Production Engineer - FTC

TieTalent; Hailsham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Hailsham is seeking a Production Engineer to oversee manufacturing processes, carry out root cause analysis, and implement quality standards. The ideal candidate should have proven engineering experience, proficiency in CAD software, and a degree or HNC in engineering. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, with a focus on teamwork and safety.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

25 days holiday

Salary sacrifice company pension

Life insurance

State-of-the-art working environment

Responsibilities

• Leading and carrying out 8D/RMA activities.
• Developing operating instructions and equipment specifications.
• Implementing cost reduction initiatives while maintaining high quality.
• Monitoring manufacturing processes to ensure quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Diagnosing problems and providing recommendations.
• Establishing safety procedures prioritizing worker well-being.
• Documenting and reporting unsafe practices.
• Analyzing production facets and recommending improvements.

Skills

Proven experience in the engineering field

Experience with CAD software

Proficiency in MS Office

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Open-minded attitude towards new ideas

Hands-on experience assembling complex assemblies

Education

Degree or HNC in engineering

Tools

CAD

Job description

About

Production Engineer

Location: Hailsham, BN27 4EL

Salary: Competitive, DOE

Contract: Full time, Fixed Term Contract, 3 - 6 Months

Hours: Monday - Friday, 37 hours

Benefits: A competitive salary, private medical insurance, 25 days holiday, salary sacrifice company pension, life insurance, a state-of-the-art working environment!

Take Your Career to the Next Level with VACGEN!

For over 60 years, VACGEN has been driving innovation in ultra-high vacuum (UHV) technology, supporting cutting-edge research across the globe. From NASA and the European Space Agency to CERN, our high-precision products are trusted by world-leading institutions and researchers to deliver results.

We are now recruiting for a Production Engineer to assist in the NPI process and oversee our manufacturing processes, carrying out root cause analysis and maintaining the 8D / RMA system.

You will ensure best practice and identify problems in the production line, troubleshooting manufacturing issues and completing administrative tasks.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading and carrying out 8D/RMA activities while maintaining the process within Engineering
• Developing operating instructions and equipment specifications for production
• Implementing cost reduction initiatives while maintaining high quality
• Monitoring manufacturing processes to ensure quality, safety, and efficiency
• Diagnosing problems, providing recommendations, and training to eliminate issues
• Liaising with engineers to improve production, costs, and labor efficiency
• Establishing safety procedures that prioritize worker well-being and minimize environmental impact
• Sharing knowledge on engineering and production advancements
• Documenting and reporting unsafe practices
• Checking drawings, routes, and new BOM items for completeness and production readiness
• Creating drawings, routes, and BOM items for production readiness
• Scheduling meetings with relevant departments and stakeholders
• Analyzing production facets and recommending improvements
• Identifying and obtaining required materials and equipment

Required skills and experience:

• Proven experience in the engineering field
• Experience with CAD software and proficiency in MS Office
• A degree or HNC in engineering
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Open-minded attitude towards new ideas
• Hands-on experience assembling complex assemblies

No agencies please.

Vacgen Limited is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other protected status under the Equality Act 2010.

Please Note: We cannot accept applications from Overseas.

Nice-to-have skills:

• CAD

Work experience:

• General Project Management

Languages:

• English