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Production Engineer

  • Location: Bradford
  • Salary: £33000 - £35000 per annum per year
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted 9 days ago

  • Sector: Shop Floor & Production
  • Contact: Sam Wilkinson
  • Contact Email: sam.wilkinson@metalis.co.uk
  • Expiry Date: 22 May 2025
  • Job Ref: 55367_1745310720

Metalis are currently supporting an engineering company with deep roots in the electromechanical manufacturing sector.

The company are seeking an individual who will play a pivotal role in sustaining and enhancing production capabilities, blending hands-on technical work with process development and continuous improvement.

This opportunity suits someone who's proactive, analytical, and thrives when making things work better - not just following processes, but improving them. You'll work alongside cross-functional teams including design, sales, purchasing, and assembly to bridge product design and real-world manufacturing.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Monitor and optimise existing production methods to ensure compliance with standards

  • Identify and solve production issues, boosting efficiency and workplace safety

  • Lead or participate in root cause analysis and structured problem-solving initiatives

  • Oversee the transition of new products into production, preparing documentation, process instructions, risk assessments, and production drawings

  • Create and maintain bills of materials and routing data

  • Evaluate and introduce tooling, jigs, fixtures, and production equipment based on quality and process time targets

  • Support CNC machining areas and troubleshoot production equipment where necessary

  • Work with suppliers, internal teams, and customers to overcome technical challenges and improve processes

  • Apply manufacturing enhgancement and performance techniques

  • Mentor production staff during the launch of new products and promote a culture of continuous improvement through 5S, Kaizen, and Lean principles

  • Support audits, maintain project documentation, and contribute to overall quality and safety standards

Who We're Looking For:

  • A background in engineering- ideally with knowledge of electro-mechanical systems and practical machining experience

  • Comfortable interpreting technical drawings and developing manufacturing solutions based on CAD (AutoCAD experience preferred)

  • Experience preparing manufacturing costings and justifying capex or process improvements

  • Familiar with quality and process control methodologies, and capable of maintaining documentation to ISO standards

  • Excellent communication skills to work across departments and liaise externally when required

  • Able to work independently, make sound decisions, and deliver completed work packages under time constraints

Nice to Have:

  • Familiarity with electro-mechanical components

  • Experience with new product introductions in regulated sectors (e.g., aerospace, medical)

  • Exposure to ERP/MRP systems

  • Hands-on knowledge of tooling design, assembly processes, or production support in a similar environment

What's In It for You:

  • A challenging and rewarding role that offers variety beyond the usual shop-floor engineering

  • The chance to make a real difference in a well-established but innovation-focused business

  • Supportive team culture and a leadership team that values autonomy and input

  • Competitive package and long-term career prospects

If you feel like this is the ideal role for you, and have related experience then please apply Today with your CV!