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Production Engineer

📍 Rochdale 💷 £30,000 – £38,000 per annum Permanent · Full time Posted 22 Oct 2026

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Production Engineer | Rochdale, Greater Manchester | Full Time | £30,000–£38,000 per annum

Our client is a leading manufacturer of automatic combustion equipment, exporting to over 40 countries worldwide and supplying a wide range of blue-chip customers. Based at their Rochdale headquarters, they are continuing to expand their team.

The Role

This is an opportunity for a Production Engineer to implement lean manufacturing processes across the factory and other areas of the business. You will identify waste, assess production processes and lead improvement projects from start to finish. The role combines hands-on work with IT-based tasks, including creating and updating documentation. You will also work closely with the SHEQ department to coordinate and implement safety, health, environmental and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Implementing lean methodologies throughout the factory and ensuring their continued use
  • Identifying production processes for improvement and managing projects through to completion
  • Providing internal lean training
  • Managing and maintaining documentation
  • Assisting the production department to ensure parts and bills of materials (BOMs) are accurate
  • Providing an interface between the design department and the shop floor
  • Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure products are supplied correctly
  • Conducting supplier and subcontractor audits alongside the SHEQ department
  • Maintaining accurate information on the ERP system
  • Working to tight deadlines

Requirements

Essential

  • Proven engineering experience
  • A solid understanding of lean principles
  • Good knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook
  • Excellent time management skills
  • An organised approach and the ability to work on your own initiative
  • Effective communication skills

What’s In It For You

  • Salary of £30,000–£38,000 per annum, depending on experience
  • Pension contribution of 4%, rising to 6% after one year

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