Production Engineer in Newport

A leading global manufacturing business is seeking two experienced Production Engineers to join its engineering team in Telford. These roles will act as technical leads across new product introduction, manufacturing process development, and complex problem resolution activities. The successful candidates will play a key role in driving continuous improvement, supporting production efficiency, and implementing robust engineering solutions within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a technical lead for New Product Introduction (NPI), process development, and manufacturing issue resolution.
• Create and manage technical documentation relating to approved manufacturing processes and product builds.
• Define and validate suitable manufacturing processes, tooling, and production equipment.
• Lead continuous improvement projects focused on productivity, quality, efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Investigate technical and manufacturing issues, implementing sustainable corrective actions and long-term solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and support during product manufacturing development activities.
• Apply work study methods to improve manual and operator-driven manufacturing processes.
• Support the Engineering Supervisor with technical guidance and mentoring for engineering team members.
• Support cross-functional engineering and operational activities.
• Ensure manufacturing processes and equipment comply with all relevant legal, regulatory, and safety standards.
• Design and develop jigs and fixtures to improve process quality and productivity.
• Analyse and interpret complex BOM structures and datasets to support issue resolution and process optimisation.
• Maintain strong awareness and application of workplace Health & Safety standards.
• Deliver technical presentations and communicate engineering information effectively across the business.
• Initiate and manage engineering change controls, documentation, records, and reporting systems.
• Coordinate engineering activities with wider engineering teams across the business.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Support operational requirements through flexible working and shift support when required.
• Carry out additional duties as reasonably requested by management.

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• HNC Level 4 qualification or above in an Engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience within a similar Production Engineer or Manufacturing Engineer role.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and 5S methodologies.
• Advanced knowledge of engineering and manufacturing principles.
• Proven project management experience.
• Experience supporting manufacturing process improvements and production efficiency.
• Strong technical problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment with tight deadlines.

Desirable Experience

• Experience within high-volume manufacturing or technology-led production environments.
• Exposure to New Product Introduction (NPI) processes.
• Experience designing manufacturing fixtures, tooling, or production aids.
• Knowledge of engineering change management processes.
• Experience working with complex BOM structures and manufacturing data analysis.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Proactive and solution-focused mindset.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to changing business demands.

Physical Requirements

• Good general level of fitness.
• Ability to support operational activities within a manufacturing environment as required.

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to join a leading global manufacturing business.
• Technically challenging role within an advanced manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to innovative products and manufacturing technologies.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Collaborative engineering-focused environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Choice of day shift or double days shift pattern.

To apply either: Click apply on this job board. Contact the team on 01952 739393. Staffing Lab limited are working as an employment business (for temp) / Employment agency (perm) in relation to this vacancy.