Manufacturing Engineer (Assemblies)

Role

Manufacturing Engineer (Assemblies) – Newport site. The purpose of this role is to provide engineering support to production and assembly activities by improving manufacturing processes and supporting new product introduction. You will work closely with design, operations and quality teams to ensure products are manufactured efficiently, to cost and to a high-quality standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support to production and assembly lines
• Design new systems, equipment and processes for the introduction of new products or the improvement of existing ones
• Facilitate problem solving activities and identify and eliminate non-value adding activities
• Maintain Bills of Materials within the ERP system
• Review engineering drawings and process ECRs
• Manage operations configuration tracking
• Support production readiness reviews
• Assist with ergonomic workshops
• Raise and maintain necessary documentation to incorporate design changes
• Support operations departments with operator training and development
• Implement and maintain 5S and safety standards
• Keep up to date with current and developing trends in the manufacturing industry
• Undertake other reasonable duties in line with business needs and objectives

What You'll Bring

• HNC or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering discipline
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a manufacturing engineering role
• Experience working in a manufacturing or industrialisation environment
• Strong ability to interpret 2D drawings and 3D CAD data
• Knowledge and application of lean manufacturing principles
• Good problem‑solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with cross‑functional teams
• Computer literate with good working knowledge of MS applications and ERP systems

Benefits

Enhanced family friendly policies and benefits (enhanced maternity and paternity leave) and employee assistance.

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Industry leading pension scheme with salary sacrifice employer contributions up to 10%
• Private medical cover (Digital GP and rapid access physio with no excess) with ability to upgrade level of benefit and cover family members
• Access to salary sacrifice benefits scheme including cycle to work
• 4x Life Assurance
• Interactive benefits platform including a wide range of discretionary benefits covering technology, retail benefits and income protection

Mobility and training opportunities: support with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger. We are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.

Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.