Manufacturing Engineer - Lead

Morson Talent
Cheadle, Borough of Stockport, Greater Manchester
11 months ago
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Lead Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Cheadle (Stockport)

Type of role: Permanent

Salary: £70,000(negotiable)
Shift pattern: Monday – Friday (DAYS) – 37.5hrs/week
06:00-14:00 or 07:00-15:00

About Company

Our client brings advanced technology to life. As a global leader in mission-critical technologies for medical and advanced industrial OEMs, they are driven by innovation, precision, and purpose. Join a team where your expertise powers breakthroughs that matter.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Lead Manufacturing Engineer with a proven track record in manufacturing and process engineering to lead high-impact initiatives at our client Stockport facility. This is a pivotal role focused on product transfer, project management, process optimisation, and continuous improvement.

Job Purpose
The Lead Engineer will report directly to the Senior Engineer/Engineering Manager on site. They will be accountable for the completion of work as set by the Senior Engineer/Engineering Manager,
including ensuring that the work is completed in a quality and timely manner. They will provide
support in relation to all maintenance tasks and projects being undertaken, including day to day
breakdown, PPM, equipment updates, new installations, and building/infrastructure upgrades. The position requires shift work with the pattern being plant specific and on-call work to provide cover for emergency breakdowns and shutdown periods.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage new product introductions (NPI) and product transfers from design to full-scale production.

Drive process optimisation initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
Champion continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies.
Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to deliver seamless project execution.
Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation.
What you bring:

10+ years of experience in manufacturing and process engineering roles.

Strong background in project management and cross-functional leadership.
Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and root cause analysis.
Demonstrated success in product transfer and scaling production processes.
Experience in precision manufacturing environments is highly advantageous.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

Why join our client:

Work on cutting-edge technologies that make a real-world impact.

Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunities for professional growth and global collaboration.
If you think that you are suitable for the role, please do not hesitate to apply.

LMIND

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