Production Engineer

Recruit Engineering; Long Lee; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established UK-based engineering manufacturer is seeking a Production Engineer to join its team. You will develop CNC programs, optimize machining methods, and support production efficiency. The role offers a salary of £38,000, 33 days holiday, and various employee benefits including a pension scheme and flexible working hours.

Benefits

33 days holiday including bank holidays

8% pension scheme

Flexitime and early finish on Fridays

Onsite parking

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Death in Service cover

£1,500 employee referral bonus

Christmas shutdown

Qualifications

• Proven communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience in health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine CNC programs.
• Optimize tooling and machining methods.
• Design and implement jigs and tooling solutions.
• Support training initiatives.
• Assess machining subcontractors for quality.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Proactive and hands-on approach

Focus on health & safety

Knowledge of ISO9001:2015

Tools

Hypermill CAD/CAM software

Job description

Overview

Production Engineer

Salary: £38,000

An established UK-based engineering manufacturer is seeking a Production Engineer to strengthen its growing team. Reporting to the Head of Manufacturing, you'll be responsible for improving machining processes, driving efficiency on the shop floor, and supporting continuous development across production.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and refine CNC programs using Hypermill CAD/CAM software
• Work closely with machinists and suppliers to optimise tooling and machining methods
• Design and implement jigs, fixtures, and tooling solutions to support production flow
• Review and improve component routings and manufacturing methods
• Support training initiatives, including machine setups and apprentice development
• Assess and coordinate machining subcontractors in terms of quality and capability
• Contribute to layout planning, equipment maintenance schedules, and risk assessments
• Drive Continuous Improvement and Lean manufacturing initiatives
• Provide machine cover when necessary to ensure production continuity
• Collaborate with internal departments and external suppliers to resolve production issues

What We're Looking For

• Strong communicator with the ability to work effectively within a team
• Proactive, hands-on approach with a strong focus on health & safety
• Awareness of ISO9001:2015 standards is desirable

What’s on Offer

• £38,000 annual salary
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• 8% pension (4% employer / 4% employee)
• 39-hour week with flexitime and early finish on Fridays
• Paid sick leave after six months' service
• Onsite parking, Cycle to Work scheme, and shower facilities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in Service cover
• £1,500 employee referral bonus
• Christmas shutdown

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