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Production Engineer
Job Posted: 28 minutes ago
Salary: £ 30,000 - 45,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Storrington
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Position: Production Engineer
Location: West Sussex (RH20)
Reporting to: Production Engineering Manager
About the Role
We’re seeking a proactive, solutions-driven Production Engineer to join our growing team. This is a hands-on, multi-discipline role focused on problem-solving, training, documentation and process improvement. You’ll support operators, optimise processes and improve facilities across multiple product lines to drive quality and efficiency.
You’ll be part of a highly capable team delivering practical, creative solutions that save time, reduce downtime and enhance operator performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide support across all production units in the Gradients Division.
- Deliver operator training to ensure clear, practical knowledge transfer.
- Participate in product builds during induction to gain in-depth knowledge.
- Diagnose and resolve operator faults, downtime and process inefficiencies.
- Write and simplify documentation and handover notes, supporting ESL operators.
- Optimise facilities, tooling and equipment to improve productivity.
- Create and manage Bills of Materials, liaising with purchasing and building cost cases.
- Lead and support multiple projects, managing priorities and deadlines.
- Act as a service provider to internal teams, building strong stakeholder relationships.
- Collaborate closely with key stakeholders on continuous improvements.
- Support weekly team routines (e.g., Monday huddles, Friday reviews).
- Uphold health & safety standards in all activities.
Skills & Experience
- Strong background in manufacturing/production engineering; cell-led environments advantageous.
- Hands-on with tools and a “make it happen” mindset.
- CAD/drawing skills (SolidWorks or Solid Edge desirable).
- Experience with machine shop or cell-type engineering preferred.
- Knowledge of electrical testing beneficial.
- Understanding of 5S and lean principles desirable.
- Awareness of project management, timelines and deliverables.
- Excellent documentation and communication skills.
- Strong knowledge of Health & Safety in manufacturing.
Personal Attributes
- Proactive, forward-thinking, and solutions-focused.
- Creative problem-solver who asks “why, what, how.”
- Self-manages workload and priorities effectively.
- Strong communicator and relationship builder.
- Professional, collaborative, and never restricted by “that’s not my job.”
- Resilient, adaptable, and open to learning.
- Customer-focused, always aiming to make stakeholders’ jobs easier.
Package & Benefits
- Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
- 6.6 weeks fully flexible annual leave.
- Work across varied projects, products, and facilities.
- Be part of a growing, quality-driven engineering team.
- Ongoing development and exposure to cutting-edge projectsBefore You Apply
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