Manufacturing Engineer

Rewards and Benefits on Offer;

• Immediate start available
• Competitive basic salary
• Dayshift
• Free on-site parking
• A streamlined, quick interview process

MTrec's New Opportunity;

MTrec Technical are proudly representing our prestigious manufacturing client, based just North of Newcastle by recruiting a permanent Manufacturing Engineer. You will be joining an industry leading company, with an excellent team-based culture and fantastic long-term career prospects .

If you have a background within Manufacturing. Production, Continuous Improvement or similar, apply now for an immediate response

The Job You'll Do;

• Take responsibility for the manufacturing processes end-to-end
• Drive improvements in cycle time, throughput, and yield
• Standardise processes to minimise variation and reduce reliance on individual operators
• Be actively present on the shop floor during issues, rather than managing remotely
• Lead structured root cause analysis using methods such as 8D, 5 Whys, and fault finding
• Resolve recurring issues including press stoppages, induction instability, tooling failures, and scrap trends
• Deliver measurable results, including improvements in OEE, and reductions in downtime and scrap
• Implement Lean methodologies effectively, including 5S, Standard Work, and Visual Management
• Challenge and correct ineffective or poor practices
• Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and process flow documentation
• Put controls in place to prevent repeat failures
• Lead new product introduction from concept through to full production
• Define processes, tooling requirements, and trial plans
• Ensure successful right-first-time product launches
• Support validation activities through capability studies and formal sign-offs
• Monitor and respond to key metrics such as OEE, scrap, and downtime
• Contribute to tooling and die design improvements
• Collaborate with the Toolroom to eliminate recurring failures and quality issues
• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety requirements

About You;

• HNC or above in Mechanical / Manufacturing Engineering or similar
• Experience in heavy engineering, automotive or similar
• Strong background in process improvement within production environments
• Strong Experience with CAD (Fusion 360 or similar)
• Able to understand engineering drawings & tolerances
• Experience with PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC and Structured problem solving (8D, 5 Why)
• Self-driven and able to work on own initiative
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
• Willing to challenge poor standards
• Strong shop floor presence - visible and accountable