Manufacturing Engineer: Gear & Process Optimizer

Nestle; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food and beverage company is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support operational activities from production concept through completion. Key tasks include technical guidance for manufacturing teams, ensuring quality standards, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. An Engineering Degree with practical manufacturing experience, along with knowledge in CNC programming and Lean techniques, is required. Competitive salary, bonus, and flexible working hours offered.

Benefits

Collaborative working environment

Competitive salary package

25-day holiday entitlement plus 2 paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• Proven practical engineering & manufacturing knowledge.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and create manufacturing drawings.
• Experience in CNC programming with aerospace & defence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance to manufacturing and assembly teams.
• Act as the communication line between engineering and manufacturing.
• Lead PFMEAs including process mapping and risk mitigation.
• Drive continuous improvement activities regarding quality and processes.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Manufacturing methods knowledge

Technical drawing interpretation

Lean manufacturing techniques

CNC programming

Education

Engineering Degree or equivalent

Job description

A leading food and beverage company is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support operational activities from production concept through completion. Key tasks include technical guidance for manufacturing teams, ensuring quality standards, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. An Engineering Degree with practical manufacturing experience, along with knowledge in CNC programming and Lean techniques, is required. Competitive salary, bonus, and flexible working hours offered.