Manufacturing Engineer

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Build something from the ground up. Own it. Scale it. Were hiring hands-on Manufacturing Engineersin the Stockport area to join a fast-growing, global defence organisation supplying critical equipment to theBritish military. This is a rare opportunity to helpestablish a brand-new production capability in the UK, working closely with an experienced European parent site to transfer knowledge, processes, and best practice.Youll develop the Assembly, Integration & Test (AIT) areafor a flagship vehicle programme and become a technical authority on the shopflooras production ramps up. If you enjoy building robust manufacturing systems, driving lean improvements, and seeing your work go live at scalethis role offers genuine influence and visibility.Why join?Salary up to £55,000with clear long-term progressionEarly finish Fridays (12pm)Excellent pension 7% employer / 4% employee2528 days holiday + 8 bank holidaysLife assurance (4x salary)Enhanced sick payCycle to work schemeFree on-site parkingWellbeing initiatives, events & free fresh fruitWhat youll be doingTransfer and embed manufacturing best practice from the European parent siteAct as theManufacturing Engineering leadon the shopfloorDevelop and ownAIT processesfor a critical vehicle build programmeLead lean manufacturing initiatives, line balancing, and problem solvingDrive continuous improvement across cost, quality, safety, and wasteProvideDesign for Manufacture (DFM)input and manage engineering changesCreate and maintain standard work, work instructions, and balance chartsSupport cross-functional delivery across engineering, quality, and operationsEnsure full compliance with EHS and quality standardsWhat were looking forHigher-level qualification in Manufacturing, Engineering, or similarProven experience inlean, complex assembly or engineering environmentsBackground in a Manufacturing Engineer or closely related roleStrong understanding ofengineering change controlExperience withSAP planning(training available)Ability to structure and manage BOMs from drawing through to manufactureComfortable operating incomplex, multi-disciplinary organisationsWhy this role stands outThis is apivotal hirewith real ownership. You wont just improve an existing lineyoull help definehow the operation is built, stabilised, and scaled. High visibility, meaningful impact, and strong career growth come as standard.Apply now, or contactTim Hill at Technical Placementsfor a confidential initial discussion.JBRP1_UKTJ
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Location:
Stockport
Job Type:
FullTime

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