Rewards and Benefits on Offer;
*Immediate start available
*Competitive basic salary
*Dayshift
*Free on-site parking
*A streamlined, quick interview process
MTrec’s New Opportunity;
MTrec Technical are proudly representing our prestigious manufacturing client, based just North of Newcastle by recruiting a permanent Manufacturing Engineer. You will be joining an industry leading company, with an excellent team-based culture and fantastic long-term career prospects .
If you have a background within Manufacturing. Production, Continuous Improvement or similar, apply now for an immediate response
The Job You’ll Do;
*Take responsibility for the manufacturing processes end-to-end
*Drive improvements in cycle time, throughput, and yield
*Standardise processes to minimise variation and reduce reliance on individual operators
*Be actively present on the shop floor during issues, rather than managing remotely
*Lead structured root cause analysis using methods such as 8D, 5 Whys, and fault finding
*Resolve recurring issues including press stoppages, induction instability, tooling failures, and scrap trends
*Deliver measurable results, including improvements in OEE, and reductions in downtime and scrap
*Implement Lean methodologies effectively, including 5S, Standard Work, and Visual Management
*Challenge and correct ineffective or poor practices
*Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and process flow documentation
*Put controls in place to prevent repeat failures
*Lead new product introduction from concept through to full production
*Define processes, tooling requirements, and trial plans
*Ensure successful right-first-time product launches
*Support validation activities through capability studies and formal sign-offs
*Monitor and respond to key metrics such as OEE, scrap, and downtime
*Contribute to tooling and die design improvements
*Collaborate with the Toolroom to eliminate recurring failures and quality issues
*Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety requirements
About You;
*HNC or above in Mechanical / Manufacturing Engineering or similar
*Experience in heavy engineering, automotive or similar
*Strong background in process improvement within production environments
*Strong Experience with CAD (Fusion 360 or similar)
*Able to understand engineering drawings & tolerances
*Experience with PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC and Structured problem solving (8D, 5 Why)
*Self-driven and able to work on own initiative
*Comfortable in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
*Willing to challenge poor standards
*Strong shop floor presence — visible and accountable