Manufacturing Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment platform is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Oxfordshire to enhance production systems and lead projects focusing on quality and efficiency. Candidates should possess experience in engineering or manufacturing, with a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and strong project management skills. This role offers the opportunity to directly influence innovative manufacturing practices in a forward-thinking organization.

Benefits

Opportunity for professional growth

Impactful projects

Innovative work culture

Qualifications

• Background in engineering or manufacturing.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (or equivalent) experience.
• Ability to balance hands-on problem solving and strategic thinking.

Responsibilities

• Enhance production systems to boost quality and productivity.
• Lead projects to integrate new technologies and processes.
• Drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to reduce waste.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Project management

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Proficiency in MS D365

Tools

Industry 4.0 tools

Job description

Overview

Manufacturing Engineer Oxfordshire (occasional UK & international travel).

Are you passionate about improving production systems, driving efficiency, and making a real impact on how things are built? We’re looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team and play a key role in shaping smarter, faster, and more sustainable manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Enhancing production systems to boost quality, safety, and productivity.
• Leading projects that bring in new technologies, equipment, and processes.
• Driving Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to streamline workflows and cut waste.
• Supporting new product introductions and embedding design for manufacture principles.
• Partnering with stakeholders across UK and global teams to deliver measurable improvements.

What you’ll bring

• Background in engineering or manufacturing, with Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (or equivalent) experience.
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills (Ishikawa, DMAIC, 5 Whys, Pareto).
• Proficiency in MS D365 and a good understanding of Industry 4.0 tools.
• A collaborative approach, with the confidence to influence at all levels.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to balance hands-on problem solving and strategic thinking.

What’s in it for you?

• The opportunity to work at the heart of a forward-thinking engineering organisation with international reach.
• Ownership of impactful projects that will shape the efficiency and sustainability of our operations.
• A culture that values innovation, continuous improvement, and professional growth.

If you’re ready to take on a role where your ideas and expertise will directly improve how work is undertaken and delivered, apply now