvement
• Leading on containment, root-cause analysis and corrective actions when production issues arise
• Applying lean tools such as 5S, Poka-Yoke and structured problem solving to improve flow
• Implementing engineering changes on the shop floor and keeping accurate records
• Carrying out time studies to support production planning and labour management
• Supporting new product development, advising on tooling and fixtures and overseeing prototype builds
• Working with cross-functional teams to solve problems and hit deadlines

What we're looking for

• An HNC, HND or degree in engineering
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing
• Confident with Microsoft Office
• Experience with 3D modelling software, ERP/MRP systems (such as Oracle), machine shop or fabrication would all be a bonus
• Organised, methodical and calm under pressure, with a sharp eye for detail

What's on offer

• Competitive salary plus annual team bonus
• 33 days holiday
• Private healthcare scheme
• Pension and life assurance
• Access to online learning and ongoing development
• Free on-site parking and a staff discount card
• A safety-first, supportive culture with real career progression

Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability.