Hands-On Production Engineering Lead

Westray Recruitment Consultants Ltd; Skelton-in-Cleveland; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Subsidised canteen

Pension scheme

Cycle to work

Tech scheme

Free on-site parking

Cycle store

Social events

Recognition & long-service awards

Job summary

Westray Recruitment Group is representing a family-owned engineering business in Saltburn-by-the-Sea, seeking a production engineering supervisor to lead across production departments and ensure quality and delivery.

You will provide hands-on technical leadership, review manufacturing documentation, and drive continuous improvement while upholding ISO 9001 quality standards in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• This is a fantastic opportunity for somebody with a machining background who wants to transition into a supervisory role.
• Technical Background: Strong experience in CNC machining, mechanical engineering, tooling, workholding, and production engineering.
• Quality & Systems: Solid knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems and the ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and documentation.
• Key Traits: Technically credible, hands-on, methodical, organised, and calm under pressure with strong problem-solving skills.
• Communication & Tech: Strong digital skills, an interest in technology, and excellent communication skills to engage effectively across all business levels.
• Desirable Experience: Prior exposure to balancing, pressure testing, shot blasting/painting, or advanced metrology (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Provide technical supervision and practical guidance to engineers and operators through regular shop floor engagement.
• Review and approve manufacturing documentation prior to production release.
• Lead technical input during contract reviews, identifying tooling, manufacturing methods, and potential production risks.
• Ensure production teams strictly follow approved manufacturing methods and QHSE requirements.
• Support tooling selection, process optimisation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Carry out stage inspections, support quality planning, NCR investigations, and root cause analysis alongside the Quality and Production teams.

Job description

Westray Recruitment Group is representing a family-owned engineering business in Saltburn-by-the-Sea, seeking a production engineering supervisor to lead across production departments and ensure quality and delivery.

You will provide hands-on technical leadership, review manufacturing documentation, and drive continuous improvement while upholding ISO 9001 quality standards in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.