Manufacturing Engineer
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- England,North West,Lancashire,Blackburn with Darwen
- Full Time, Permanent
- £45,000 - £50,000 per annum
Job Description:
Manufacturing Engineer
Blackburn
£45,000 - £50,000
A well-established precision engineering business is looking to appoint a Manufacturing Engineer to support and optimise its CNC machining operations. This is a practical, improvement-focused role with real influence across production, quality, and process efficiency.
The Role
Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will drive the development and optimisation of manufacturing processes within a CNC environment. You’ll be central to continuous improvement initiatives, new product introduction, and ensuring production runs safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
*Develop and maintain CNC programs to support production demand
*Create and manage Bills of Materials within the MRP system
*Lead structured problem-solving on manufacturing and process issues
*Ensure robust process control, quality standards, and compliance
*Maintain accurate machine setting plans and standard operating procedures
*Support NPI activities, ensuring strong design for manufacture principles
*Implement lean manufacturing techniques, including SMED and value engineering
*Analyse production costs and identify efficiency improvements
*Work closely with planning and quality teams to optimise performance
*Provide technical support to shopfloor teams and support skills development
About You
*Background in a manufacturing or engineering environment
*Strong CNC machining knowledge (lathes and/or vertical mills)
*Experience with CAM software (e.g. Fusion 360 or similar)
*Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering principles
*Methodical problem-solver with strong attention to detail
*Confident communicator, able to work cross-functionally
Qualifications
*Engineering qualification (Apprenticeship, HNC/HND, or Degree) preferred
*Maths and English to GCSE level (or equivalent)
*Lean manufacturing experience advantageous
This is a key role in a business committed to continuous improvement, offering the opportunity to make a tangible impact on manufacturing performance.
Apply now for a confidential discussion.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Blackburn
£45,000 - £50,000
A well-established precision engineering business is looking to appoint a Manufacturing Engineer to support and optimise its CNC machining operations. This is a practical, improvement-focused role with real influence across production, quality, and process efficiency.
The Role
Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will drive the development and optimisation of manufacturing processes within a CNC environment. You’ll be central to continuous improvement initiatives, new product introduction, and ensuring production runs safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
*Develop and maintain CNC programs to support production demand
*Create and manage Bills of Materials within the MRP system
*Lead structured problem-solving on manufacturing and process issues
*Ensure robust process control, quality standards, and compliance
*Maintain accurate machine setting plans and standard operating procedures
*Support NPI activities, ensuring strong design for manufacture principles
*Implement lean manufacturing techniques, including SMED and value engineering
*Analyse production costs and identify efficiency improvements
*Work closely with planning and quality teams to optimise performance
*Provide technical support to shopfloor teams and support skills development
About You
*Background in a manufacturing or engineering environment
*Strong CNC machining knowledge (lathes and/or vertical mills)
*Experience with CAM software (e.g. Fusion 360 or similar)
*Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering principles
*Methodical problem-solver with strong attention to detail
*Confident communicator, able to work cross-functionally
Qualifications
*Engineering qualification (Apprenticeship, HNC/HND, or Degree) preferred
*Maths and English to GCSE level (or equivalent)
*Lean manufacturing experience advantageous
This is a key role in a business committed to continuous improvement, offering the opportunity to make a tangible impact on manufacturing performance.
Apply now for a confidential discussion.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Job number 3704514
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