Manufacturing Engineer (Polyurethanes / Fibreglass)

  • Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
  • Accrington, Lancashire
  • Apr 28, 2026
Full time Manufacturing

Job Description

Manufacturing Engineer (Polyurethanes / Fibreglass)£60,000 - £65,000 DOE + Bonus + Enhanced Pension + Life Insurance + Gym Membership + Employee Loan Scheme + EAP + 23 days holiday increasing with serviceAccringtonAre you a Manufacturing Engineer with experience in design for manufacturing in a polyurethane or fibreglass manufacturing environment, looking to join an established engineering business offering progression, training, and long-term stability?Do you want to work in a high-growth company looking to invest in capital equipment and facilities where engineering excellence matters?This company is an award-winning engineering manufacturer supplying specialist installation tools to the energy infrastructure, utilities, and industrial sectors.In this role, you will provide technical leadership across the manufacturing operations. The role will lead process development and capital investment projects, manufacturing capability improvements and industrialisation projects to support new product introduction, operational performance, and sustainable business growthThis role would suit a Manufacturing Engineer with experience in an assembly-based manufacturing environment utilising polyurethane, fibreglass and adhesive materials.The Role:

  • Lead Design for Manufacture reviews
  • Define and deliver capital equipment projects, including specification, ROI justification, procurement, commissioning, and validation
  • Lead manufacturing risk assessments (e.g., PFMEA) to support safe and compliant introduction of new products and processes
  • Establish and maintain systems for capturing and analysing manufacturing performance data

The Person:

  • Degree in an applicable Engineering discipline, or qualification through experience
  • Previous experience in a manufacturing engineering role with knowledge of manufacturing processes
  • Experience of working with Fibreglass, polyurethanes and adhesives

If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.Reference Number: BBBH24948The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.