Production Engineer
Greater Manchester
Competitive Salary + Benefits
Permanent
37.5 hrs per week (Mon-Thurs 8am to 4:30pm, Fri 8am to 2pm)
Are you an experienced Production Engineer looking for your next challenge within a well-established engineering and manufacturing environment?
Our client, a leading manufacturer operating within the medium to heavy engineering sector, is seeking a skilled Production Engineer to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in improving manufacturing processes, supporting production operations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Production Engineer Role:
Reporting to the Production Engineering Manager, you will provide technical support across all areas of production, ensuring manufacturing processes are efficient, cost-effective, and delivered to the highest quality standards.
Production Engineer Key Responsibilities:
- Create and maintain manufacturing process specifications
- Develop and manage routings, BOMs, production orders, and costings
- Support manufacturing operations with technical expertise and problem-solving
- Optimise production processes to improve efficiency, capability, and yield
- Utilise CAD software, including SolidWorks, for engineering and manufacturing support
- Work closely with Purchasing, Engineering, Production, and other stakeholders
- Support continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and waste reduction initiatives
- Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures at all times
Production Engineer – What We Want:
We are looking for a motivated and experienced Production Engineer who can work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.
Essential Production Engineer Skills & Experience
- Minimum 5 years' experience within a Production Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering role
- Experience within a medium to heavy engineering environment
- Strong understanding of CNC machining processes, including:
- 4 and 5-axis machining
- CNC lathes
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- SolidWorks 3D CAD experience
- Experience creating BOMs, routings, and manufacturing documentation
- Knowledge of ERP systems, ideally SAP
- Strong project management and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and organisational abilities
Desirable Production Engineer experience
- Knowledge of hard surface welding methods
- Experience preparing manufacturing costings
- Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience
Production Engineer Qualifications
- Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent machining-based qualification
- HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or similar discipline preferred
What's on Offer for a Production Engineer
- Permanent position with a respected engineering manufacturer
- Opportunity to work on technically challenging projects
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Competitive salary and benefits package
If you're a Production Engineer looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV for immediate consideration.
