Manufacturing Engineer

Prime Appointments Ltd • Colchester, England • Posted June 10, 2026

About the Role

Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Colchester
Salary: up to £40,000

Prime Appointments is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join a well-established industrial manufacturing company in Colchester. This role involves working closely with Production and Manufacturing teams to improve processes, support daily operations, and drive continuous improvement projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Create and update Standard Operating Procedures
  • Support and guide production staff to ensure smooth operations
  • Quickly resolve production issues and perform root cause analysis
  • Recommend and justify capital investments with clear ROI
  • Lead and support Lean manufacturing and quality improvement initiatives
  • Assist with New Product Introductions to ensure manufacturability
  • Manage tooling and fixture procurement and replacements.
  • Help maintain equipment and improve TPM practice
  • Plan and ...