Shop Floor Manufacturing Engineer – Continuous Improvement

Adecco; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to improve performance across machining, heavy engineering and related processes. You will work on the shop floor with production teams, identifying challenges, implementing solutions, and creating robust, repeatable processes to drive real improvements.

You should have an engineering qualification (HNC/HND or degree) and experience in a manufacturing environment. CAD familiarity and a hands-on, proactive attitude are valued as you help reduce downtime

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or degree in mechanical/ manufacturing/ production engineering.
• Experience in manufacturing or engineering environments (machining, heavy engineering, automotive, or similar).
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies and problem-solving.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced shop-floor environment.

Responsibilities

• Support and enhance processes to boost efficiency, quality, and throughput.
• Investigate and resolve issues using structured problem-solving methods.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce downtime, waste and scrap.
• Maintain and update manufacturing documentation to reflect current practices.
• Collaborate with production, quality and engineering teams to uphold standards.

Skills

Shop floor

Continuous improvement

CAD tools

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Production Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Adecco is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to improve performance across machining, heavy engineering and related processes. You will work on the shop floor with production teams, identifying challenges, implementing solutions, and creating robust, repeatable processes to drive real improvements.

You should have an engineering qualification (HNC/HND or degree) and experience in a manufacturing environment. CAD familiarity and a hands-on, proactive attitude are valued as you help reduce downtime