Graduate Manufacturing Engineer – Fareham
£28,000 – £30,000 + Benefits
We are working on behalf of a well-established and growing engineering organisation based in Fareham to recruit a Graduate Manufacturing Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent engineering graduate looking to launch their career within a supportive, forward-thinking manufacturing environment.
The Role
As a Graduate Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting production and continuous improvement activities. You’ll gain hands-on experience across manufacturing processes, working closely with design, quality, and production teams.
Key responsibilities include:
* Assisting in the development and optimisation of manufacturing processes
* Supporting continuous improvement initiatives (lean, waste reduction, efficiency gains)
* Creating and maintaining work instructions and technical documentation
* Investigating production issues and implementing corrective actions
* Collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve product quality and throughput
* Supporting new product introduction (NPI) activities
About You
We are looking for a motivated and proactive graduate with a strong interest in manufacturing and engineering excellence.
Requirements:
* Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Good understanding of manufacturing principles (lean knowledge is a plus)
* Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
* A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
What’s on Offer
* Salary: £28,000 – £30,000
* Structured training and development
* Clear career progression opportunities