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Manufacturing Engineer

Contract

Permanent

Location

Tipton, Tipton

Salary

£50,000

Manufacturing Engineer
Tipton
Permanent
£45,000 - £50,000 p.a depending on experience

 

EMBS Engineering Ltd is currently seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our well-established precision engineering company located in Tipton, joining their business on a full-time, permanent basis.
Our client specialises in manufacturing low volume complex components for highly regulated industries and due to growth, they are currently recruiting engineers to join their expanding team.

This is a critical role that reports directly to the Head of Manufacturing, with the primary objective of optimising manufacturing processes and driving continuous improvement throughout the organisation. You will also be expected to provide manufacturing technical knowledge and instruction from the design stage to the completion of manufacturing.

As the organisation grows, you will also play a pivotal part in securing new machinery and automation, therefore, knowledge of commissioning, installation, procuring, capex or helping set up new manufacturing facilities would be highly advantageous.

What's in it for you?
 

  • Stability / Longevity: Permanent 
  • Competitive salary: up to £50,000 depending on experience 
  • Hours: Days, 37 hours with an early finish on Fridays
  • Excellent benefits


Your responsibilities will include:
 

  • Act as the primary technical interface for manufacturing, from initial design to final production, ensuring manufacturability.
  • Provide expert support for the commissioning of new manufacturing facilities, including process validation and operator training.
  • Contribute to strategic business decisions by performing make/buy assessments and shaping manufacturing strategies for new tenders.
  • Initiate and manage projects aimed at enhancing process efficiency, productivity, and quality, complete with supporting business cases.
  • Implement robust strategies to identify and eliminate sources of waste within the production lifecycle.
  • Develop, update, and control all critical manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, drawings, and test plans.
  • Ensure the accuracy and integrity of manufacturing data within production control and MRP systems.
  • Apply robust root cause analysis techniques (e.g., 5 Whys, DMAIC) to resolve Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs)
  • Collaborate and lend technical expertise to peers, particularly in the domain of automated equipment and COBOTs.


Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate:

  • Strong Manufacturing Engineering experience 
  • Proven background with experience of machining, fabrication or mechanical assembly
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills for clear instruction and collaboration
  • Ability to create precise manufacturing instructions for various stakeholders.
  • Developed commercial awareness, with a focus on delivering quality and value in a timely manner.
  • Proficiency in standard office software and the aptitude to master internal systems.


Desirable Skills

  • Previous experience being involved in, or leading, commissioning, installation of machinery, equipment and/or automation
  • Knowledge of process flow and factory layout optimisation
  • Experience of setting up new manufacturing facilities / shopfloor
  • Hands-on experience with the programming and operation of industrial robots.
  • Practical knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Familiarity with modern automated manufacturing systems and collaborative robotics (COBOTs).


If you are interested in being considered for this exciting new position and believe you meet the above criteria, please apply today!



About Us

EMBS Engineering is a dedicated talent specialist that partners with some of the UK's most prestigious, advanced, precision engineering companies within the Aerospace, Automotive / Motorsport, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Green, Environmental and FMCG industries. We’ll offer you expert support and advice throughout the process to ensure you select and secure a career-defining role.

Please note, due to the nature of the markets our client supplies into, all candidates must be UK residents; we cannot offer visa sponsorship for overseas candidates.

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