Production Engineer
Working pattern: 37 hours per week; Monday to Thursday 07:45 – 16:15 & Friday 07:45 – 12:45.
Closing date: 30 October 2026 (the advert may close early based on applications received)
Job description
● Optimise the process workflow within the factory and reduces waste
● Be the owner for new product introduction
● Be the operational owner for new equipment development and implementation
● Own all the tooling and fixture needs – design, procurement and implementation
● Be a change agent and manage change
Responsibilities
●Facilitate the operational continuous improvement process, pace and implementation
● Be the continuous improvement expert and the catalyst and drive for change in the manufacturing and engineering team
● Drive clear adherence to the management of change process
● Work with peers to develop improvements in process adherence and product flow round the factory to improve output per unit time with a required RFT level
● Design jigs, fixtures, and shop-floor aids to support manufacturing, accuracy and safety
● Support preventive maintenance scheduling and assist in setting parameter standards for equipment
● Design, implement, and standardise manufacturing processes to maximise efficiency, throughput, and safety
● Analyse production data and key performance indicators (KPIs) like Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), scrap rates, and downtime to target problem areas.
● Develop strategies and processes to drive increased data visibility and industry 4.0 capability
● Work with the supply chain team and process managers to improve suppliers as needed if they are having a direct impact on CSC product flow and quality needs
● Develop non capital and capital improvement plans to improve process resilience and the processes to support business growth via quality or cost improvement or product development.
● Lead improvements for tooling & fixtures to improve efficiency and quality.
● Support the implementation of new development projects.
● Plan equipment installation approaches and schedules in tandem with assembly workflows.
Experience
- Minimum 5 years Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
- Detailed knowledge of CAD (Autodesk or similar)
- Experience of making controlled change & sustaining
- HNC or Degree in an Engineering discipline (Desirable)
- Lean Manufacturing qualification e.g. Six Sigma green belt (Desirable)
Role specific compliance requirements include but are not limited to:
● Proof of eligibility to work in the UK
● Pass the BPSS security check