133 Manufacturing jobs in Hanley

Remanufacturing Engineer

Manchester

To £50 000 & excellent benefits including…

• Employer matched pension
• Company share scheme
• On-site social club
• Auto enrolled training scheme

About the Role

We are looking for a hands-on Remanufacturing Engineer to support process development and continuous improvement in the remanufacture of automotive components. You’ll lead engineering activities from teardown analysis and tooling design to workflow optimisation, ensuring production efficiency, quality, and compliance with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead teardown analysis and define remanufacturing processes for new products.
• Provide engineering support for production issues and process improvements.
• Develop and maintain tooling, equipment, and standard operating procedures.
• Support New Product Introduction activities through to PPAP and tooling handover.
• Drive process improvement using Lean and Six Sigma principles.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards.
• Manage documentation, equipment procurement, and capital expenditure for assigned projects.

Skills & Experience

• HNC in Engineering or equivalent.
• Proven manufacturing and product engineering experience.
• Strong hands-on approach with practical problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and modern manufacturing processes.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of tooling, fixturing, and process improvement techniques.
• Understanding of Health & Safety and quality management systems.

Manufacturing Technician

Salary : £47,000 inclusive of 25% shift allowance (£38,000 basic)

Working Model : On-site, 3-shift rotating system (Monday–Thursday 8 hours, Friday 5 hours)

Location : Radway Green, UK

We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Technician to join a leading defence manufacturing organisation. This role offers the opportunity to work on advanced production processes, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key responsibilities include :

• Operating and maintaining manufacturing plant and equipment safely and efficiently.

• Conducting planned maintenance and ensuring processes meet production programme requirements.

• Identifying, diagnosing, and resolving faults, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.

• Supporting quality improvement initiatives and continuous improvement activities.

• Escalating safety, quality, and production issues to maintain operational standards.

Requirements :

• Completed a time-served mechanical engineering apprenticeship (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).

• Experience in fast-paced production environments, operating plant and equipment.

• Proven fault-finding skills and experience implementing corrective and preventative actions.

• Desirable: Understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC), experience with pneumatic or automated systems.

Benefits include competitive pension contributions, enhanced annual leave, share incentive plan participation, flexible working options, employee assistance programme, Cycle2Work scheme, and employee discounts. Additional overtime opportunities are available with enhanced pay rates.

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**Job Description Summary**
Manufacture of large power transformers to meet customer/production plans, ensuring assembly, inspection and test is conducted using Lean methodology.
Working to specifications and instructions, using the correct tools and methods.
Meeting exacting standards expected by the customer.
**Job Description**
Environment / Health / Safety: Compliance with EHS adherence to safe working operating procedures from the perspective of their own safety and safety of their work colleagues. Product on time delivery: Responsible for the build of the product to the manufacturing plan. Product Quality: Responsible for the build quality of the product in line with the standard operating instructions. May be required to assist in the training of others. Product cost: Responsible for the efficient manufacture of the product in line with defined process.
Continuous Improvement: Implement where instructed, process improvement actions that will result in sustainable productivity improvements without impairing product quality or delivery performance or safety. Make proposals that you feel will deliver improvements and savings in line with GE processes and policies using the Employee Ideas Scheme. Maintenance: Working to APS practices follow routine maintenance schedules and cleaning plans for workstations, jigs and fixtures.Highlight any issues to the Production Support Engineer/Coordinator. As and when required, support any other duties that may be required to support the manufacturing facility.Be adaptable to all future business requirements.
Qualifications/Requirements:Good general standard of education with confirmed educational qualifications Significant experience in the light mechanical assembly environment or similar. Electrical/electronic qualifications may be an advantage. Desired Characteristics:Mandatory EHS Compliance with GE Life Saving Rules Safe working practices within the workplace. The ability to work as part of a team. Understanding of 'Lean manufacturing' techniques would be an advantage. Understanding of Kanban & Flow / Pull Techniques would be an advantage. Mechanical/Electrical aptitude would be an advantage.Requires manual handling expertise. Able to work to standard written operative procedures. Effectively communicate within the team. Interpretation of diagrams, drawings and Schematic details required. Be able to adapt to the use of Touch Screen technology and IT skills.
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

