Manufacturing Engineer

Castle Employment Agency Ltd; Malton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the modular solutions sector is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to spearhead continuous improvement initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to influence and drive change within a collaborative environment, focusing on lean methodologies and operational efficiency. With a competitive salary and excellent benefits, this position is ideal for an experienced engineer eager to make a significant impact.

Benefits

25 days holiday + BH

7% matched pension

Private healthcare

Share save scheme

Qualifications

• Solid background in Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement Engineering.
• Hands-on experience with lean tools—5S, Kaizen, value stream mapping.
• Understanding of Six Sigma is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focusing on waste reduction and productivity.
• Drive lean manufacturing principles and coach stakeholders.
• Oversee strategic improvement projects from budgeting to delivery.

Skills

Lean tools and methodologies

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Project management

Communication

Education

Engineering qualification (HNC, HND, degree)

Job description

Malton | £40,000–£50,000+ DOE | ️ 25 days holiday + BH | 7% matched pension | ???? Private healthcare | Share save scheme

Ready to take the lead on change that matters? This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Continuous Improvement or Manufacturing Engineer who wants to make a genuine impact within a heavy engineering environment. You'll be joining the Modular Solutions division of an industry-leading manufacturer, known for delivering robust, steel-framed modular systems used in critical infrastructure projects across the UK and Europe. This role offers real variety, influence, and progression. Plus a competitive salary with flexibility for the right candidate.



The successful Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for:

• Leading continuous improvement initiatives across the site, focusing on waste reduction, workflow optimisation, and increased productivity.
  
  
• Driving lean manufacturing principles across departments, embedding best practice and coaching stakeholders from shop floor to senior leadership.
  
  
• Overseeing strategic improvement and installation projects—budgeting, scoping, resourcing, and delivering measurable outcomes.
  
  
• Supporting the deployment of automation and diagnostic strategies that enhance operational efficiency.
  
  
• Using data-driven insight to identify root causes, eliminate inefficiencies, and champion a culture of sustainable process improvement.
  
  
• Interfacing cross-functionally with Quality, Production, and Engineering to ensure alignment and engagement across all CI activity.
  
  

The successful Manufacturing Engineer will have:

• Solid background in Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement Engineering within a welding, fabrication, or heavy engineering environment (desirable)
  
  
• Hands-on experience with lean tools and methodologies—5S, Kaizen, value stream mapping, standard work, etc.
  
  
• An understanding of Six Sigma (formal qualification is a bonus, but not essential).
  
  
• Strong project management capability: able to run CI and capex projects from conception through to implementation.
  
  
• Excellent data analysis and problem-solving skills—able to identify trends and make data-led decisions.
  
  
• Confident communicator, able to influence across all levels and lead cultural change on the shop floor.
  
  
• Engineering qualification (HNC, HND, degree) or equivalent experience.
  
  

Why apply?

This is your chance to take a leading role in shaping the future of a growing modular manufacturing site, with a business that backs innovation and empowers its engineers to drive meaningful change. You’ll enjoy autonomy, variety, and the chance to deliver high-impact work in a genuinely collaborative environment. With flexibility on salary, excellent benefits, and strong support for professional development, this is a role that can grow with you.