Lean Production Engineer - Process Improvement

Tibidabo Scientific Industries; St Leonards; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

Group Personal Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cyclescheme

Home & Tech Scheme

Birthday Leave

Job summary

Photek, based in East Sussex, seeks a Production Engineer to join the Engineering team and optimise production processes to minimise waste and maximise quality. The role involves planning, implementing corrective actions, and collaborating with Production Operators and engineering teams.

The ideal candidate will have mechanical/production engineering experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Mechanical/Production Engineering qualifications to HND level or similar.
• Experience in mechanical assembly and design including jigs and fixtures.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret mechanical drawings.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Monitor processes and performance with Production Operators to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Provide training to Production Operators on standard procedures.
• Maintain quality standards across all production processes.
• Address and resolve problems or delays in production.
• Apply 8-step problem solving to identify corrective actions when issues arise.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Communication

Working under pressure

Education

HND in Mechanical/Production Engineering

Degree in Mechanical/Production Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Photek, based in East Sussex, seeks a Production Engineer to join the Engineering team and optimise production processes to minimise waste and maximise quality. The role involves planning, implementing corrective actions, and collaborating with Production Operators and engineering teams.

The ideal candidate will have mechanical/production engineering experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead improvements in a fast-paced environment.