**Job Description Summary**
Manufacture of large power transformers to meet customer/production plans, ensuring assembly, inspection and test is conducted using Lean methodology.
Working to specifications and instructions, using the correct tools and methods.
Meeting exacting standards expected by the customer.
**Job Description**
Environment / Health / Safety: Compliance with EHS adherence to safe working operating procedures from the perspective of their own safety and safety of their work colleagues.
Product on time delivery: Responsible for the build of the product to the manufacturing plan.
Product Quality: Responsible for the build quality of the product in line with the standard operating instructions.
May be required to assist in the training of others.
Product cost: Responsible for the efficient manufacture of the product in line with defined process.
Continuous Improvement: Implement where instructed, process improvement actions that will result in sustainable productivity improvements without impairing product quality or delivery performance or safety.
Make proposals that you feel will deliver improvements and savings in line with GE processes and policies using the Employee Ideas Scheme.
Maintenance: Working to APS practices follow routine maintenance schedules and cleaning plans for workstations, jigs and fixtures.
Highlight any issues to the Production Support Engineer/Coordinator.
As and when required, support any other duties that may be required to support the manufacturing facility.
Be adaptable to all future business requirements.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Good general standard of education with confirmed educational qualifications
Significant experience in the light mechanical assembly environment or similar. Electrical/electronic qualifications may be an advantage.
Desired Characteristics:
Mandatory EHS Compliance with GE Life Saving Rules
Safe working practices within the workplace.
The ability to work as part of a team. Understanding of 'Lean manufacturing' techniques would be an advantage.
Understanding of Kanban & Flow / Pull Techniques would be an advantage.
Mechanical/Electrical aptitude would be an advantage.
Requires manual handling expertise.
Able to work to standard written operative procedures.
Effectively communicate within the team. Interpretation of diagrams, drawings and Schematic details required. Be able to adapt to the use of Touch Screen technology and IT skills.
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

**Job Description Summary**
Manufacture of large power transformers to meet customer/production plans, ensuring assembly, inspection and test is conducted using Lean methodology.
Working to specifications and instructions, using the correct tools and methods.
Meeting exacting standards expected by the customer.
**Job Description**
Environment / Health / Safety: Compliance with EHS adherence to safe working operating procedures from the perspective of their own safety and safety of their work colleagues. Product on time delivery: Responsible for the build of the product to the manufacturing plan. Product Quality: Responsible for the build quality of the product in line with the standard operating instructions. May be required to assist in the training of others. Product cost: Responsible for the efficient manufacture of the product in line with defined process.
Continuous Improvement: Implement where instructed, process improvement actions that will result in sustainable productivity improvements without impairing product quality or delivery performance or safety. Make proposals that you feel will deliver improvements and savings in line with GE processes and policies using the Employee Ideas Scheme. Maintenance: Working to APS practices follow routine maintenance schedules and cleaning plans for workstations, jigs and fixtures.Highlight any issues to the Production Support Engineer/Coordinator. As and when required, support any other duties that may be required to support the manufacturing facility.Be adaptable to all future business requirements.
Qualifications/Requirements:Good general standard of education with confirmed educational qualifications Significant experience in the light mechanical assembly environment or similar. Electrical/electronic qualifications may be an advantage. Desired Characteristics:Mandatory EHS Compliance with GE Life Saving Rules Safe working practices within the workplace. The ability to work as part of a team. Understanding of 'Lean manufacturing' techniques would be an advantage. Understanding of Kanban & Flow / Pull Techniques would be an advantage. Mechanical/Electrical aptitude would be an advantage.Requires manual handling expertise. Able to work to standard written operative procedures. Effectively communicate within the team. Interpretation of diagrams, drawings and Schematic details required. Be able to adapt to the use of Touch Screen technology and IT skills.
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

