Jobs in Whateley

Shorterm Group are proud to be supporting a highly respected engineering and manufacturing business in their search for a Production Systems Engineer. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced manufacturing professional to play a key role in optimising production performance, driving quality, and supporting continuous improvement across the full manufacturing lifecycle.

This position sits within the Operations Team and is ideal for someone with strong CNC machining experience and a passion for improving systems, processes, and production flow.

The Role
As a Production Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for integrating production planning, manufacturing engineering, and quality systems to ensure products are delivered in line with Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD) objectives.
You will support production from planning and process development through to quality assurance and continuous improvement, ensuring efficient, robust, and scalable manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Coordination
- Create and manage production schedules to meet customer demand and delivery targets
- Monitor production progress and resolve delays, constraints, and bottlenecks
- Maintain accurate ERP/MRP system data including routes, lead times, and capacity
- Liaise with Production, Purchasing, and Engineering to support material and resource planning
- Drive adherence to production plans and contribute to lead time reduction initiatives

Manufacturing / Production Engineering
- Deliver day-to-day engineering support to the shop floor
- Develop and maintain process documentation including PFMEA, Control Plans, Flow Charts, and SOPs
- Apply lean manufacturing tools such as SMED, 5S, and waste reduction techniques
- Support Design for Manufacture (DFM) and process optimisation initiatives

Quality Systems & Improvement
- Support and maintain quality systems in line with internal and customer requirements
- Ensure processes are controlled, documented, and fully auditable
- Contribute to root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
- Track and improve quality KPIs
- Promote a strong quality culture across the manufacturing environment

Continuous Improvement & Team Support
- Identify and implement cost, waste, and lead-time reduction opportunities
- Support cross-functional improvement projects
- Promote standardisation and best practice across production processes
- Support production teams in achieving daily performance targets
- Train and guide operators during process changes
- Act as a key link between Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Production
- Champion 5S and workplace organisation

Industry Experience Required
- Strong ERP/MRP system knowledge
- Manufacturing process development experience
- Understanding of quality tools (PFMEA, Control Plans, RCA)
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing practices

Candidate Requirements
- HNC/HND/Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent)
- Minimum 3 years' experience in a CNC machining environment

Personal Attributes
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork
- Self-motivated, proactive, and driven
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Ability to train, support, and influence others

How to Apply:
If it sounds like something that would be of interest and relevant to yourself, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact Max at Shorterm Group for more information