Production Engineer

Nicholas Clarke Associates Ltd; Stafford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 day working week

Benefits

Job summary

Nicholas Clarke Associates Ltd in Stafford is seeking a hands‑on Production Engineer to improve manufacturing processes, solve engineering problems and reduce costs. You will take ownership of problems from start to finish, identify root causes and implement practical solutions.

This 4‑day/week role offers £35,000 - £45,000 DOE plus benefits, with a focus on continuous improvement within a growing manufacturing business in Staffordshire.

Qualifications

• Background in Production, Manufacturing or Process Engineering.
• Proven track record of improving manufacturing processes.
• Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills.
• Hands-on approach to engineering and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Improve production processes, efficiency, quality and costs.
• Investigate problems, identify root causes and implement solutions.
• Improve tooling, jigs, fixtures and manufacturing methods.
• Provide practical engineering support to the production team.
• Lead continuous improvement and cost-saving projects.
• Update work instructions, processes and engineering documentation.
• Work within a cross range of departments.
• Monitor improvements to ensure delivery of lasting results.

Skills

Production Engineering

Process Improvement

Root Cause Analysis

Problem Solving

Project Management

Communication Skills

Tools

CAD

Engineering Drawings

Tooling & Fixtures

Job description

Production Engineer

Stafford, Staffordshire.

£35,000 - £45,000 DOE + Benefits.

4 day working week (Monday – Thursday)

A thriving, successful manufacturing business based in Stafford are looking for a hands‑on Production Engineer to help improve their manufacturing processes, solve engineering problems and reduce costs. You will take ownership of problems from start to finish, identify root causes and put practical solutions in place.

Responsibilities

• Improve production processes, efficiency, quality and costs.
• Investigate problems, identify root causes and implement solutions.
• Improve tooling, jigs, fixtures and manufacturing methods.
• Provide practical engineering support to the production team.
• Lead continuous improvement and cost-saving projects.
• Update work instructions, processes and engineering documentation.
• Work within a cross range of departments.
• Monitor improvements to ensure delivery of lasting results.

Experience Required

• A background in Production, Manufacturing or Process Engineering.
• A proven track record of improving manufacturing processes.
• Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills.
• A practical, hands‑on approach to engineering.
• Experience with CAD, engineering drawings, tooling and fixtures.
• Good communication and project-management skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Production / Manufacturing Engineer to work within a successful, growing and progressive engineering business.