Working closely with Operations, Team Leaders and Production teams, you will play a key role in improving efficiency, reducing downtime and supporting the introduction of new products and processes.
Hours: Monday to Friday, either 7:00am to 3:30pm or 8:00am to 4:30pm
Benefits: Pension, Free Parking, Flexible working hours
The Role
Key responsibilities will include:
* Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance safety, quality, and productivity
* Supporting machine fault diagnosis, breakdown recovery, and production troubleshooting
* Creating and modifying CNC programmes to improve efficiency and product quality
* Supporting production trials, prototypes, and new product introductions
* Assessing workflow, site layout, and production processes to improve material flow and maximise capacity
* Working closely with operators and team leaders to improve processes and share technical knowledge
* Assisting with tooling specification, machine set-up, and process control
* Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing operation
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
* Experience within a manufacturing, production, or engineering environment
* Knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and root cause analysis techniques
* Experience supporting process improvement projects and production trials
* Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach
* The ability to communicate effectively and provide training or support to production teams
* A commitment to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and operational performance.
Desirable
* Experience working with CNC machinery and programming
* Knowledge of tooling, machine set-up, and process control
* Experience diagnosing production equipment faults and supporting machine recovery
What We are Looking For
We are seeking someone who is:
* Proactive and solutions-focused
* Practical and hands-on in their approach
* Calm under pressure and able to prioritise effectively
* Passionate about continuous improvement
* A strong team player with excellent communication skills
If you are looking for an opportunity to make a real impact within a successful manufacturing business, we would love to hear from you.
The Consultancy:
Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Salary description
£38000.00 - £40000.00 per year