Manufacturing Engineer

Operational & Production Support

• Work directly with operators and technicians to ensure standard work is followed and sustained
• Monitor process controls, resolve production bottlenecks, and support root‑cause analysis
• Provide hands‑on shop floor support for daily issues in assembly, test, and machining areas
• Improve OEE and area KPI performance across production departments

• Lead and facilitate root cause analysis (RCA) using structured methodologies (8D, 5 Whys, etc.)
• Identify recurring issues and implement permanent corrective actions
• Drive practical, shopfloor‑based improvements (fixtures, tooling, layout, standard work)
• Support Lean activities such as 5S, waste elimination, visual management
• Focus on quick‑win improvements that directly impact production output and stability

• Lead manufacturing and Cap Ex projects from concept to implementation, ensuring delivery on time, on cost, and within scope
• Prepare cost estimates, budgets, schedules, and project justifications
• Support the introduction and integration of new manufacturing technologies and equipment

• Work with maintenance to improve machine reliability and uptime
• Support TPM‑style activities and preventative actions
• Identify and implement improvements to tooling, fixtures, and equipment
• Assist in resolving chronic equipment issues

• Own and maintain process stability and capability within assigned areas
• Ensure process controls are effective and adhered to
• Support PFMEA, control plans, and risk mitigation activities
• Validate and implement engineering changes with minimal disruption to production

• Track and analyse production KPIs (OEE, RFT, downtime, yield)
• Use data to identify losses and improvement opportunities
• Support basic reporting and visualisation (SAP, Power BI, Excel)

Drive a data‑informed approach to decision making

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM subject (engineering, physics, mathematics, economics, etc.)
• Demonstrated success in leading and implementing continuous improvement initiatives
• Familiarity with operational / shop floor best practices and performance standards
• Ability to take a data‑driven approach to identify root causes and drive improvements
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve real‑time production issues
• Decision‑making ability and good influencing / team‑working skills
• Time management and organisational skills
• Self‑driven with good attention to detail
• A certification in Lean Six Sigma is preferred

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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Manufacturing Engineer
• Slough, England, United Kingdom