The Role
My client is looking for a proactive, solutions-focused Production Engineer to join the operations team and support our expanding manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in optimising production processes, driving improvement initiatives, and ensuring products are manufactured efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Support and improve day-to-day production engineering processes to meet quality, cost, delivery, and safety targets.
Work closely with production and design teams to integrate new products and processes into manufacturing.
Monitor production performance and identify opportunities for lean improvements and waste reduction.
Develop and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, flow charts, and PFMEA/control plans.
Troubleshoot production issues, conduct root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
Support tooling and fixture design to enhance manufacturing effectiveness.
Promote best practice health & safety standards and maintain a clean, organised production area.
Liaise with quality teams to ensure products meet specification and customer expectations.
Provide technical guidance to production staff and support training to improve team capability.
The Candidate
Engineering qualification (e.g., HNC, HND, BEng) or equivalent experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of electronic manufacturing processes and the ability to interpret technical drawings.
Knowledge of SMT machinery and processes.
Good problem-solving and analytical skills with a practical approach.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Experience in process improvement, lean manufacturing, or continuous improvement tools is a plus.
Proficiency with MS Office and familiarity with production systems or ERP software are desirable.
The Salary
£40,000- £55,000 depending on skillset and experience.