Manufacturing Engineer
| Company: | Contract Personnel Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £48,000 to £53,000 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | NR5 9JD |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 25 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 25 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Our client is seeking a proactive
Manufacturing Engineer to join their team, playing a key role in improving manufacturing processes, driving continuous improvement and supporting the production of innovative automated machinery.
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys problem-solving, process optimisation and working collaboratively across Engineering, Production and Quality to deliver operational excellence.
This role is Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm.
The Role
As a Manufacturing Engineer, you'll be responsible for developing efficient manufacturing processes, supporting new product introductions and implementing improvements that enhance quality, reduce costs and increase productivity.
Key responsibilities include:
• Developing and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs) for manufacturing processes.
• Identifying and delivering continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
• Investigating production issues and implementing effective solutions.
• Supporting engineering changes and ensuring they are successfully introduced into production.
• Managing Bills of Materials (BOMs) and supporting accurate manufacturing cost analysis.
• Working closely with Engineering, Production, Quality and Purchasing to improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Participating in PFMEA activities and supporting root cause investigations.
• Assisting with quality and compliance initiatives, including ISO standards.
About You
We're looking for someone who has:
• A degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering (or a related discipline).
• Previous experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Experience working with BOMs, ERP systems or manufacturing documentation.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments.
If you're passionate about improving manufacturing processes, enjoy driving continuous improvement and want to make a real impact within a growing engineering business, reach out!
Contract Personnel are one of East Anglia’s longest-standing, leading independent recruitment agencies – established in 1989. Offering Temporary and Permanent recruitment solutions, we keep you updated with the latest opportunities and support you throughout your job search.
Contact Rosie or Hannah at Contract Personnel for more details today!
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