Manufacturing Engineer

CBS Butler; Romsey; On-site; GBP 101,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

CBS Butler is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for an onsite role in Romsey. This 6-month assignment involves hands-on continuous improvement across electronics and electro-mechanical assembly, testing and delivery.

You will drive Lean and CI initiatives, lead structured problem-solving methods, and work closely with Engineering, Production and Supply Chain to deliver measurable improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proven track record leading CI projects and change within manufacturing.
• Hands-on improvement role with problem-solving focus.

Responsibilities

• Drive Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement initiatives to improve productivity, cost, lead times and quality.
• Lead structured problem-solving using 8D, RCA, DMAIC and PSP.
• Identify manufacturing risks, issues and improvement opportunities; collaborate with Engineering, Production and Supply Chain.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Continuous Improvement

Problem Solving

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

MRP systems

IFS ERP

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Romsey 5 days per week onsite
Duration: 6 months
Day Rate: £390 per day pay/£450 per day charge
IR35: Inside

Candidates must be willing and eligible for BPSS and SC clearance for this role.

We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer for an innovative tech and engineering organisation operating within the UK defence space. You'll play a key role in improving the way complex electronic and electro-mechanical products are assembled, tested and delivered.

This is a hands-on Continuous Improvement role for someone who enjoys getting into the detail, solving problems and making measurable improvements across manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities:

• Drive Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement initiatives to improve productivity, cost, lead times and quality
• Lead structured problem-solving using 8D, RCA, DMAIC and PSP
• Identify and deliver Lean/CI projects from concept through to implementation
• Implement and improve PFMEA, 5S and Asset Care programmes
• Investigate and resolve product non-conformances
• Support Production with electronics & hardware assembly, testing and troubleshooting
• Identify manufacturing risks, issues and improvement opportunities
• Work closely with Engineering, Production, Supply Chain and Project teams
• Support Supply Chain improvement initiatives
• Drive a genuine culture of continuous improvement across the operation

Required Experience:

• Strong experience in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma & Continuous Improvement
• Green Belt/Black Belt - Lean Six Sigma
• Experience leading manufacturing improvement projects and change
• Strong knowledge of electronic and electro-mechanical assembly & testing
• Experience troubleshooting product non-conformances
• Practical knowledge of 8D, RCA, DMAIC, PSP, PFMEA & 5S
• Experience with automated/manual measurement and test equipment
• Familiarity with MRP systems - IFS would be advantageous
• A degree in a relevant engineering discipline