Manufacturing Engineer
£36,000 – £40,000 per annum (depending on skills and abilities)
Permanent opportunity in Wrexham
Working hours: 8 am – 4:30 pm Monday to Thursday and 8 am – 2:30 pm Friday.
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
- Company sick pay
- Life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Cash healthcare plan
- Early finish on a Friday
About the Role
I’m working with a well‑established, global manufacturing business that specialises in advanced materials used across sectors including medical, defence, and industrial applications. Based at their North Wales site in Wrexham – a key hub for precision manufacturing – they’re seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support ongoing improvements in processes, efficiency, and product quality, while playing a vital role in driving continuous improvement across the operation.
Responsibilities
- Designing and developing production tooling, jigs, and fixtures
- Supporting manufacturing cost estimation from customer enquiries
- Driving continuous improvement initiatives using tools like SPC, PFMEA, DoE, and Pareto analysis
- Investigating and improving plant layout, workflow, and 5S standards
- Leading or supporting engineering projects across the business
- Conducting root‑cause analysis and implementing long‑term solutions
- Collaborating with production teams to resolve day‑to‑day quality and process issues
- Developing and maintaining standard operating procedures
- Managing relationships with external suppliers and contractors
Qualifications
- Ideally Degree (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline (Mechanical preferred)
- Experience in tooling, jig, or fixture design
- Familiarity with CAD software (SolidWorks or AutoCAD preferred)
- Strong communication and analytical skills
- Confident working independently and within cross‑functional teams
- Good understanding of continuous improvement methodologies
About the Client
Our client prides themselves on their innovation, service and performance. They are committed to delivering high‑quality products. This is a great opportunity for someone to join a successful, global business and become a key player in delivering against ambitious growth plans.
Additional job titles/skills: Lean Manufacturing Engineer, Production Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Manufacturing Process Engineer
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