JOB – Production Engineer LOCATION – WalsallTERM- PermanentSALARY – £30,000 - £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)We are looking for a Production Engineer on a permanent basis in the Walsall area with experience in the assembly, electro-mechanical, electronics or similar Manufacturing Industry. We are also considering more junior options or Graduate Manufacturing Engineers.The Manufacturing Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

• Qualified in a relevant Engineering / Manufacturing Degree with time served as an Engineer.

• Previous experience working in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of assembly, electronics or electromechanical manufacturing processes.

• Exposure to NPI or tooling / jigs and fixtures.

• Have the ability to communicate with other members of staff and management.

• Have excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Experience working within an ISO 9001 environment would be beneficial but not essential
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as team
• Experience of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma would be advantageous.

The Manufacturing Engineer role will involve:

• Oversee and lead process improvement and continuous improvement projects within manufacturing.
• Managing day to day planning to ensure correct BOM’s, Tooling and Routing’s are in place.
• Liaising with the management team to advise where manufacturing processes can improve efficiency, reduce waste costs and contribute culture of continuous improvement.
• Carrying out new process implementations.
• Helping to advise on factory layouts and new product introductions.

If you are interested in this position and would like to know more, please apply with an up-to-date CV as soon as possible, along with your availability and your salary expectation.Many thanks, Premier Group