Manufacturing Engineer

Company: Vectis Recruitment
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Location: Leicester
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Following the award of new long-term programmes, a global manufacturer of precision components supplied to sectors including aerospace, automotive and defence have a new vacancy for a Manufacturing Engineer. The role will play a key role in developing new manufacturing processes, ensuring daily productivity targets are met and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the plant. Candidates are sought who have a good understanding of precision machining processes and experience developing robust engineering solutions.

Overview

The role involves designing, implementing, and improving manufacturing processes; developing manufacturing capabilities; supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) with the Development Team; investigating root causes and implementing corrective actions; and driving continuous improvement across cross-functional teams to meet daily targets and improve KPIs.

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and improve manufacturing processes.
  • Develop manufacturing capabilities.
  • Work with the Development Team on NPI.
  • Investigate root cause and corrective actions.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth product flow and continuous improvement.
  • Support manufacturing areas to ensure daily targets are met.
  • Develop and maintain process documentation, workflows, and technical specifications.
  • Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for production issues.
  • Monitor and improve KPIs such as throughput, downtime, and overall equipment efficiency (OEE).
  • Identification and introduction of product/process improvements.
  • Identify areas for improvement and lead cost saving projects.

Qualifications / The Person

  • Proven experience working in a precision engineering environment.
  • Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team and drive change effectively.
  • Experience of cost saving processes and procedures.

Details

  • Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Job function: Manufacturing, Engineering, and Production
  • Industries: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Manufacturing, and Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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Posted: September 11th, 2025