Senior Production Engineer

Morgan Gray; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist engineering company in Portsmouth is seeking a Senior Production Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes and implement Lean methodologies. Candidates should have experience in precision mechanical manufacturing and successful Lean program implementation. This role offers the opportunity to impact production efficiency and quality significantly.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in precision/mechanical manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of Lean/C.I. Programs implementation.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and improve manufacturing processes.
• Oversee selection and maintenance of production equipment.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Identify and resolve production bottlenecks.

Skills

Process Optimization

Lean Manufacturing

Problem-Solving

Automation Solutions

Quality Control

Job description

Overview

We are recruiting for a Senior Production Engineer on behalf of a specialist engineering company in Portsmouth with a unique and highly interesting product range.

Responsibilities

• Process Optimization: Analyse and improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Equipment & Tooling Management: Oversee the selection, maintenance, and improvement of production equipment and tooling, including tool designing, gauges, and fixtures.
• Lean & Continuous Improvement: Implement Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other methodologies to drive continuous improvement.
• Problem-Solving & Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve production bottlenecks, defects, and equipment failures
• Automation & Technology Integration: Evaluate and implement automation solutions to enhance production efficiency.
• Equipment & Tooling Management: Oversee the selection, maintenance, and improvement of production equipment and tooling, including tool designing, gauges, and fixtures
• Quality Control: Collaborate with quality assurance teams to ensure products meet industry standards and customer expectations.

To apply for this role candidates will have proven experience / knowledge in precision / mechanical manufacturing processes and implemented successful LEAN / CI Programs within these environments