Production Engineer

Rubicon Recruitment; Blandford Forum; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering business in Blandford is seeking a Production Engineer to enhance manufacturing processes and drive production efficiency. Responsibilities include managing projects, redesigning layouts, and leading new processes. Candidates must possess strong problem-solving skills and experience in the field. A competitive salary of £36,000 is offered along with substantial benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday (+ bank holidays)

Annual bonus scheme

Healthcare plan

Pension scheme

Opportunities for further development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a production engineering or manufacturing engineering role.
• Strong knowledge of lean tools such as 5Y, 8D, FMEA, and Value Stream Mapping.
• Ability to lead projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Managing production engineering projects and reporting on progress.
• Designing and improving production cell layouts to optimise efficiency.
• Leading the introduction of new processes, tools, and practices.

Skills

Problem-solving

Lean tools knowledge

Project leadership

Collaboration

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Production Engineer | Blandford | £36,000

Are you a methodical problem-solver with a passion for improving manufacturing processes? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your ideas can make a real impact?

Join a well-established engineering business where you'll play a key role in driving production efficiency, introducing new processes, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays)
• Annual bonus scheme
• Healthcare plan
• Pension scheme
• Opportunities for further development

Responsibilities

• Managing production engineering projects and reporting on progress
• Designing and improving production cell layouts to optimise efficiency
• Leading the introduction of new processes, tools, and practices
• Creating and maintaining work instructions, procedures, and documentation
• Supporting prototype builds and resolving manufacturing issues

Requirements

• Previous experience in a production engineering or manufacturing engineering role
• Strong knowledge of lean tools such as 5Y, 8D, FMEA, and Value Stream Mapping
• Familiarity with ERP systems and engineering documentation
• Ability to lead projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• A methodical and analytical approach to problem-solving

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Josh Hill at Rubicon for more information