Senior Manufacturing Engineer - High-Volume FMCG & Lean

Zenith People; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing firm is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join their team in Leeds. The successful candidate will ensure machinery functionality through preventative and reactive maintenance, coordinate projects, and enhance production efficiency. Ideal applicants will have a background in engineering and 5+ years of experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role presents a great opportunity to contribute to a key engineering team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a high-volume / FMCG manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience in Mechanical or Electrical maintenance on pneumatic and hydraulic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Own the performance of all production machinery—plan, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot.
• Coordinate small projects to enhance manufacturing processes.
• Train production staff on new systems, processes, and safety protocols.

Skills

Manufacturing processes knowledge

Lean manufacturing

Quality control

Continuous improvement

Health & safety regulations

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

HNC / HND in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical) or NVQ Level 3

Job description

A manufacturing firm is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join their team in Leeds. The successful candidate will ensure machinery functionality through preventative and reactive maintenance, coordinate projects, and enhance production efficiency. Ideal applicants will have a background in engineering and 5+ years of experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role presents a great opportunity to contribute to a key engineering team.