**Job Description Summary**
Manufacture of large power transformers to meet customer/production plans, ensuring assembly, inspection and test is conducted using Lean methodology.
Working to specifications and instructions, using the correct tools and methods.
Meeting exacting standards expected by the customer.
**Job Description**
Environment / Health / Safety: Compliance with EHS adherence to safe working operating procedures from the perspective of their own safety and safety of their work colleagues.
Product on time delivery: Responsible for the build of the product to the manufacturing plan.
Product Quality: Responsible for the build quality of the product in line with the standard operating instructions.
May be required to assist in the training of others.
Product cost: Responsible for the efficient manufacture of the product in line with defined process.
Continuous Improvement: Implement where instructed, process improvement actions that will result in sustainable productivity improvements without impairing product quality or delivery performance or safety.
Make proposals that you feel will deliver improvements and savings in line with GE processes and policies using the Employee Ideas Scheme.
Maintenance: Working to APS practices follow routine maintenance schedules and cleaning plans for workstations, jigs and fixtures.
Highlight any issues to the Production Support Engineer/Coordinator.
As and when required, support any other duties that may be required to support the manufacturing facility.
Be adaptable to all future business requirements.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Good general standard of education with confirmed educational qualifications
Significant experience in the light mechanical assembly environment or similar. Electrical/electronic qualifications may be an advantage.
Desired Characteristics:
Mandatory EHS Compliance with GE Life Saving Rules
Safe working practices within the workplace.
The ability to work as part of a team. Understanding of 'Lean manufacturing' techniques would be an advantage.
Understanding of Kanban & Flow / Pull Techniques would be an advantage.
Mechanical/Electrical aptitude would be an advantage.
Requires manual handling expertise.
Able to work to standard written operative procedures.
Effectively communicate within the team. Interpretation of diagrams, drawings and Schematic details required. Be able to adapt to the use of Touch Screen technology and IT skills.
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

**Job Description Summary**
Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.
In this position you will manufacture Electro-mechanical products to meet production plans, ensuring assembly, inspection and test is carried out using Lean methodology.
You will be working to specifications and instructions, using the correct tools, methods, and equipment. Meeting exacting standards expected by the customer.
Shift Pattern: Dayshift and/or Twilight as Business requires.
Start times:
Monday - Thursday : Start 7:00am, End 15:30pm
Friday : Start 7:00am, End 12:00pm
**Job Description**
**Essential Responsibilities:**
**Environment / Health / Safety:** Compliance with EHS adherence to safe working operating procedures from the perspective of their own safety and safety of their work colleagues.
**Product on time delivery:** Responsible for the build, test, and repair of products to the manufacturing plan.
**Product Quality** : Responsible for the build quality of the product in line with the standard operating instructions. May be required to assist in the training of others.
**Product cost:** Responsible for the efficient manufacture of the product, respecting and adhering to defined processes.
**Continuous Improvement:** Implement where instructed, process improvement actions that will result in sustainable productivity improvements without impairing product quality, delivery performance or safety. Make proposals that you feel will deliver improvements and savings in line with GE processes and policies using the Employee Ideas Scheme.
**Support:**
+ Productivity / Leakage / Efficiency Improvements KPI.
+ On time Delivery KPI.
+ Product FTPR (First time pass rate) KPI.
**Maintenance:**
+ Working to Lean practices, follow routine maintenance schedules and cleaning plans for workstations, jigs, and fixtures.
+ Highlight any issues to the Production Support Engineer/Coordinator.
+ Take part in 5S Audits and maintenance plans.
**General:** As and when required support any other duties that may be required to support the manufacturing facility. Be adaptable to all future business requirements. Support GE Beliefs.
Additional Job Description:
**Time Type:** Full time
**Primary Location:** Stafford, UK
**Scheduled Weekly Hours:** 37
**Work Shift:** Dayshift and/or Twilight as Business requires.
**Start times:**
Monday - Thursday : Start 7:00am, End 15:30pm
Friday : Start 7:00am, End 12:00pm
**Roles and Responsibilities:**
+ Follow safety standard. Identify near misses and unsafe conditions, and act and report to immediate mentor, team leader or supervisor.
+ Follow working instructions for specific operations in order to ensure production according to quality standards.
+ Flag process problems to the team leader, and take ownership of quality performance without reliance of the firewall.
+ Organise work to achieve individual objectives while demonstrating commitment to meet team objectives.
+ Demonstrate the importance of meeting costs, time and quality requirements of the job by always striving to achieve them.
+ Follow work instructions for specific operations in order to ensure production according to schedules.
+ Meet the skill set required for specific operations as per company standard.
+ Identify any potential job delays that will cause deviation to the standard process, and act and report to immediate mentor, team leader or supervisor.
+ Maintain a tidy area, put tools in their proper place, keep working areas free from hazards.
+ Seek to understand received job information, and make improvements.
+ Help to meeting requirements of standard cycle time and man hours.
+ Conduct daily 5S inspections as required.
+ Support Kaizen workshops and continuous improvement activities as required.
+ Provide feedback to team leader or supervisor on information on lessons learnt, and provide, support implementation of improvement ideas in the allocated area of work.
+ Perform time registration accordingly to guidelines, clock on and off at correct times, and respect working hours.
+ Communicate task completion according to guidelines.
At GE Vernova - Grid Automation, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of energy. We offer a collaborative environment where your expertise will be valued, and your contributions will make a tangible impact. Join us and be part of a team that is driving innovation and excellence in control systems.
**About GE Grid Solutions:**
At GE Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.
**Why we come to work:**
At GE Renewable Energy, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we're always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you'll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you'll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.
**What we offer:**
A key role in a dynamic, international working environment.
**Additional Information**
**Relocation Assistance Provided:** No
**Additional Information**
**Relocation Assistance Provided:** No
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

