Theo James Recruitment is proud to partner with a renowned aerospace engineering company based in South Shields, assisting them in their search for a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer. Our client is a leader in the aerospace sector, known for their commitment to innovation, quality, and excellence.

Job Role:

To technically support operations by developing, optimizing, and improving manufacturing processes (CNC Machining, presswork, laminate) to enhance productivity, quality, and safety.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Evaluate existing manufacturing processes, identify areas for improvement, and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Monitor and analyze performance metrics, including cycle time, rates per hour, yield, and scrap, and develop strategies to meet or exceed targets.
• Provide technical support to resolve process-related issues.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to drive root cause analysis, corrective actions, and preventive measures.
• Assist in New Product Introduction and provide manufacturing and technical expertise.
• Produce CNC programs for a variety of machine tools.
• Collaborate with Team Leaders, manufacturing team members, and build relationships with tooling suppliers.
• Participate in and implement improvement programs and initiatives using Lean Manufacturing strategies.
• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in production technologies, methodologies, and best practices.
• Undertake additional duties as required in line with the needs of the business and your job role.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Possess a good work ethic and be efficient in job duties.
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain good working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Deliver own tasks to time, quality, and cost.
• Highly motivated and confident, a self-starter with initiative, capable of working with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to generate and apply ideas and concepts.
• Ability to make effective decisions.
• Manage multiple projects at different stages.
• Prioritize tasks effectively.

Other Requirements:

• Ensure all safety rules and standards are adhered to.
• Ensure correct Personal Protective Equipment is worn at all times when required, in line with company procedures.
• Commitment and ongoing support to the company’s LEAN program.
• Flexibility to travel as and when required.
• Hold a full clean driving license.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Significant experience in a Manufacturing/Process Engineering role.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and 3D CAD modeling.
• Adept at working in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings.
• Demonstrate knowledge and experience with CAD/CAM systems (Solidworks/Alphacam/Catia).