155 Manufacturing jobs in Willenhall

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Join a global leader in the packaging and speciality film industry, where innovation and sustainability are at the heart of everything we do. We're looking for a Machine Operator to support our manufacturing excellence and help deliver high-quality, sustainable products that make a difference.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate, set up, and maintain industrial machinery to ensure smooth production.
• Monitor production processes to maintain efficiency and product quality.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and carry out minor maintenance tasks.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet daily production targets.
• Follow all safety protocols and quality standards rigorously.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience in machine operation or a manufacturing environment (preferred).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and keen attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams and instructions.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and a team-oriented mindset.
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including days, nights and weekends (Day Shift 06:40-19:00, and Night Shift 18:40-07:00)

What's in It for You:

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Opportunities for skill development and career progression.
• Access to state-of-the-art technology and training.
• A supportive, inclusive, and safety-focused work environment.
• The chance to contribute to innovative, sustainable products that make a global impact.

Ready to take the next step in your manufacturing career?
Apply now and become part of a team that's shaping the future of sustainable packaging.

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Location: Bristol
Department: Engineering
Reporting To: Manufacturing Group Leader - NPI
Travel Requirements: Some travel may be necessary between company sites, Customers, and Suppliers

A specialist manufacturer renowned for producing high-complexity, ultra-tight tolerance components primarily for the aerospace, power generation, and airframe sectors, is now seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join their growing business.

The Manufacturing Engineer will play a key role in enhancing their already impressive manufacturing processes, ensuring product quality, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process Development & Optimisation: Design, implement, and refine manufacturing processes for aerospace components. Create and maintain 3D models and CNC programs using CAD/CAM software. Evaluate and improve existing production methods to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Technical Support: Provide hands-on engineering support to production teams. Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and implement corrective actions. Collaborate with design and quality teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Tooling & Equipment: Specify, procure, and maintain production tooling and equipment. Develop jigs, fixtures, and other aids to support efficient manufacturing.
• Continuous Improvement & Quality Culture: Drive a culture of zero defects across the organisation. Lead and participate in Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives. Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
• Documentation & Compliance: Create and maintain detailed work instructions, process documentation, and technical reports. Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, and other relevant aerospace standards.
• Project Management: Manage and support new product introduction (NPI) and process transfer projects. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet project timelines and deliverables.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience for the Manufacturing Engineer:

• Demonstrated experience in a manufacturing engineering role, preferably within the aerospace sector.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining, assembly processes, and aerospace-grade materials.
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM software, particularly SolidWorks and Solid CAM.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Skilled in identifying issues, analysing root causes, and implementing corrective actions.
• High level of accuracy and commitment to quality, with a focus on achieving zero defects and Right First-Time production.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with production, quality, design, and supply chain teams.

Join them and be part of a team that values their employees aspirations. Apply now to make a significant impact in the aerospace industry!

ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

What do we offer?

• Competitive salary
li>Company performance bonus scheme
• Pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution
• Private medical insurance
• Comprehensive health cash plan
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Flexible benefits programme (buy & sell holiday allowance, discounted gym memberships, Maternity/ adoption leave- up to 52 weeks, first 26 weeks at full pay, subsequent 26 at 50% (basic pay) and Paternity/Non-Pregnant Parent/ Co-adopter leave 4 weeks full pay)
• Structured training & opportunities to progress

What does the role look like?

We're looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to help shape the future of our manufacturing systems and processes. In this key technical role, you'll be the link between our customers, suppliers, and internal teams-ensuring manufacturing is built into product design from the start. You'll lead technology introductions, manage complex improvement projects, and drive the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of our manufacturing systems.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong engineering background, aerospace manufacturing experience, and a passion for innovation and problem-solving.

What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like?

• Lead the technical direction for manufacturing systems, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, cost, and compliance targets are met.
• Act as the main technical interface with customers, suppliers, and internal design teams to ensure products are designed for manufacture.
• Drive the introduction of new manufacturing technologies and support the creation of technology roadmaps.
• Oversee manufacturing system design, including standard work, cell design, process simulation, and takt-based logistics.
• Lead New Product Introductions (NPIs) and major manufacturing method changes.
• Apply tools such as PFMEA to reduce process risk and improve system performance.
• Manage relationships with equipment suppliers and support make-vs-buy decisions.

Essential skills:

• Experience in aerospace manufacturing, assembly, and test.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation.
• HNC (apprentice-trained) or degree in Engineering/Manufacturing, or equivalent experience.

Desirable skills:

• Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience with Design for Manufacture/Automation.
• Project management qualifications (Prince 2, APMP).

About us:

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets.

A leading manufacturer in the Coventry area has an impressive new opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer to join a team of 4. This is a newly created role in the business to support them with the introduction of new products within the business. You will be working on some interesting projects and have the opportunity to work in many different departments, particularly within Manufacturing and Design. They are offering an attractive salary package of circa 40k to 45k, working a 39-hour contracted week and finishing earlier on Fridays.

