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Manufacturing Engineer
Job Posted: 4 hours ago
Salary: £ 45,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Walkden, City and Borough of Salford
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Bolton
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Shift Pattern: Monday–Thursday 7:00 am – 3:45 pm, Friday 7:00 am – 11:00 am (4.5-day week)
Company Overview
We are a dynamic aerospace manufacturing company specialising in high-precision components for the aerospace sector. Committed to operational excellence and quality, the organisation fosters a culture of continuous innovation, personal development, and professional growth. Currently, the company is undergoing a transformative approach that emphasises collaboration, leadership support, and employee development.
Role Overview
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will develop, implement, and continuously improve manufacturing processes to ensure high-quality products are produced efficiently and cost-effectively. The position offers the opportunity to work across multiple departments, including Operations, Quality, and Customer teams, while contributing to new product development, process improvement, and cost-saving initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
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Process Development & Improvement: Design and implement efficient manufacturing processes for new and existing components. Lead continuous improvement efforts to enhance quality, reduce costs, and optimise lead times.
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Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement: Apply GD&T, RCCA, and 8D methodologies to resolve production issues, improve process flow, and ensure product quality.
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Supporting Quotations: Provide technical input for job quotations, including manufacturing capabilities, costs, and methods.
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Project Management: Manage multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery while maintaining quality and cost standards. Present updates to the management team as needed.
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Process & Equipment Improvement: Recommend enhancements to manufacturing equipment and processes, including ROI analysis and collaboration with finance when required.
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Team Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, quality, and operations teams to provide technical input for internal reviews and customer engagements.
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Tooling & Workholding: Define tooling requirements during product introduction and assist with workholding design for various processes.
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ERP Management: Maintain product structures in ERP systems (BOMs, routings) and liaise with sub-contractors on procurement specifications.
Key Qualifications
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Degree, HNC, or equivalent experience in an engineering discipline.
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Minimum of five years’ experience in a precision engineering or manufacturing environment.
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Strong problem-solving skills and a track record of driving continuous improvement.
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CNC programming experience (Turning, Boring, Milling, ideally 5-axis Mill/Turn).
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Knowledge of manufacturing processes, particularly with aluminium, titanium, and Inconel (Milling, Turning, Boring, EDM, Wire cutting).
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Proficiency with Solid Edge, Edge Cam, and Microsoft Office.
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Familiarity with Fanuc / Siemens controls for Turning and Boring, and Heidenhain / Siemens controls for Milling.
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Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Desirable Skills
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Experience across both CNC Turning/Vertical Turning and CNC Milling.
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Familiarity with SQDCP (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People) methodologies.
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Proactive mindset with a focus on process improvement and driving change.
What We Offer
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A supportive leadership team committed to personal and professional growth.
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Opportunities for accelerated career progression within a growing organisation.
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A culture that values continuous learning, personal development, and operational excellence.
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Competitive salary and benefits packageBefore You Apply
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