**Job Description Summary**
GE Vernova would like to recruit a Manufacturing Process Engineer to work from our Stafford facility. The Manufacturing Process Engineer is responsible for analysing, developing, and implementing process enhancements across the manufacturing operation to improve efficiency, productivity, quality, and safety. This role utilises lean manufacturing principles, data analytics, and cross-functional collaboration to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and support strategic business objectives.
**Job Description**
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Evaluate existing manufacturing processes and workflows to identify areas for improvement.
+ Design, develop, and implement process improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies.
+ Collect and analyse production data to measure process effectiveness and identify root causes of inefficiencies.
+ Collaborate with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams to drive change and ensure successful implementation of improvement projects.
+ Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions for improved processes.
+ Lead Kaizen events, workshops, and training sessions to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
+ Monitor and report on project progress, savings, and performance metrics to management.
+ Support cost reduction initiatives and drive waste elimination efforts.
+ Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality requirements in all process improvement activities.
+ Generate CAPEX proposal justification reports to support capital investment decisions.
+ Lead PUWER (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations) assessments on factory equipment to ensure safety and compliance.
+ Lead Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures to ensure safe equipment isolation during maintenance and process changes.
+ Stay current with industry trends, new technologies, and best practices in manufacturing process improvement.
**Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field) required.
+ Experience in a manufacturing or process engineering role.
+ Proven experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
+ Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
+ Proficient in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Minitab) and manufacturing software.
+ Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher) preferred.
**About Us:**
GE Vernova is a world leader in the energy solutions market with a portfolio of energy businesses across the globe. Grid Solutions provides equipment, systems, and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition - and we want you to be part of that change and enjoy imagination at work.
If you are ready to make a difference and usher in a new era of clean, reliable energy, come join us.
**About GEV Grid Solutions:**
At GEV Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.
**Why we come to work:**
At GEV, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we're always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you'll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you'll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.
**What we offer:**
A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements
Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities - including private health insurance.
**Additional Information**
**Relocation Assistance Provided:** No
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.