Production Engineer | Drive Process Improvement & Lean

Active Staff; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking on site

Pension

20 days holiday + BH

Early finish Friday

Job summary

Active Staff is seeking a Production Engineer for a growing site in the area. You will work with Production and Quality teams to solve process challenges, implement improvements, and uphold robust engineering standards.

Role involves analysing processes with PFMEA, driving continuous improvement, supporting APQP activities, and ensuring safe, efficient manufacturing practices with strong problem-solving and leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline — desirable.
• Minimum 2 years working autonomously or as part of a team in a manufacturing/process/production engineering role.
• Knowledge of APQP core tools (PFMEA, Control Plans, etc.) — desirable.
• Experience with CAD software — desirable.
• Lean Six Sigma knowledge or certification — desirable.
• Relevant technical knowledge in manufacturing and assembly operations.
• Good leadership skills.
• Strong IT skills.
• Problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and improve manufacturing processes using PFMEA and engineering best practices.
• Optimise production methods, tooling, and materials with internal teams and suppliers.
• Troubleshoot issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost reduction while maintaining quality standards.
• Develop and maintain robust processes, including work instructions and control plans.
• Enhance efficiency through workflow, layout, and capacity improvements.
• Monitor performance and support reporting, costing, and production planning.
• Provide technical support across teams and ensure safe working practices.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and manage tooling requirements.
• Support APQP activities and maintain accurate process documentation.

Skills

PFMEA

Control Plans

Lean Six Sigma

CAD software

Problem solving

Leadership

IT skills

Manufacturing knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

Job description

Active Staff is seeking a Production Engineer for a growing site in the area. You will work with Production and Quality teams to solve process challenges, implement improvements, and uphold robust engineering standards.

Role involves analysing processes with PFMEA, driving continuous improvement, supporting APQP activities, and ensuring safe, efficient manufacturing practices with strong problem-solving and leadership.