Production Engineer: Lean, Tooling & Continuous Improvement

Redline Group Ltd; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Redline Group Ltd in Bournemouth seeks an experienced Production Engineer to support high-quality electro-mechanical production operations and lead continuous improvement initiatives. The role focuses on tooling design, process optimisation, and cross-functional collaboration to maximise efficiency, quality, and safety.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and ERP/MRP systems, with a strong emphasis on standardisation and cost-effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Manufacturing/Production/Mechanical Engineer.
• Experience in high-mix, low-to-medium volume manufacturing.
• HND or equivalent in Mechanical, Industrial, or Production Engineering.
• Strong Lean, Six Sigma and continuous improvement skills.
• Proficient in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks) for tooling design.
• ERP/MRP experience (Priority) for BOMs and routings.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production documentation including work instructions and PFMEAs.
• Design jigs, fixtures, and tooling using SolidWorks.
• Optimise production line layouts using AutoCAD.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma.
• Provide hands-on technical support to production teams.
• Train production staff to ensure quality and safety.
• Conduct process audits to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations to improve manufacturability.
• Lead capital equipment selection and ROI analyses.
• Promote health, safety, environmental and quality standards.

Skills

Manufacturing Engineer

Production Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

SolidWorks

ERP/MRP

Problem Solving

Communication

MS Office

Education

HND in Mechanical/Industrial/Production Eng

Tools

Priority ERP

Job description

Redline Group Ltd in Bournemouth seeks an experienced Production Engineer to support high-quality electro-mechanical production operations and lead continuous improvement initiatives. The role focuses on tooling design, process optimisation, and cross-functional collaboration to maximise efficiency, quality, and safety.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and ERP/MRP systems, with a strong emphasis on standardisation and cost-effectiveness.