Manufacturing Engineer

Overview

In this role you will optimise production capability at a major site producing foam and gas suppression systems. You will work hands-on with production, engineering and supply chain teams to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence. You’ll focus on improving efficiency, reducing cost and enhancing quality across operations, using data-driven methods and cross-functional collaboration. This is an opportunity to shape manufacturing processes and layouts at scale while contributing to a safety‑driven culture.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage and review production plans to meet output, cost and quality objectives
• Monitor expenditure and forecast resource and production capacity requirements
• Optimise manufacturing layouts for assembly and materials handling
• Design and improve manufacturing processes, equipment and machine utilisation
• Plan and sequence manufacturing operations to improve flow and efficiency
• Provide guidance and input into engineering design concepts for manufacturability
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives using Six Sigma / DMAIC methodologies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive quality, cost and productivity improvements

Key requirements

• HNC in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing or production engineering environment
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively at all levels
• Computer literate with a practical, data-driven mindset
• Proactive, driven and confident with a strong work ethic
• Flexible and adaptable to meet changing business needs

• Strong communication
• Proactive and driven mindset
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Six Sigma / DMAIC methodologies
• Process design and improvement
• Production planning and forecasting

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