Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer - Hayes, Middlesex £32,000 to £34,000 + Package Start ASAPLaunch Your Engineering Career in Advanced ManufacturingWe are currently working with a leading aerospace MRO to recruit a Manufacturing Engineer with 1 to 2 years of experience. This is an excellent opportunity for an early career engineer to develop within a high performance, regulated production environment.The successful candidate will join a technical team supporting plating and surface finishing operations, playing a key role in improving shop floor processes, developing documentation and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.The RoleAs a Manufacturing Engineer, you will:Create and maintain clear and practical manufacturing work instructions and tooling documentation for shop floor useDefine critical checks and inspection requirements to support productionAssist in investigating and resolving production defects and non conformitiesContribute to continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve throughputAnalyse production data including cycle times, downtime and machine availabilityConduct time and motion studies, workflow analysis and process mappingSupport structured problem solving activities alongside senior engineersDevelop and maintain tooling and equipment master data within an ERP systemCoordinate with maintenance teams to ensure equipment uptimeCollaborate with Operations, Tooling, Supply Chain, IT and Maintenance teamsSupport automation and digital improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing performanceEnsure full compliance with Environmental, Health and Safety proceduresThis is a hands on role combining office based engineering responsibilities with regular time spent supporting shop floor operations within a plating environment.The CandidateOur client is particularly interested in individuals with 1 to 2 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering, production engineering or tooling support role who are keen to continue developing their career.EssentialHND in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline1 to 2 years of experience within a manufacturing or production environmentExperience creating or updating manufacturing work instructions or technical documentationAbility to read and interpret engineering drawingsBasic metrology knowledgeStrong analytical and problem solving skillsGood working knowledge of Microsoft OfficeExperience using CAD software, SolidWorks preferredAbility to communicate effectively with both shop floor personnel and technical teamsRight to live and work in the UK without restrictionDesirableExperience in metal component manufacturing or surface finishing processesExposure to aerospace manufacturing standardsFamiliarity with MRP or ERP systems, SAP desirableLean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement trainingUnderstanding of Statistical Process ControlPersonal AttributesCurious and proactive with a genuine interest in improving manufacturing processesDetail focused with a practical approach to problem solvingComfortable working within a matrix team environmentWell organised and able to manage multiple prioritiesMotivated to develop technically and professionallyWorking EnvironmentThe role is primarily office based but involves regular time within a plating shop environment. The successful candidate will be working around industrial equipment and chemical processes, with full training and appropriate protective equipment provided.Flexibility is required in line with business needs, including potential shift support, evenings, weekends or occasional travel during key project phases.This is a strong opportunity for a motivated early career engineer to gain exposure to advanced aerospace manufacturing processes and contribute to meaningful continuous improvement projects.If you are looking to take the next step in your manufacturing engineering career, we would welcome your application.