Overview
A manufacturing organisation operating an in-house metal fabrication and assembly environment is seeking a Production Engineer to support both existing product ranges and the introduction of new products. The role sits within a Production Engineering and Lean function and focuses on improving manufacturing efficiency, quality, sustainability, and throughput across internal operations and the external supply chain.
You will work closely with Production, Lean, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to ensure products are fit for manufacture, cost-effective, and aligned with business and customer requirements, while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Support day-to-day production activities across metal fabrication and assembly operationsIdentify, evaluate, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, throughput, cost, and health & safetyConduct feasibility studies for improvement projects and deliver approved initiatives through to implementationCollaborate with Lean teams to develop and embed best manufacturing practices, routines, and systemsSupport the strategic development of in-house manufacturing capabilities to meet business objectivesParticipate in new product introduction (NPI) activities to ensure designs are production-efficient before releaseReview and support engineering change requests, ensuring cost-effective solutions without compromising quality or safetyAssist in the creation and maintenance of manufacturing documentation and operating instructionsLiaise with internal departments, suppliers, and service providers to ensure smooth production supportProduce reports and provide updates to support manufacturing and improvement projectsEnsure compliance with health, safety, quality, and environmental policies and procedures
Required Qualifications & Experience
HNC / HND (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline as a minimumExperience supporting manufacturing operations within a batch or low-to-medium volume environmentStrong understanding of sheet metal fabrication processes and manufacturing limitationsProven experience implementing manufacturing improvements and continuous improvement projectsExperience with quality tools including DFMEA and PFMEAAbility to assess manufacturability and influence design decisions during NPIStrong written and verbal communication skillsConfident working cross-functionally with production, engineering, and supply chain teamsCommercial awareness with the ability to balance quality, cost, and delivery
Desirable Experience
Prior involvement in New Product Introduction (NPI) or product industrialisationExperience with value analysis / value engineering techniquesFamiliarity with root cause analysis tools (e.g. 8D, Value Stream Mapping)Project management experience delivering manufacturing or process changeKnowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement frameworksProactive, structured, and collaborative working style
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