Production Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a skilled Production Engineer for their factory-based team in the Manchester area. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining production line efficiency and compliance while working closely with the Engineering Manager. Focused on both mechanical and electrical support, this role also involves contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and ensuring the smooth operation of site infrastructure.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

4-day working week

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance or site services engineering role, ideally in manufacturing.
• Solid fault-finding skills in mechanical and electrical systems.
• Proactive problem-solver with a commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and reactive maintenance on production lines and machinery.
• Diagnose and resolve faults in mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Fault-Finding

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electric Motors

Inverter Drives

Liquid Handling Equipment

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Engineer

Salary: £50,000 per annum

Location: Factory-based, Manchester Area

Holiday: 28 days plus Bank Holidays

Working Hours: 4-day week (Monday to Thursday)

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Production Engineer to join their factory-based team. This is a hands-on role where you will play a critical part in maintaining the efficiency and reliability of their production lines, equipment, and site services. You’ll work closely with the Engineering Manager to minimise downtime, drive continuous improvements, and ensure high standards of safety and compliance across the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintenance and Repairs: Perform both preventative and reactive maintenance on production lines, utilities, and machinery to ensure smooth and efficient operation.
• Mechanical & Electrical Support: Diagnose and resolve faults in mechanical and electrical systems, including motors, inverter drives, pumps, and liquid handling equipment.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Follow all health and safety regulations, conduct risk assessments, and ensure all maintenance activities meet statutory and internal safety standards.
• Site Infrastructure: Maintain building services such as heating, ventilation, plumbing, and waste systems, coordinating with external contractors where needed.
• Record-Keeping: Accurately document maintenance tasks, inspections, and repairs, reporting to the Engineering Manager and ensuring records are audit-ready.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to ongoing improvement initiatives by identifying and suggesting cost-saving or efficiency-boosting upgrades to machinery and systems.

About You

Qualifications:

• Relevant engineering qualification such as NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.

Experience:

• Previous experience in a maintenance or site services engineering role, ideally in a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment.

Technical Skills:

• Solid fault-finding skills across both mechanical and electrical systems. Familiarity with electric motors, inverter drives, pumps, and liquid mixing or handling equipment is a strong advantage.

Additional Skills:

• Experience in workshop tasks such as turning, milling, and welding is desirable.

Personal Attributes:

• A proactive and resourceful problem-solver with a hands-on attitude, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and reliability.