330 Manufacturing Engineers jobs in London

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of new and improved manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Analyse production data to identify areas for optimisation and cost reduction.
• Develop and maintain detailed process documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Quality Assurance, and Supply Chain, to ensure seamless product development and launch.
• Conduct root cause analysis for production issues and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and production staff.
• Stay abreast of the latest manufacturing technologies and industry best practices.
• Manage capital expenditure projects related to production equipment upgrades and expansions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues on the production line.

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a production engineering or manufacturing role.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt preferred), and statistical process control (SPC).
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and simulation tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated experience in project management and leading cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with automated manufacturing systems and robotics is highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.

• Lead the design, development, and validation of manufacturing processes for new and existing products.
• Implement and manage lean manufacturing initiatives to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive process documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and work instructions.
• Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee the commissioning and validation of new equipment and production lines.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and production staff.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with the supply chain team to optimize material flow and inventory management.
• Drive continuous improvement projects using methodologies such as Six Sigma and Kaizen.
• Manage project timelines and budgets for process improvement initiatives.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex manufacturing challenges to minimize downtime and maximize output.

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a production engineering role, with at least 2 years in a senior capacity.
• Proven experience with process optimization, lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Proficiency in CAD software and process simulation tools.
• Experience with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.

Skin + Me is a mission driven start-up with seriously big skin goals.

We’re looking for a fantastic Junior Production Engineer to join our Operations Team at Skin + Me. This is a full time role based 5 days a week at our Factory Facility in Park Royal, London. 

What you’ll do:

• Work with Operations Management to support, maintain, and improve operational performance
• Improve operational equipment efficiency (OEE) from gathering & analysing data through to proposing & delivering improvements for example optimising equipment, changing layouts and building data dashboards
• Lead on problem solving to solution implementation e.g. identifying the root cause of machine breakdowns, optimising machine settings to reduce waste and improving processes to control quality levels

What you’ll bring (please still contact us if you don’t fit all of these!):

• Experience in problem solving and implementing solutions in manufacturing environments with machines and people
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
• Strong communicator with the ability to present and persuade at various levels from operator to CEO
• A team player who enjoys helping others and thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, where rapid change is the norm
• A strong owner who is positive, energetic and a self starter who focuses on delivery to achieve results
• Strong Excel skills, detail oriented and technically minded with the ability to analyse any problem or situation
• SQL skills would be advantageous, or the motivation to learn to be able to self serve and work independently to access the data you will need

Why should you choose Skin + Me?

• A daily challenge – in a thrilling, entrepreneurial start-up environment, no two days will ever be the same.
• Make a difference – work within a revolutionary company that is focused on improving millions of lives.
• Significant equity – potentially life-changing value if you commit to our long-term mission.
• Serious commitment to growth – personal development is important to us and we’ll make sure we support your growth, and give you broad experience across your role.
• Support network – the Skin + Me investors and advisors that you’ll have the opportunity to work with have built some of the world’s best consumer companies.

Benefits 

• 25 Days Holiday (+ all the usual Bank Holidays) – It's important to take a break and recharge, that's why we offer a generous holiday allowance
• Free Breakfast & Lunch – It’s important you are well fueled for the day so we've got your breakfast and lunch covered. Plus drinks and snacks are available too! 
• Equity – We offer a competitive salary and a generous share award package that means every employee has a stake in the business. We really are all in this together
• Health and wellbeing focus – We offer a healthcare cash plan, cycle to work schemes plus free healthy breakfast and lunch in the office. We'll be sure to always prioritise your physical and mental health.
• £500 annual development budget for any learning, training and development opportunities. Courses, books, software – if it helps you in your role, we’ll help you get it. 
• For working parents, we’re proud to offer assistance, helping you save on nursery fees. The workplace nursery benefit allows you to save tax and National Insurance on the full cost of your nursery fees each month. 
• Culture club – Our culture club team meets every week to make sure we celebrate our big wins and milestones too, with parties, surprises and more. 
• You’ll get highly discounted Skin + Me products for you, and 10 friends + family too. 
• Generous employee referral scheme, if you know more fabulous people refer them to work with us too and you’ll get a bonus when they pass probation. 

More about Skin + Me:

There’s a huge problem in the world of skincare: people struggle with more than just how their skin looks. They also worry about how it makes them feel and how to manage it long-term. We’re on a mission to change that. 

The truth is that achieving your best skin isn’t complicated. The secret? Using a stripped back routine with the best combination of active ingredients for your skin goals. The right products and knowledge make it possible to tackle everything from fine lines and wrinkles to adult acne, rosacea and pigmentation.  We’re united in the belief that everyone should have access to expert advice, treatment plans and ingredients that work – minus the big price tag and the long dermatologist waitlist.

Skin + Me is a mission-driven start-up, building a pioneering online dermatology service powered by experts. We take customers through a simple online medical consultation and our prescribers formulate  custom treatments that can’t be bought on the high street. Each one is personalised to the individual’s skin goals. It arrives in their letterbox each month and evolves alongside their skin – because everyone’s skin is different and no two journeys are the same.

Skin + Me recently secured £10 million in a series B funding round, reflecting the growing interest in expert-approved skincare. We’ve raised funding from some of the best-known direct-to-consumer entrepreneurs and VCs, including Octopus Ventures. Our highly experienced founding team comes from the likes of Facebook, Charlotte Tilbury, Tails.com and Graze.com. 

Our journey has just begun and we’d love for you to join us as we change the face of skincare! Think you’re up for the challenge?