Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer – FMCG Manufacturing

Are you a hands-on Continuous Improvement or Manufacturing Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced FMCG environment?

This role focuses on leading packaging trials, process optimisation and automation improvements across a high-volume manufacturing operation. You’ll work closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality and Product Development to improve performance, efficiency and cost across production assets.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and executing line trials and implementation projects
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing assets
• Ensuring packaging compatibility with automation and production equipment
• Supporting new product introductions (NPI) into manufacturing
• Improving efficiency, reducing waste and optimising configurations
• Supporting new equipment introductions, FAT testing and validation
• Troubleshooting packaging and production-related challenges
• Championing GMP, quality and safety standards

• Experience in FMCG or Manufacturing
• Strong CI mindset (Lean, OEE improvement, waste & cost reduction)
• Comfortable leading factory trials and cross-functional projects
• Self-motivated, analytical and solutions-focused

• Company pension
• Free Life Assurance
• Attendance bonus
• Enhanced family leave
• Health cash plan
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free car parking
• Employee discount platforms
• On-site facilities and regular employee events

If you’re ready to take ownership of improvement projects and drive measurable operational impact in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you.