Responsibilities:

• The Manufacturing Engineer will project manage the design of new Machinery, systems, equipment and processes for the introduction of new products or the improvement of existing ones, ensuring all documentation is relevant and up to date.
• Target inefficiencies quickly using problem-solving techniques such as 5 Whys, A3, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Support, cost estimate, and document all engineering changes.
• Ensure non-conformances within production are identified, eliminated, and controls are in place to prevent reoccurrences.
• Ensure all manufacturing processes are supported by the necessary training, documentation, and Quality Controls.
• Understand the requirements of modern machinery, ensuring compliance with current legislation and best practice.
• Demonstrate an understanding of current environmental legislation and future trends.
• Clearly and efficiently communicate vital engineering updates and changes to all levels within the business.
• Carry out targeted improvement events through the use of data and Root Cause analysis.
• Review results gained from improvements to ensure objectives have been achieved.
• Prepare reports and documentation and communicate to team members, senior management team,
• Work closely with the production support teams, maintaining an advocacy of all policies and procedures underpinning the way we do business. Leading by example, you will be one of the supporting functions of all topics associated within the production support teams. Support and Lead projects, driving out waste, reducing downtime and improving OTIFEF delivery to customers.
• Work closely with the Engineering Development Manager, identifying and creating an ongoing road map for engineering to deliver on the company's business goals.

Requirements of the Manufacturing Engineer:

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a time served Manufacturing Engineer who has served an apprenticeship and worked within the Mechatronics field would equally be as desirable.
• CNC Programming is highly desirable
• Some experience of plastic processes would also be beneficial.
• All manufacturing industries considered.
• Design experience of Pneumatic controls, electrical controls and can create drawings
• Passionate about lean methodologies and have some training in Six Sigma Green belt Kaizen, 5S, Lean formal qualifications and training.

Salary and Benefits

• 40k to 45k
• 39-hour working week, with earlier finishes on Fridays
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
• Life Cover X2
• Wellbeing Program
• Employee Assistance Program

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Rubicon Consulting  is currently recruiting for a Manufacturing Engineer on a 12 Month Contract Length based in Worcester. This Role is Inside IR35.

Role Summary

We are looking to recruit a Manufacturing Engineer to join the team at our main office in Worcester. In this role you will play an important part defining methods for our manufacturing process at our additive manufacturing business.

• Support completion of quotation packages providing information relating to resource planning.
li>Understand customer requirements for new projects and summarise to ensure flow down within the company is understood.
• Creation of part specific manufacturing instructions/programs for processes.
• E.g: CNC Milling, CNC Turning, wEDM, Grinding.
• Support in the creation of tooling/fixturing to support all processes/projects across the site.
• E.g: CNC Mill/Turning, de-powdering, airflow, inspection, etc.
• Training of operational workforce to ensure compliance to released programs and techniques.
• Co-ordination where required of sub contract fixture creation.
• Support and create documents for flow down of technical information required for operational processing and completion of validation reports.
• Update part routing structures in line with internal procedures.
• Support with daily MRB resolutions.
• Support actions for closure of 3C activity for process improvements on issues.
• Support continuous improvement activities.
• Defining methods of manufacture and continuous improvement for processing operations such as EDM, support removal, blasting, part marking.

Requirements

• Proficient with MS packages and ERP systems.
• Experience in high volume production manufacturing facilities and provision of flow down requirements.
• Comfortable discussing, explaining, and debating complex technical problems within a cross functional team & Customers.
• Fluent in English.
• Interpreting customer specifications/requirements.
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions.
• The ability to thrive in a challenging environment.
• Methodical and self-motivated.
• Committed to continuous improvement.
• Ability to work as part of a team and on an individual basis.
• Effective communicator.
• Proven track record machining complex parts.
• CAM experience is essential.
• NX experience is preferred but not essential.
• CNC Grinding Experience is preferred but not essential.

Our Company

Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time!

The Manufacturing Engineer will play a crucial role in optimising production processes and ensuring efficiency within the engineering & manufacturing department. This position is ideal for someone with a strong technical background in the industrial/manufacturing sector and a passion for process improvement.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established company within the industrial/manufacturing sector, known for producing high-quality products and fostering a supportive work environment. As a medium-sized organisation, they offer excellent opportunities for career growth and professional development.

Description

• Develop and implement manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to ensure manufacturability of products.
• Identify and resolve technical issues related to production processes.
• Monitor production performance and suggest improvements to achieve operational goals.
• Support the introduction of new equipment and technologies into the manufacturing environment.
• Prepare and update technical documentation, including process instructions and reports.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations in all manufacturing activities.
• Provide training and guidance to production staff on new processes and equipment.

Profile

A successful Manufacturing Engineer should have:

• A strong background in engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Project Management Skills/ experience
• Experience of lean manufacturing processes (Six Sigma, Kaizen)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite products
• Experience of AutoCAD
• Experience in the industrial/manufacturing sector, particularly within a production environment.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and process improvement methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of health and safety.

Job Offer

• 50,000.
• Generous holiday allowance to support work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth within the engineering & manufacturing department.
• Supportive and inclusive company culture.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and equipment in the industrial/manufacturing sector.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer to make a meaningful impact. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply today.

