SOP Manufacturing Engineer

Owen Daniels; Redditch; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized engineering recruitment agency is seeking a SOP Manufacturing Engineer in Worcestershire for a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role focuses on developing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Ideal candidates have strong IT skills, technical writing experience, and come from an engineering or manufacturing background. This is a hands-on position requiring collaboration with various teams for effective SOP implementation.

Qualifications

• Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation.
• Strong background in engineering or manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Ensure all SOPs comply with industry standards.
• Support training and implementation of SOPs on the shop floor.
• Manage SOP delivery according to project timelines.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office

Proven ability to write clear, structured technical documentation

Experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards

Job description

Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Manufacturing Engineer

Contract: 6-Month Fixed Term, Full-Time, On Site
Location: Worcestershire
Salary: Competitive
Working Hours: Monday - Thursday: 7:30am - 4:30pm & Friday: 7:30am - 1:00pm

We are seeking a SOP Manufacturing Engineer for a 6-month fixed‑term contract to support and enhance manufacturing operations. This is a hands‑on role, ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, is highly detail‑oriented, and has experience creating and maintaining technical documentation.

Job Description

• Develop, update, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure clarity, accuracy, and compliance.
• Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and maintenance teams to capture best practices and translate them into actionable procedures.
• Ensure all SOPs comply with industry standards, quality instructions, and technical drawings.
• Support the training and implementation of SOPs on the shop floor.
• Manage SOP delivery according to project timelines.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to keep documentation current with evolving technologies and practices.

Skills & Experience

• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Proven ability to write clear, structured technical documentation.
• Experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.

Please note: this role is based on an ITAR-regulated site, and applicants must be eligible to work in accordance with ITAR regulations.