Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

Location: Astec Industries Europe Limited, 3 Bankmore Way East

Primary Process Owner, who works closely with all aspects of Astec, Inc. operations (manufacturing, quality, OpEx and safety) to develop safe, efficient and reliable manufacturing methods. Identifies process improvement opportunities (productivity and reduce costs), allowing Astec to create a sustainable competitive advantage through the use of Kaizen, lean tools and methods. Leads cross functional events to analyze and deploy standards and techniques, to improve quality, ensure on-time delivery, control costs and/or other engineering/economic objectives. Applies visual and auditable manufacturing best practices to solve problems, improve performance and productivity, while eliminating waste.

About The Role

• Develops, evaluates, and recommends improvements in manufacturing methods through new processes and modifications, minimizing cost and effectively applying production capabilities.
• Implements process improvements through time studies, process mapping, value‑stream mapping, and workload balancing, through cross‑functional team collaboration.
• Using standard lean tools achieves safety and process improvements, through reducing cycle‑time, rework, scrap, inventory, overtime, space, on‑time completions, etc.
• Facilitates continuous improvements through the use of lean tools and coordinates lean training, development activities of all employees.
• Works with manufacturing to analyze and plan work‑force utilisation, space requirements, material routing and handling methods, manufacturing processes and methods, machine and tool design applications, workflow and new technology and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency, safety and quality.
• Develops proposals, evaluates new development programs and recommends changes in manufacturing processes and production methods and/or objectives to improve quality, productivity, manufacturability and safety as required. Working with Design engineering to review design for manufacture.
• Responsible for the transition of new product introductions from engineering to manufacturing, including capacity analysis, process robustness and process validations.
• Develops and maintains the manufacturing process work instructions and assembly tooling that are initiated by product design or method improvement changes.
• Specifies new equipment and design required fixtures, jigs and tooling needed to meet production and quality requirements.
• Creates drawing packs for internal and outsourced fabrications.
• Follows company policies and procedures at all times.
• Follows proper safety rules and procedures at all times.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

About The Company

Servicing the quarrying and aggregate, mining, port, and terminal sectors, Telestack designs and manufactures their equipment from their headquarters in Omagh. Based across 2 nearby sites, Telestack has grown extensively in numbers and employs people across a range of disciplines from engineering (design, mechanical, electrical), manufacturing, fabrication, quality, supply chain, project management, aftermarket and product support, sales, marketing, finance, HR, IT and many more. Their turnover has increased substantially in that short period, and they are now one of the key private employers in the locality.

Utilising industry‑leading software and technologies, Telestack has a track record of firsts. Their engineering team has developed concepts that have changed the nature of the sectors in which they operate. Guided by industry best practice, Telestack boasts all the benefits of a large corporate company whilst maintaining the culture and ethos of a local family operation! The Telestack solutions are world‑renowned, and the brand is known, respected and sought‑after by large blue‑chip companies globally.

Company Culture

Telestack was purchased in 2014 by Astec Industries – the >$1bn NASDAQ listed company who are one of America’s leading manufacturers of equipment that build’s much of the world’s infrastructure. Astec boasts world celebrated brands such as Peterson grinders, Kolberg‑Pioneer, Johnson Crushers and Osborn mining products, combining their centuries of experience under the trusted Astec brand.

Astec is a market‑leading brand supplying equipment to several industries that include the asphalt, concrete, recycling, aggregate, road building, and mining sectors. They have a strategic global focus and over the last number of years, they have invested millions in their Omagh based European facility. These investments are the foundation upon which the next phase of growth will be built upon and the team in Omagh are seeking the very best talent to join them in their journey!

Ready to grow your career with a company that values innovation, ambition, and personal growth?

Required Criteria

• A third‑level qualification (degree or foundation degree) in an engineering related discipline e.g. manufacturing, mechanical, industrial.
• Minimum of two years related work experience in a manufacturing environment required with a demonstrated understanding of heavy machinery manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of LEAN methods used in manufacturing processes required.
• Must be able to collaborate and facilitate cross‑functional teams to influence and manage change in a heavy manufacturing work environment.

Desired Criteria

Desired Skills: (No specific details provided)

Closing Date : Wednesday 25th March, 2026

Contract Type : Fulltime

Salary : Based on Experience

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