Production Engineer

• Competitive salary
• Life Assurance & Income Protection Insurance
• Critical Illness & Private Medical Cover
• Dental & Optical Insurance
• Group Pension Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Early Friday finish
• Buy & Sell Holiday Options
• Training & development provided for Graduates

MTrec Technical are proudly representing our prestigious manufacturing client, based in Middlesbrough with their plans for growth and expansion, by recruiting a Manufacturing Engineer to join their team. Our client is well established within their sector and are currently experiencing strong growth fuelled by high demand for their products. You will be joining a very secure business, with fantastic opportunities to develop your skills alongside experienced industry professionals.

• Optimise and maintain Manufacturing Engineering processes in line with company and product quality standards, including ISO 9001.
• Ensure robust designs and processes for the Manufacturing team, meeting product yield, quality, and time targets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to champion and implement design for manufacturing principles throughout the product life cycle.
• Drive continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives across the Operations team.
• Proactively identify and implement process improvements to enhance quality, reduce costs, and optimise manufacturing timelines.
• Evaluate and improve current processes and procedures, to eliminate waste and improve output.
• Effectively manage time across multiple projects, clearly communicating progress to stakeholders.
• Design and implement manufacturing routings within the company's MRP system.
• Work closely with the Production support team to achieve departmental targets and KPIs.
• Develop comprehensive knowledge of the company's product portfolio and manufacturing processes.
• Stay up to date with manufacturing technologies relevant to the company's needs.
• Support the Operations team, providing training on best practices for key processes.
• Create detailed and accurate work instructions using CAD and written documentation.

• HND/Degree qualified in a relevant engineering subject - e.g. electronics/electrical, mechanical, or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience with in a high value engineering environment is desirable
• Proficient in electronic fault finding, soldering, and electrical wiring
• In-depth understanding of manufacturing processes and quality control
• Strong problem-solving skills, including root cause analysis techniques (e.g., 8D)
• Proficient in CAD software, Microsoft Office suite, and MRP systems
• Ability to create and optimise work instructions for product manufacturing
• Excellent communication skills, able to convey complex technical information to various audiences
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
• Knowledge of programming languages, PLCs and robotics (Desirable)