Manufacturing Engineer

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A Manufacturing Engineer role at Allscreens Nationwide Ltd in Plymouth, Devon, offers a hands-on opportunity to drive productivity, reduce waste and supporting quality across multiple Plymouth sites.

You will develop, improve and standardise manufacturing processes, support New Product Introduction and CI projects, and work with Production and cross-functional teams to use Lean tools and data to boost efficiency, cost, delivery and overall performance.

Qualifications

• Degree or Level 6 qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing or related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience applying lean tools and structured problem solving.
• Knowledge of data analysis and interpretation of manufacturing metrics.

Responsibilities

• Drive Continuous Improvement to reduce waste and improve cost, quality, delivery and efficiency across manufacturing operations.
• Lead NPI Continuous Improvement projects and support New Product Introduction activity across the business.
• Analyse manufacturing data and performance metrics to identify and implement process improvements.
• Maintain Standard Work, process maps and Bills of Materials.
• Optimise production processes, layouts, tooling, jigs, fixtures and build sequences.
• Provide problem-solving support to Production teams with structured methods.
• Improve manufacturing standards through standardisation and Design for Manufacture improvements.
• Collaborate with Production and cross-functional colleagues to deliver operational improvements.
• Promote Lean Manufacturing while upholding Health, Safety and Environment standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Hands-on engineering

Lean manufacturing

Project management

Stakeholder management

MS Office

Health and Safety

CAD experience

Education

Degree or Level 6 qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing or related discipline

Tools

CAD software

Job description

An excellent opportunity for a practical, hands-on engineering professional to support process improvement, Lean Manufacturing and operational efficiency across a busy manufacturing environment.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Production Engineer, Process Engineer, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Lean Manufacturing Engineer, NPI Engineer, Manufacturing Process Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Project Engineer, Quality Engineer, Engineering Technician

LOCATION: Plymouth, Devon, South West England - inter-site travel will be required across five Plymouth sites

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

JOB OVERVIEW

This is an excellent opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer to play a key role in improving productivity, reducing waste and supporting quality across manufacturing operations.

As the Manufacturing Engineer, you will develop, improve and standardise manufacturing processes, support New Product Introduction and help deliver Continuous Improvement projects across the business.

The Manufacturing Engineer will work closely with Production and cross-functional teams, using manufacturing data, Lean tools and structured problem-solving methods to improve efficiency, cost, delivery and operational performance.

DUTIES

• Drive Continuous Improvement: Identify and eliminate waste to improve cost, quality, delivery and efficiency across manufacturing operations
• Support NPI Projects: Lead Continuous Improvement projects and support New Product Introduction activity across the business
• Analyse Manufacturing Data: Review manufacturing data and performance metrics to identify and implement process improvements
• Maintain Process Documentation: Develop and maintain Standard Work, process maps and Bills of Materials
• Optimise Production Processes: Improve manufacturing processes, layouts, tooling, jigs, fixtures and build sequences
• Provide Problem-Solving Support: Support Production teams with structured problem-solving and practical engineering input
• Improve Manufacturing Standards: Drive standardisation and Design for Manufacture improvements across products and processes
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work with Production and cross-functional colleagues to deliver operational improvements
• Promote Lean Manufacturing: Champion Lean Manufacturing principles while maintaining high standards of Health, Safety and Environment

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to interpret manufacturing data and performance metrics
• Practical, hands-on engineering approach with sound manufacturing judgement
• Ability to apply engineering principles to improve processes, efficiency and cost
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools
• Excellent project management and organisational skills
• Self-motivated, proactive and accountable, with the ability to work independently and deliver results
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Good understanding of Health and Safety legislation and best practice
• Degree or Level 6 qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience
• CAD experience would be desirable

JOB REF: AWDO-P15065