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Production Engineer

Job in Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16, England, UK
Listing for: Bamford Contract Services Ltd
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-17
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Manufacturing Engineer, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Operations Engineer, Process Engineer
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Engineer, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Operations Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Production Engineer

Greater Manchester

Competitive Salary + Benefits

Permanent

37.5 hrs per week (Mon-Thurs 8am to 4:30pm, Fri 8am to 2pm)

Are you an experienced Production Engineer looking for your next challenge within a well-established engineering and manufacturing environment?

Our client, a leading manufacturer operating within the medium to heavy engineering sector, is seeking a skilled Production Engineer to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in improving manufacturing processes, supporting production operations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Production Engineer Role:

Reporting to the Production Engineering Manager, you will provide technical support across all areas of production, ensuring manufacturing processes are efficient, cost-effective, and delivered to the highest quality standards.

Production Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

Create and maintain manufacturing process specifications
Develop and manage routings, BOMs, production orders, and costings
Support manufacturing operations with technical expertise and problem-solving
Optimise production processes to improve efficiency, capability, and yield
Utilise CAD software, including Solid Works, for engineering and manufacturing support
Work closely with Purchasing, Engineering, Production, and other stakeholders
Support continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and waste reduction initiatives
Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures at all times
Production Engineer – What We Want:

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Production Engineer who can work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.

Essential Production Engineer Skills & Experience

Minimum 5 years' experience within a Production Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering role

Experience with in a medium to heavy engineering environment
Strong understanding of CNC machining processes, including:

4 and 5-axis machining
CNC lathes

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Solid Works 3D CAD experience
Experience creating BOMs, routings, and manufacturing documentation
Knowledge of ERP systems, ideally SAP
Strong project management and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and organisational abilities
Desirable Production Engineer experience

Knowledge of hard surface welding methods
Experience preparing manufacturing costings
Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience
Production Engineer Qualifications

Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent machining-based qualification
HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or similar discipline preferred
What's on Offer for a Production Engineer

Permanent position with a respected engineering manufacturer
Opportunity to work on technically challenging projects

Career development and progression opportunities
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Competitive salary and benefits package
If you're a Production Engineer looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV for immediate consideration.

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