Production Engineer

Found Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Storrington; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a proactive Production Engineer to join a growing team in West Sussex. This hands-on role focuses on problem-solving, training, and process improvement across multiple product lines. Candidates must have a background in manufacturing or production engineering, excellent documentation skills, and the ability to work collaboratively. Competitive salary and flexible leave are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

6.6 weeks fully flexible annual leave

Ongoing development exposure

Qualifications

• Proven experience in manufacturing/production engineering.
• Familiarity with CAD software (SolidWorks or Solid Edge) is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety regulations in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Provide support across production units.
• Deliver operator training for effective knowledge transfer.
• Optimise facilities and tooling to improve productivity.
• Create and manage Bills of Materials.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Manufacturing/production engineering background

Hands-on tools experience

CAD skills (SolidWorks or Solid Edge)

Electrical testing knowledge

Understanding of 5S and lean principles

Excellent documentation skills

Job description

Overview

Position: Production Engineer
Location: West Sussex (RH20)
Reporting to: Production Engineering Manager

About the Role

We're seeking a proactive, solutions-driven Production Engineer to join our growing team. This is a hands-on, multi-discipline role focused on problem-solving, training, documentation and process improvement. You'll support operators, optimise processes and improve facilities across multiple product lines to drive quality and efficiency. You'll be part of a highly capable team delivering practical, creative solutions that save time, reduce downtime and enhance operator performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support across all production units in the Gradients Division.
• Deliver operator training to ensure clear, practical knowledge transfer.
• Participate in product builds during induction to gain in-depth knowledge.
• Diagnose and resolve operator faults, downtime and process inefficiencies.
• Write and simplify documentation and handover notes, supporting ESL operators.
• Optimise facilities, tooling and equipment to improve productivity.
• Create and manage Bills of Materials, liaising with purchasing and building cost cases.
• Lead and support multiple projects, managing priorities and deadlines.
• Act as a service provider to internal teams, building strong stakeholder relationships.
• Collaborate closely with key stakeholders on continuous improvements.
• Support weekly team routines (e.g., Monday huddles, Friday reviews).
• Uphold health & safety standards in all activities.

Skills & Experience

• Strong background in manufacturing/production engineering; cell-led environments advantageous.
• Hands-on with tools and a “make it happen” mindset.
• CAD/drawing skills (SolidWorks or Solid Edge desirable).
• Experience with machine shop or cell-type engineering preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical testing beneficial.
• Understanding of 5S and lean principles desirable.
• Awareness of project management, timelines and deliverables.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety in manufacturing.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive, forward-thinking, and solutions-focused.
• Creative problem-solver who asks “why, what, how.”
• Self-manages workload and priorities effectively.
• Strong communicator and relationship builder.
• Professional, collaborative, and never restricted by “that\'s not my job.”
• Resilient, adaptable, and open to learning.
• Customer-focused, always aiming to make stakeholders' jobs easier.

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
• 6.6 weeks fully flexible annual leave.
• Work across varied projects, products, and facilities.
• Be part of a growing, quality-driven engineering team.
• Ongoing development and exposure to cutting-edge projects