Rullion are looking to recruit for the following role:

• Continious Improvement Engineer/Manufacturing Engineer
• Location : Worcester
• Hybrid Model
• ASAP Start
• 12 months initial contract
• Inside IR35
• 25.50 - 32.80 per hour

(Additive Manufacturing)

Role Overview: The Process Improvement Specialist will focus on optimizing the operational efficiency of PBF LB/M machines through data-driven methodologies. This role will require expertise in statistical analysis and a solid understanding of additive manufacturing processes.

Your profile

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline Preferred - Experience essential over degree.
• Experience in process improvement within the manufacturing sector.
• Proficiency in Statistical Process Control (SPC) and experience with sensitivity analysis.
• Familiarity with PBF LB/M machines and industrial additive manufacturing processes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

• Analyse current processes and identify areas for improvement in PBF LB/M machine operations.
• Develop and execute process control plans to enhance machine performance and product quality.
• Implement Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques to track and improve process metrics.
• Design and conduct sensitivity studies to evaluate the effects of process variations.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to implement process improvements.
• Document findings and present recommendations to stakeholders.

Candidate ideally to have a engineering/manufacturing background such as in aerospace etc.

If available send CV and a member of the team will be in touch

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Do you have an understanding of processes such as machining and the fabrication of metal components/parts?

Do you have experience in planning manufacturing methods within a machining or fabrication environment and a 'how can we do things better' mindset? If so then please read on!

The basics:

Role: Manufacturing Engineer - machining and fabrication

Location: Redditch

Starting salary: 48,893

Hours: Mon-Thurs (7.30am to 4.30pm), Fridays (7.30am to 12.30pm) - 39 hours per week

Holidays and Benefits: 5.6 weeks of annual leave per year inc. bank holidays, increasing to 6.6 weeks inc. bank holidays following 1 year of continuous service. Death in Service Benefit 2x annual salary,

Overview:

We now require an additional Manufacturing Engineer to join the team due to expansion. The company have sites across the UK and manufacture components for some well-known names within industry. This role will require an understanding of how components are made out of metal - techniques, such as machining, fabrication and metal manipulation. You will create manufacturing route cards (SOP's and methods to manufacture) to ensure the best methods to manufacture whilst continually looking at improvements.

The ideal candidate/ Manufacturing Engineer may have some of the following, however, please note these are only desirable and not essential as all applications will be looked at individually:

• Previous experience writing SOP's, methods of manufacture
• Knowledge of machining and fabrication of metal components
• Excellent inter-personal and presentation skills
• Ability to read manufacturing drawings and specifications and break out the details and processes required for each operation required for manufacture.
• Previous experience working in a role where streamlining and improving processes is key aspect of the your role.

Commutable from, Redditch, Alcester, Bromsgrove, Halesowen, Solihull and surrounding areas.

If you are interested in the Manufacturing Engineer role, please apply immediately due to the urgency of this position.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Birmingham City Centre

Salary: Up to 45,000

Shift Patterns: 07:00-15:30 (Earlier finish on a Friday of 12:00)

Oliver Rae is recruiting for a Manufacturing Engineer to join a growing business in the heart of Birmingham City Centre. The Manufacturing Engineer (BOMs, Routes & Costings) plays a pivotal role in ensuring accurate and efficient setup of manufacturing data within the ERP system. This includes creating and maintaining part numbers, Bills of Materials (BOMs), routings, and product timings, as well as performing detailed costing analysis for new and existing products.

The role supports smooth product introduction, cost control, and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain part numbers, BOMs, routings, and manufacturing timings in the ERP system.
• Define and document manufacturing methods for new and existing products.
• Work with the Engineering Team to specify tooling, fixtures, gauges and SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures) required for production.
• Implement process changes and improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Prepare costing summaries for new products, variants, and specials to support sales quotations.
• Estimate machining and manufacturing times for accurate route and cost setup, carrying out product timings where necessary.
• Analyse cost variances and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Participate in continuous improvement.
• Placing purchase orders for some equipment and capital expenditure items where required.
• Train production staff on new processes and manufacturing specifications where necessary.

Qualification/experience required

• Strong experience with ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing data management.
• Ability to read drawings.
• Knowledge of CNC machining.
• CAD knowledge.
• HND/HNC or equivalent in Engineering or a time served engineer.
• Previous experience in manufacturing cost estimation.

Why work for this company?

• Permanent position.
• Clear path for progression with ongoing training and development.
• Overtime paid at premium rates.
• Great working hours - with an early Friday finish to start your weekend right.
• Pay review after 6 months.
• Access to the BHSF Corporate Health Cash Plan.
• Employee Hub with discounts at top retailers, restaurants, and more.
• Free workwear provided.
• 33 days holiday, including bank holidays.
• Extra day off after 3 years of service.
• Life Assurance cover.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to support your commute.

Click Apply Now to be considered for the Manufacturing Engineer.

Oliver Rae is an Established Recruitment Business with offices based in Walsall and Halesowen. We supply Temporary and Permanent Staffing to a range of sectors.

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