Manufacturing Engineer

Morgan Ryder Associates; Cheadle; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruiter is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize assembly processes and support new product introductions. The ideal candidate will own final assembly uptime, enhance overall equipment effectiveness, and must have a degree in Engineering. The role emphasizes strong engineering skills and effective communication, with a significant focus on continuous improvement.

Benefits

Employer matched pension

Company share scheme

On-site social club

Auto enrolled training scheme

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on engineering approach.
• Effective under pressure with a results-driven mindset.
• Proven ability to lead change and foster continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Own and optimise final assembly equipment uptime.
• Drive improvements in Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) through APQP, PEP, and PPAP framework.

Skills

Strong hands-on engineering approach

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Innovative thinker with analytical abilities

Proven ability to lead change

Customer-focused with growth-oriented attitude

Education

Degree or equivalent in Engineering

Prior experience in manufacturing and product engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office skills

Job description

Overview

Manufacturing Engineer Manchester Up to £50 000 & excellent benefits including… Employer matched pension Company share scheme On-site social club Auto enrolled training scheme

Key Responsibilities

• Own and optimise final assembly equipment uptime and turbocharger assembly processes
• Drive improvements in Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) through APQP, PEP, and PPAP framework
• Manage tooling systems, production setup sheets, and operator SOPs
• Resolve 'run at rate' production issues with sustained engineering support
• Champion Six Sigma and continuous improvement methodologies
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards (IATF16949, OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001)
• Lead root cause analysis, kaizen activities, and problem-solving initiatives
• Maintain and edit FMEA and Control Plans
• Procure and maintain final assembly equipment and tooling in line with UK PUWER regulations
• Modify tooling drawings to support process changes and improvements
• Collaborate with OE plants and engineering teams during NPI correlation
• Manage capital projects including proposals, budgeting, and cost control

Skills & Attributes

• Strong hands-on engineering approach
• Effective under pressure with a results-driven mindset
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Innovative thinker with solid analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Proven ability to lead change and foster continuous improvement
• Customer-focused with a growth-oriented attitude
• Skilled at building collaborative working relationships

Experience & Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering
• Prior experience in manufacturing and product engineering
• Strong Microsoft Office skills

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At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions.

We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Defence Equipment, Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy.

Our commitment:

Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic.

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