Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

Location:

Marden, Kent

Salary: £36,000 - £45,000 per annum

Hours:

39 hours per week, Monday to Friday (8.5 hours Monday to Thursday, 5 hours Friday)

Start: ASAP

Job Type: Permanent

• As a Manufacturing Engineer, you'll be responsible for optimising manufacturing operations through process improvement, lean methodologies and innovative production solutions.
• Your responsibilities will include:
• Developing digital build instructions using Visual Factory software.
• Creating and maintaining manufacturing routings and process documentation within SAP.
• Designing and implementing jigs, fixtures, shadow boards and specialist tooling.
• Improving factory layouts using CAD to maximise production flow.
• Leading Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen and 6S improvement projects.
• Conducting root cause analysis using A3 problem-solving techniques.
• Developing visual management boards and shop floor KPIs.
• Working with Quality to embed robust assembly processes and reduce defects.
• Reviewing production build times and identifying efficiency improvements.
• Supporting Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Engineering Change Notices (ECNs).
• Producing and maintaining Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and FMEA documentation.
• Promoting a safe, organised and efficient manufacturing environment.

• We're looking for a proactive Manufacturing Engineer with a passion for continuous improvement and a hands-on approach to solving manufacturing challenges.
• You'll ideally have:
• Previous experience in a Manufacturing Engineer role within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement techniques.
• Experience using SAP to maintain production routings.
• Proficiency with Solid Works or AutoCAD.
• Experience designing tooling, fixtures and manufacturing processes.
• Root cause analysis and structured problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
• The confidence to work collaboratively across multiple departments.

• £36,000-£45,000 depending on experience.
• Immediate start available.
• Permanent position with a stable and growing manufacturer.
• 39-hour working week with an early finish every Friday.
• Modern manufacturing environment.
• Opportunities to lead improvement projects and develop your career.
• Supportive team culture where your ideas are encouraged and valued.