Production Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Oldham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Engineer to enhance manufacturing processes. In this role, you will design production tools, implement standards, and lead continuous improvement initiatives. Your expertise will drive efficiency and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. Join a dynamic team where your leadership and innovative spirit will make a significant impact on production processes. This position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and development, making it ideal for those passionate about engineering and production excellence.

Benefits

Pension

Life Insurance

Onsite Canteen

Free Parking

Employee Assistance

Community Events

Travel Opportunities

Qualifications

• HND/Degree in relevant engineering field required.
• Experience in electronics or automotive industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve manufacturing processes for efficiency and quality.
• Lead innovation projects and manage documentation in SAP.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Lean Manufacturing Techniques

Six Sigma

Education

HND/Degree in Mechanical Engineering

HND/Degree in Production Engineering

HND/Degree in Electronic Engineering

HND/Degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SAP

CAD

APQP Tools

Job description

Job Description for Production Engineer

Crane Payment Innovations (CPI) powers everyday transactions with over 10 million devices worldwide, facilitating more than 4 billion transactions weekly across 143 currencies. Headquartered in Malvern, PA, CPI employs over 2,500 associates globally, with multiple manufacturing sites, offices, and service branches.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Production Engineer, you will develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes to ensure products are produced efficiently, cost-effectively, and in compliance with safety and quality standards. Your responsibilities include:

• Defining, implementing, and improving standard work in production cells.
• Designing and implementing production jigs, fixtures, and tools.
• Maintaining TPM standards, calibration systems, and SOP documentation.
• Providing support and training to technicians and auditors.
• Leading innovation projects, productivity improvements, NPI, CAPEX, and continuous improvement activities.
• Managing documentation, BOMs, cycle times in SAP, and engineering changes.
• Supporting quality metrics, root cause analysis, and technology integration.

Who We're Looking For

We seek an excellent leader passionate about overseeing production processes, continuous learning, and team collaboration.

Qualifications and Requirements

• HND/Degree in Mechanical, Production, Electronic, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Experience in electronics or automotive industries is advantageous.
• Knowledge of plastics, machine shop, PCBs, pneumatics, control systems, CAD, SAP, and quality systems.
• Lean Manufacturing techniques knowledge; Six Sigma training is a plus.
• Experience with APQP tools, SOP creation, and equipment negotiation.

Personal Attributes

• Leadership, delegation, facilitation, teamwork, presentation, communication skills.
• Action-oriented, performance-focused, organized, analytical, and confident.
• Flexible, innovative, and committed to self-development.

What We’re Offering

• Pension, life insurance, onsite canteen, free parking, employee assistance, community events, and travel opportunities.