Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Consett

Working hours:

39 hours, Monday to Thursday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Friday 8:00 am – 1:00 pm

Salary: £45,000 to £52,000 (depending on experience)

• Competitive pay
• Pension
• 25 Days Annual Holiday plus 8 statutory days
• BUPA Healthcare
• Long Service awards
• Death in Service

You will deliver excellent asset optimisation for manufacturing processes within your area, ensuring the combined integration of manufacturing engineering, Health, Safety and Quality standards.

• Develop and support best practices including FMEA (Failure Mode Effect Analysis) studies, value stream mapping, SPC (Statistical Process Control) and SOP (Standard Operating Procedure).
• Improve processes to reduce non‑value added activity while ensuring safety and product quality.
• Evaluate existing manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, cost and quality.
• Streamline workflows to minimise waste and enhance process efficiency.
• Production Analysis:
  Assess machining, workbench and paint processes to drive improvements.
• Data‑Driven Decision Making:
  Utilise metrics and data analysis to identify inefficiencies and propose effective solutions.
• Present opportunities for improvement backed with data and industry research to management.
• Support the development of the lean culture.
• Work on multiple Manufacturing Engineering Projects to improve Quality, Cost and Delivery.
• Work with new and existing vendors to reduce cost on tooling.
• Effectively work with suppliers of engineering services at site.
• In conjunction with the Section Leaders ensure engineering standards are maintained and that all activities are conducted in a safe, cost‑effective and timely manner.
• Liaise with other departments requiring advice and guidance on engineering subjects.
• Apply a pragmatic, hands‑on approach to problem solving.
• Support other members of the Engineering Team in their development as required.
• Attend meetings with the cross‑functional team to represent the Engineering Team.

• Experience of working in a lean operating environment and as part of a high‑performance team.
• Lean Six Sigma (LSS) certification to Green Belt standard would be advantageous.
• Capable of reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Competence in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other business management systems.
• Highly developed analytical skills.
• Effective project planning skills.
• Root cause problem solving and practical knowledge of mechanical and electrical engineering.

• Minimum 5 years Manufacturing / Process Engineering Experience.
• Bachelor's degree or HNC and equivalent experience in a similar role for a minimum of 5 years.
• Experience in the Aerospace industry and understanding of AS 9100 standards would be advantageous.
• NEBOSH certification preferred.

• Comply at all times with the letter and spirit of the Company's Health, Safety & Environmental Policy, Equality Policy and Code of Conduct.
• Ensure that full co‑operation is given to the Health & Safety Department in relation to risk assessments and accident reporting incidences.

• Comply with all other company policies & procedures.
• Attend training identified by the Company to support personal development.
• Work closely with other Company Departments to deliver appropriate standards inline with company policies.
• Deliver a seamless interface with internal and external customers.