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Production Engineering Manager

Job Posted: 4 days ago

Salary: £ 45,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Alton, Hampshire

Expire in: 23 days

Job Description

Production Engineer Manager

Salary: Up to £55k 
 Location: Lymington 

Role Purpose

To support engineering and manufacturing functions by programming, setting, and proving new products across a range of machining centres and lathes. The role focuses on developing efficient production methods, improving processes, and maintaining high-quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Develop engineering solutions using both online and offline CNC programming from customer drawings and models
Set and prove CNC programs on 3, 4, and 5-axis machining centres to production standards
Create detailed manufacturing process plans and routings and upload them into the ERP system
Produce clear shop-floor documentation, including tooling, fixtures, gauges, and setup instructions
Review and optimise existing CNC programs and manufacturing methods to drive continuous improvement
Identify and implement best practices to enhance production capacity, quality, and reliability
Investigate production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
Collaborate closely with Engineering, Production, and Shop Floor teams
Support the Quality and Inspection teams as required
Manage workload priorities within the Engineering function under direction from the NPI Engineering Manager
Produce 2D drawings and 3D models to support manufacturing processes
Review and create technical documentation, specifications, and customer-related documents
Design and develop fixtures in collaboration with shop floor engineers
Maintain accurate engineering records, including tooling, drawings, bill of materials, and calculations
Understand and document the effects of treatments and coatings on materials
Support training and development of team members where requiredPerson Specification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential:

Minimum 5 years' experience in a manufacturing engineering environment
Proven ability to create CNC programs, models, and drawings using a CAM system
Experience working with a wide range of materials to tight tolerances
Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Strong focus on quality, continuous improvement, and customer satisfactionDesirable:

CAD/CAM training (e.g. Mastercam)
Experience using ERP systems
Knowledge of ISO/ASME geometric tolerancing standardsQualifications

Essential:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applicationsDesirable:

Apprenticeship-trained
Eligible for Security Clearance (SC)Technical Skills

Essential:

Ability to programme, set, and operate 3, 4, and 5-axis mill/turn machinesDesirable:

Experience with Mazak, Fanuc, and Heidenhain controls
Strong knowledge of engineering processes, materials, and treatmentsAdditional Information

Ability to work with minimal supervision
Flexible approach to duties as required by business needs

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