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Production Engineer
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Consett, County Durham
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Production Engineer
Location: Consett, County Durham
Salary: £30,000 – £45,000 per annum
Benefits:
* Company pension scheme
* On-site parking
* Opportunity to work with advanced CNC and precision machining technologies
* Training & development in process improvement
The Company:
We’re working with a well-established precision engineering firm that specialises in subcontract manufacturing of high-volume, precision machined components. The company has invested in state-of-the-art machinery, is expanding rapidly, and serves clients across sectors such as oil & gas, medical, subsea, and general engineering. You’ll be joining a stable, growth-oriented business with strong technical capability and a commitment to quality.
Job Description:
As a Production Engineer, you will support the core production operations from process planning through to execution and continuous improvement. In your role, you will:
* Prepare jobs for production through tooling, process planning, and pre-production readiness.
* Generate and optimise CAM programmes (milling and turning) and ensure setup standards are maintained.
* Implement and maintain tooling, fixtures, jigs, and workholding strategies.
* Assist in resolving issues on the shop floor related to tooling, setup, or machining programmes.
* Create and manage BOMs, routings, and related documentation in the ERP/MRP system.
* Collaborate with machinists, operations, quality, and maintenance to ensure smooth handover and production flow.
* Analyse existing processes for improvements, waste reduction, and cycle time optimisation.
* Drive continuous improvement projects and support efficiency initiatives.
Skills & Experience:
* Previous experience as a Production Engineer or in CNC machining / process engineering.
* Competency in CAM programming (preferably Fusion 360).
* Solid understanding of machining processes, tooling, fixtures, jigs, and workholding.
* Experience working with ERP/MRP systems.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with great attention to detail.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise across multidisciplinary teams.
* A proactive, organised mindset with a drive for continuous improvement.
* Bonus: experience with 5-axis machining or automation design for batch manufacture.
Why Should You Apply?
* You’ll take on a core Production Engineer role with real responsibility in a technical, precision engineering environment.
* You’ll work with advanced CNC machinery and gain exposure to sophisticated machining techniques.
* The role offers scope to lead continuous improvement and make a tangible impact on production metrics.
* You’ll join a growth-focused company with strong investment in technology and future expansion.
* You’ll benefit from good job stability, a clear salary range, and practical perks like on-site parking and pension.
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