Vacancy: 2 Manufacturing Engineers
Location: Summerfield, Kidderminster, UK
Contract: Permanent
Reporting to: Production Engineering Manager
About the Role
We are seeking talented and enthusiastic Manufacturing Engineers to join our Operations Team and contribute to the development and optimisation of current and future manufacturing capabilities within a high-precision, defence-focused manufacturing environment.
As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will work closely with production teams to:
Solve production challenges and bottlenecks
Improve processes, methods, and tooling to optimise output
Deliver capital projects from concept to introduction
Design jigs, fixtures, test equipment, and tooling as required
Create and maintain standard operating procedures and process control documents
Support quality assurance and safety compliance
Monitor KPIs, identify cost reduction opportunities, and drive continuous improvement
Be comfortable working in an environment with energetic/explosive materialsYou will play a pivotal role in enhancing shop floor safety, quality, productivity, and the successful introduction of new products.
Candidate Profile
Essential Qualifications:
HNC, HND, or higher in an Engineering discipline (or equivalent practical experience)
Proven experience in a production manufacturing environmentEssential Experience:
Manufacturing Engineering experience within a production environment
Hands-on knowledge of lean manufacturing tools and techniques: value stream mapping, 6S, KanBan, Kaizen, MRL, PFMEA, SPC
Experience in ISO 9001 environments
Strong project delivery and problem-solving skills
Proven track record of working within a strong health & safety culture
IT literate (Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, Outlook)Desirable Experience:
EN9100, AS9100, ISO 14001, 18001
Defence industry experience
Knowledge of quality tools and APQP methodologies (DoE, 8D, Control Plans, Capability Studies, Lean Sigma)Skills & Attributes:
Analytical, proactive, and solution-oriented
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Commitment to continuous improvement and process optimisationEssential Criteria:
Successful candidate must be eligible to obtain Security Clearance (SC)
Why Join?
This is a unique opportunity to develop your career in a highly technical, safety-critical environment within the defence sector. You'll work on cutting-edge manufacturing projects, gain exposure to high-precision engineering, and make a tangible impact on production processes and capabilities.
Apply now to be part of a high-performing team and help shape the future of defence manufacturing