Production Engineer

Mazco Recruitment are working in partnership with a well-established and highly respected precision engineering manufacturer near Gatwick. Due to continued growth, they are now looking to appoint a Production Engineer with strong CNC and manufacturing experience, with the long-term aim of developing the successful candidate into a Senior Production Engineer.

The Role

This is a hands-on engineering role where you will be responsible for taking projects from concept through to completion. You will be closely involved in CNC programming, prove-outs, setting, troubleshooting, and supporting production across the shop floor. There is also exposure to automated metrology equipment and continuous improvement activities.

A structured training and development plan will be put in place based on your current skill set, ensuring you reach the required level within the business.

Key Responsibilities

* CNC programming using SolidCAM

* Setting, operating, and troubleshooting CNC machines

* Programming and operating automated metrology equipment

* Creating training modules for metrology equipment where required

* Ensuring all work is carried out in line with the company’s Quality Management System

* Updating engineering and production records

* Supporting continuous improvement initiatives

* Working closely with Engineering, Quality, Production, and Scheduling teams

About You

* Engineering background with strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

* Experience with CNC machining and metal cutting processes

* Knowledge of metrology (automated experience highly advantageous)

* Experience with Solid Works is beneficial but not essential

* Apprentice-trained or degree-qualified in a manufacturing/engineering discipline

* Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

* A collaborative team player with good communication skills

What’s On Offer

* Competitive salary of £45,000 – £50,000

* Clear progression toward a Senior Production Engineer position

* Structured training and skills development

* Stable, long-term opportunity within a growing engineering business

* Supportive and professional working environment