Manufacturing Engineer

Michael Page (UK); England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in England is seeking a Manufacturing/Production/Process Improvement Engineer. You will be responsible for optimizing assembly methods, collaborating with design teams, and ensuring product quality. The role offers a supportive culture, opportunities for personal development, and a competitive salary of up to £45,000 annually.

Benefits

A supportive and inclusive company culture

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experienced Manufacturing/Production/Process Improvement Engineer from a manufacturing background.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality control concepts.
• Injection mould process experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Translate Design Engineering data into clear work instructions.
• Accountable for maintenance and development of detail packages for external manufacture.
• Responsible for Continuous Improvement to achieve productivity and quality improvements.

Skills

Lean Tools understanding

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams

Education

Recognised Engineering qualification (E.g HNC)

Job description

• Growing Manufacturer
• New investment & growth plans

About Our Client

My client is a prominent organisation in their industry, having been around for 60 years. They were a family run business that has built from the ground up, that are now owned by a large corporation, driving the growth of the business through the roof. They are renowned for their commitment to quality and innovation and operate within a large scale, setting them apart as industry leaders.

Job Description

• Responsible for the translation of Design Engineering data and specifications into clear and concise work instructions for manufacturing assemblies or product to customer and regulatory authority requirements.
• Accountable for the maintenance, development and compilation of detail packages of work and Conditions of Supply for external manufacture with suppliers.
• Responsible for Continuous Improvement to achieve significant productivity and quality improvements by:

• Analysing and eliminating waste (eight wastes).
• Developing and implementing production smoothing methods and Kanban systems.
• Identifying and implementing methods to reduce set-up and overall cycle times.
• Effective use of problem-solving tools and techniques.
• Collaborate with Design to identify and implement cost reduction initiatives and product quality improvements.

• Responsible for optimising assembly methods to increase efficiency, reduce non- conformance and improve the overall quality of our products.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of visible controls, measurement tools and business support systems alongside the production team.
• Responsible for checking and acceptance of new and modified design models and drawings as approved signatories.
• Responsible for the creation, maintenance and auditing of Manufacturing Engineering processes.
• Assisting with product audits, identifying and implementing corrective actions and managing the close out of customer non-conformances.
• Responsible for the identification of training and development requirements of Manufacturing Engineering staff through the PDR process.
• Responsible for the compilation and presentation of Manufacturing Engineering input at design reviews, both internal and external and the subsequent Manufacturing Engineering actions identified.
• Responsible for conducting Vendor assessment of the capabilities of potential suppliers.

39 Hours/Week

Monday - Thursday 08:00 - 17:00

Friday 08:00 - 16:00

The Successful Applicant

You will be an experienced Manufacturing/Production/Process Improvement Engineer from a manufacturing background, along with:

• A recognised Engineering qualification (E.g HNC)
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality control concepts
• Lean Tools understanding & experience deploying - e.,g. 5Y/8D
• Injection mould process experience would be desirable
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

What's on Offer

• Up to £45,000/annum
• A supportive and inclusive company culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Comprehensive benefits package