Production Engineer / Manufacturing Engineer

Proactive Global; England; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Production Engineer to enhance manufacturing processes and improve efficiency. In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with various departments, tackling real-time production challenges and implementing innovative solutions. Your expertise in lean manufacturing and root cause analysis will drive significant improvements in quality and safety. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact in a dynamic environment while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. If you're ready to challenge the status quo and elevate production standards, this role is for you.

Benefits

Referral scheme

Equal opportunity employer

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC / HND in mechanical, engineering, or manufacturing discipline.
• 3+ years experience in a lean manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support Assembly Technicians with real-time build problems.
• Conduct root cause analysis to resolve non-conformances.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focusing on waste reduction.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Lean manufacturing experience

Root cause analysis

Communication skills

Education

HNC / HND in Mechanical Engineering

Equivalent in Engineering or Manufacturing

Tools

Value stream mapping

5 Whys

Fishbone Analysis

Job description

Production Engineer

Hook

To 35k

Production engineer with a proven background within the engineering and manufacturing of machinery and specialist equipment for a manufacturing business that ship equipment globally. In this role we are looking for someone to be responsible for supporting daily production activities by implementing and improving manufacturing processes and procedures. The role focuses on reducing waste, improving quality and safety, and minimising operating costs while working closely with Engineering to ensure manufacturing best practices and design for manufacture.

In this role you will be hands on working with multiple departments in a real time manner, for example on the shop floor with the production and assembly technicians working through live issues and completing root cause analysis to put fix's in place. This is a key role to the business where you will be looking to improve the existing production processes, stock, waste and general day to day activity to allow senior management to assess the production departments in a more cost efficient manner. You will also be key to process improvement initiatives, conducting root cause analysis and having a lead role in helping develop the business and production strategy.

We are looking for resilient and assertive engineer who is used to challenging the norm, breaking down the barriers and looking at ways to improve and increase efficiencies. Someone who can communicate at all levels and be able to get a point across in a manner that will result in buy in from seniors and also long standing staff.

Key tasks and experiences

• Support Assembly Technicians with real-time build problems and non-conformances.
• Resolve non-conformances using root cause analysis techniques such as 5 Whys and Fishbone Analysis.
• Generate and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to standardise work methods, create effective workflows, considering space and part storage.
• Conduct time and motion studies using value stream mapping to improve processes and gain efficiencies.
• Design jigs and fixtures to enhance assembly area efficiency.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with business strategic objectives, focusing on waste reduction and quality improvement.
• Apply ergonomics and Health & Safety best practices in all process improvements.
• Introduce and promote error-proofing methodologies.
• Ensure all product and Bill of Materials (BOM) requirements are considered from conception to final production, fostering a "design for manufacturing" mindset.
• Undertake special projects as required.
• Train operators on new and improved processes.

Qualifications and knowledge

• Minimum HNC / HND or equivalent in a mechanical, engineering, or manufacturing discipline.
• Strong understanding of engineering, scientific, and other technical information.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a lean manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience in improving manufacturing processes.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a logical and analytical approach.
• Ability to plan and prioritise activities autonomously.
• Knowledge of product development, standardisation, prototyping, and pre-production processes.
• Good understanding of customer expectations, deliverables, and the impact of failure/cost of poor quality.

If you have the above skills and wish to be considered for this position or find out more details then please contact Nathan Woakes on (phone number removed) or submit your CV to (url removed) alternatively, apply to this advert!

Proactive also offer a referral scheme for successful applicants - if you know anyone that could be suited to this position then please contact Proactive with their details and if they are placed by Proactive you will receive 250. T&Cs apply

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.