Manufacturing Engineer
Progressive Recruitment • Stopsley, Bedfordshire • Posted June 18, 2026
About the Role
Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Near Luton (Bedfordshire)
Salary: Up to £55,000 + Annual Bonus + Benefits
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (On-site)
Company: Global Engineering & Manufacturing Leader
Why this Manufacturing Engineer role?
Join a world-class manufacturing environment and take ownership of continuous improvement across machining, welding & fabrication and assembly operations. You'll eliminate waste, reduce cycle time, and lift OEE using structured Lean and Six Sigma methods.
What you'll do as Manufacturing Engineer
Lead Continuous Improvement initiatives using Kaizen, SMED, Six Sigma, 5S, 8D, and Value Stream Mapping
Develop, optimise, and standardise manufacturing processes across machining (CNC, turning, milling), welding/fabrication, and mechanical assembly
Implement robust process controls and error-proofing (Poka‑Yoke) with clear work standards and visual management
Support NPI from concept through to volu...
Location: Near Luton (Bedfordshire)
Salary: Up to £55,000 + Annual Bonus + Benefits
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (On-site)
Company: Global Engineering & Manufacturing Leader
Why this Manufacturing Engineer role?
Join a world-class manufacturing environment and take ownership of continuous improvement across machining, welding & fabrication and assembly operations. You'll eliminate waste, reduce cycle time, and lift OEE using structured Lean and Six Sigma methods.
What you'll do as Manufacturing Engineer
Lead Continuous Improvement initiatives using Kaizen, SMED, Six Sigma, 5S, 8D, and Value Stream Mapping
Develop, optimise, and standardise manufacturing processes across machining (CNC, turning, milling), welding/fabrication, and mechanical assembly
Implement robust process controls and error-proofing (Poka‑Yoke) with clear work standards and visual management
Support NPI from concept through to volu...