Production Engineer

ACS Business Performance Ltd; Swanley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Swanley is seeking a Production Engineer to lead production activities for New Product Introductions and maintain existing product lines. The ideal candidate will have an HNC in engineering, experience with production documentation, and strong skills in AutoCAD. This role emphasizes safety, compliance, and continuous improvement in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to interpret and produce engineering drawings.
• Experience in setting up and maintaining production line documentation and procedures.
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding operational goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead production-related activities for New Product Introductions (NPI).
• Support and maintain existing product lines.
• Develop and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Monitor and report production KPIs to stakeholders.
• Design and maintain engineering documentation.
• Ensure a safe working environment.
• Oversee the setup of new production equipment.
• Provide operator training.
• Drive continuous improvement using LEAN manufacturing principles.
• Troubleshoot production line issues.

Skills

Engineering drawing interpretation

AutoCAD

Production documentation management

Communication skills

Decision-making skills

Organised and detail-oriented

Flexibility

Proactive attitude

Education

HNC or equivalent in a relevant engineering field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead production-related activities for New Product Introductions (NPI).

• Support and maintain existing product lines and production documentation.

• Develop and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Monitor and report production KPIs to stakeholders.

• Design and maintain engineering documentation including BoMs and work instructions.

• Ensure a safe working environment in compliance with regulations and internal policies.

• Oversee the setup, installation, and commissioning of new production equipment.

• Provide operator training for safe and effective equipment use.

• Drive continuous improvement using LEAN manufacturing principles.

• Troubleshoot production line issues and liaise with internal/external teams.

• Manage manufacturing drawing preparation, routing flows, and consumables.

Requirements & Skills:

• HNC or equivalent in a relevant engineering field-Electronics / Mechanical

• Strong ability to interpret and produce engineering drawings.

• Experience in setting up and maintaining production line documentation and procedures.

• Knowledge and experience in autoCAD

• Strong communication and decision-making skills.

• Organised, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities.

• Flexible and adaptable with a proactive, enthusiastic attitude.

• Willingness to work beyond standard hours when necessary.

• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding operational goals.