Production Engineer

We are looking for a Production Engineer to join a well established UK manufacturer based in Bolton that is part of a global organisation. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting production and engineering teams.
As a Production Engineer, you will ensure products are manufactured to specification, support new product introduction, maintain tooling and fixtures, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This role offers a hands on opportunity to work closely with multiple departments and contribute to the efficiency and quality of manufacturing processes.
Salary: £36,000 – £42,000 per annum (dependent on experience). Hours: Monday–Thursday 07:30–16:00, Friday 07:30–12:50 (38 hours per week).
As a Production Engineer, your main duties will include:
* Managing the lifecycle of production tooling and fixtures, including maintenance, calibration, and ongoing optimisation.
* Creating, editing, and validating CNC programs using Fanuc, Heidenhain, or Siemens systems.
* Optimising CNC milling and turning operations, from method selection to cycle time reduction and quality assurance.
* Leading continuous improvement initiatives with measurable targets, including cycle time, scrap, changeover, and right-first-time performance.
* Designing and implementing jigs and fixtures to improve repeatability, ergonomics, and shop floor safety.
* Providing hands-on support for setup issues, technical bottlenecks, and process deviations.
* Training operators and setters on new tooling, CNC programs, and best practices.
* Maintaining accurate technical documentation including tool sheets, routings, BOMs, and manufacturing drawings.
* Collaborating with Planning, Design, Quality, and Maintenance teams to ensure smooth production flow.
* Supporting industrialisation and introduction of new products into manufacturing.
Requirements:
* HND, HNC, Degree, or equivalent in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related engineering discipline.
* Experience in production or manufacturing environments.
* Proficiency in using lathes and milling machines.
* The ideal Production Engineer will be proactive, technically confident, and focused on improving manufacturing processes.
* Experience with CNC programming on Fanuc, Heidenhain, or Siemens systems.
* Skilled in using standard power tools (drill, grinder, jigsaw).
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
* Strong problem-solving skills with a practical, hands-on approach.
* High attention to detail and good organisational ability.
* Effective communication and teamwork skills.
* Familiarity with continuous improvement techniques.
* Experience using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD Inventor) is desirable but not required.
Production Engineer Benefits:
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
* Company pension scheme.
* Cash Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to work scheme, Life assurance.
* Full training and ongoing support.
* Opportunities for career progression.
* Friendly and inclusive working environment.
* Free onsite parking.
This Production Engeering role is being advertised by S&D Trade Recruitment who are operating as an employment business and are acting as an employment agency on behalf of our client. Please apply with currrent CV and ask for Shelley in the office