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Production Process Engineer

  • Location: Leeds
  • Salary: £35000 - £40000 per annum + Company Benefits per year
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted 19 days ago

  • Sector: Shop Floor & Production
  • Contact: Sam Wilkinson
  • Contact Email: sam.wilkinson@metalis.co.uk
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Expiry Date: 30 April 2025
  • Job Ref: PCE _1743418555

Metalis is currently supporting a leading manufacturer of bespoke electrical solutions in their search for a Production Process Engineer.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an innovative business that is expanding its production capacity and launching new products in the coming year.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and implement New Product Introduction (NPI) processes, ensuring efficient transition from design to manufacturing.
  • Improve assembly processes, identifying and implementing efficiency improvements.
  • Work closely with the R&D team to ensure seamless integration of new manufacturing methods.
  • Utilize continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Kaizen) to enhance production workflows.
  • Analyze current production methods and introduce automation or robotics where applicable to improve efficiency.
  • Ensure compliance with quality standards and contribute to lean manufacturing initiatives.
  • Work collaboratively with the Product Manager and Operations Director to drive improvements.

Key Requirements:

  • A degree in Electronic Engineering or a related discipline (desirable)
  • 4+ years of industry experience in production, process, or manufacturing engineering.
  • Experience in bespoke, low-volume manufacturing rather than mass production.
  • Strong IT and digital skills to support process innovation.
  • Exposure to continuous improvement methodologies such as Kaizen.
  • Ability to work in a cross-functional team, communicating effectively with R&D and manufacturing teams.
  • Experience with control panel assembly, power systems, or related electronics is advantageous.
  • Understanding of control systems, with exposure to manufacturers such as Schneider Electric and Mitsubishi would be beneficial.

Company Benefits:

  • Competitive salary of £35,000 - £45,000 per annum.
  • 33 days of holiday, including bank holidays.
  • Monday to Thursday: 08:30 - 17:00, Friday: 08:30 - 16:00.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Opportunity to work within an expanding business, recently acquired by a European group, offering long-term career growth.

Why Join?

This role is perfect for an ambitious Production Engineer looking to make a real impact in a growing company. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and improve processes within a specialist manufacturing environment.

If you have a passion for efficiency, process improvement, and want to be part of a dynamic team, this role is for you!

If you are interested in this opportunity, apply now or contact Metalis Engineering Recruitment for more details.