Manufacturing Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to work on precision forming projects. This role involves designing and developing processes for extruded aluminium, ensuring they meet exact specifications. You'll collaborate with CNC machining and Welding Engineers, driving efficiency and innovation in manufacturing. With a commitment to employee development and a robust benefits package, this opportunity promises job security and a chance to make a real impact in the industry. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Life Insurance Cover

Long Service Awards

Qualifications

• Hands-on engineering experience in forming or CNC bending.
• Ability to design and develop processes for precision forming.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine forming processes to meet customer specifications.
• Oversee initial production runs and identify process improvements.
• Assist in training and mentoring new team members.

Skills

CNC Bending

Problem Solving

Process Improvement

Job description

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Yolk Recruitment is supporting a leading manufacturer in their search for a Manufacturing Engineer. This is an exciting opportunity to work on precision forming projects, designing and developing processes that shape extruded aluminium to meet exact customer specifications. If you're a problem solver with hands-on engineering experience in forming or CNC bending and would like a chance to join a company that offers an excellent benefits package and great job security, this could be the role for you!

Key responsibilities:

1. Develop and refine forming processes to meet customer specifications for profile accuracy, cosmetic finish, and tolerances.
2. Design forming tooling and coordinate with internal and external toolmakers for production.
3. Set up and validate new contracts, ensuring they align with both customer and internal requirements.
4. Oversee initial production runs, identifying opportunities for process improvements and optimisation.
5. Work alongside CNC machining and Welding Engineers to provide complete engineering solutions.
6. Support cross-functional tasks and contribute to other departments as required.
7. Continuously develop forming expertise and stay updated with industry advancements.
8. Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities within the forming process.
9. Assist in training and mentoring new team members, contributing to their development.
10. Drive efficiency, innovation, and best practices within the manufacturing process.

And this is what you need:

• Experience in forming or CNC bending.

And this is what you get:

• Life insurance cover.
• Long service awards.

If you feel you have the skills, experience, and passion to be successful in this Manufacturing Engineer role, please apply.