An established and highly respected manufacturing business based in Bournemouth is seeking an experienced Senior Production Engineer to support and improve high-quality electro‑mechanical production operations.
This role plays a key part in process optimisation, tooling and fixture design, continuous improvement, and production support, and works closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure products are manufactured efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards.
The position is ideally suited to a hands‑on engineer with experience in high‑mix, low‑to‑medium volume manufacturing environments who is passionate about precision engineering, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain detailed production documentation, including work instructions, process flows, PFMEAs, machine setup sheets, and TPM schedules.
- Design and implement jigs, fixtures, and tooling using SolidWorks to improve efficiency, repeatability and ergonomics.
- Optimise production line layouts using AutoCAD to enhance workflow, reduce waste and maximise space utilisation.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and 6S methodologies.
- Provide hands‑on technical support to production teams, troubleshooting process and equipment issues to minimise downtime.
- Train and support production trainers to ensure consistent quality, safety and operational standards.
- Conduct process audits and line assessments to ensure compliance with internal procedures and external regulations.
- Collaborate with engineering, quality and operations teams to improve product quality, manufacturability and cost‑effectiveness.
- Design and develop test equipment and validation procedures to ensure products meet performance specifications.
- Lead process standardisation and automation projects to improve throughput and reduce variability.
- Evaluate and implement new manufacturing technologies to maintain competitive advantage.
- Monitor production capacity, identify bottlenecks and implement solutions to optimise resource utilisation.
- Carry out cost estimation and time studies, ensuring ERP routings reflect actual production performance.
- Lead capital equipment selection, justification, ROI analysis, procurement and implementation.
- Promote a safe working environment and ensure full compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Proven experience as a Manufacturing, Production or Mechanical Engineer.
- Background in a high‑mix, low‑to‑medium volume manufacturing environment.
- HND or equivalent in Mechanical, Industrial or Production Engineering.
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and continuous improvement techniques.
- Proficient in 3‑D CAD software, particularly SolidWorks, for tooling and fixture design.
- Experience using ERP/MRP systems (e.g. Priority) for BOMs, routings and work order planning.
- Strong change management skills, including implementing Engineering Change Requests (ECRs).
- Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical information clearly.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
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