Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Colchester
Salary: up to -40,000

Prime Appointments is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join a well-established industrial manufacturing company in Colchester. This role involves working closely with Production and Manufacturing teams to improve processes, support daily operations, and drive continuous improvement projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and update Standard Operating Procedures
• Support and guide production staff to ensure smooth operations
• Quickly resolve production issues and perform root cause analysis
• Recommend and justify capital investments with clear ROI
• Lead and support Lean manufacturing and quality improvement initiatives
• Assist with New Product Introductions to ensure manufacturability
• Manage tooling and fixture procurement and replacements.
• Help maintain equipment and improve TPM practice
• Plan and coordinate factory layout changes with relevant teams
• Track department performance metrics and support EHS compliance.

Ideal Candidate:

• Mechanical engineering qualification (HND or degree preferred)
• Familiarity with assembly, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
• Strong knowledge of Lean tools
• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment

Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary and pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Christmas shutdown
• Life assurance and company sick pay
• Early Friday finishes and cycle to work scheme
• Free parking, refreshments, and social club activities
• Employee wellbeing support and training opportunities

To hear more about this Manufacturing Engineer role then please apply or reach out to Lauren @ Prime Appointments for a confidential chat!

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