Production Engineer

MTrec Ltd Technical; South Shields; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in South Shields seeks an experienced Production Engineer to drive continuous improvement in operations. The role involves optimizing processes, ensuring quality standards, and implementing solutions for efficiency. Candidates should hold a degree in engineering and have experience with tooling design and production processes. The position offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Dayshift hours

Profit share scheme

Contributory pension

Private medical insurance

Company sick pay

23 days holiday + bank holidays

Staff discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience with process improvement, tooling/fixture design, and production troubleshooting.
• Strong problem-solving ability with a structured approach to diagnostics and solution development.
• Able to liaise effectively across departments.

Responsibilities

• Improve manufacturing methods and tooling to reduce waste.
• Maintain quality standards to meet specifications and expectations.
• Identify risks and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Support production planning and monitor operational performance.
• Conduct root cause analysis for technical issues.

Skills

Process improvement

Tooling/fixture design

Problem-solving

CNC programming

Cross-department liaising

Education

Degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Rewards and Benefits on Offer

• Competitive salary (flexible depending on experience)
• Dayshift hours for excellent work-life balance
• Profit share scheme
• Contributory pension (auto-enrolment)
• Private medical insurance (after qualifying period)
• Company sick pay (after 6 months)
• 23 days holiday + bank holidays
• Staff discounts on products
• Employee Assistance Programme

MTrec\'s New Client Opportunity

An opportunity has arisen for a Production Engineer to join MTrec\'s well-established and bespoke manufacturing client. This role is critical to driving continuous improvement across production operations, with a focus on efficiency, quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness. You\'ll be part of a forward-thinking engineering team supporting process development, tooling design, and operational excellence. If you are an experienced Production Engineer, and looking for your next career move, apply now for an immediate response!

The Job you will do

• Improve manufacturing methods, tooling, and equipment to reduce waste, improve output, and lower production costs.
• Maintain and enhance quality standards, ensuring all products meet required specifications and customer expectations.
• Identify risks, enforce health and safety procedures, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Monitor operational performance, support production planning, and help teams meet output targets.
• Conduct root cause analysis for technical issues and implement practical, long-term solutions.
• Lead initiatives to minimise material usage and operational inefficiencies without compromising quality.
• Facilitate smooth integration of new products into manufacturing, including tooling, documentation, and costings.
• Provide hands-on support and training to production teams to improve technical skills and reduce process variation.

About you

• Degree-qualified or equivalent experience in a manufacturing or industrial engineering environment.
• Experience with process improvement, tooling/fixture design, and production troubleshooting.
• Strong problem-solving ability with a structured approach to diagnostics and solution development.
• Able to liaise effectively across departments, including design, production, and management teams.
• Confident in influencing teams, driving change, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Skilled in writing and adjusting CNC programs to support precision manufacturing.
• Knowledge of timber and woodworking processes is advantageous but not essential