Location: Consett, County Durham

Salary: £30,000 – £45,000 per annum

Benefits:

• Company pension scheme
• On-site parking
• Opportunity to work with advanced CNC and precision machining technologies
• Training & development in process improvement

 

The Company:

We’re working with a well-established precision engineering firm that specialises in subcontract manufacturing of high-volume, precision machined components. The company has invested in state-of-the-art machinery, is expanding rapidly, and serves clients across sectors such as oil & gas, medical, subsea, and general engineering. You’ll be joining a stable, growth-oriented business with strong technical capability and a commitment to quality.

 

 

Job Description:

As a Production Engineer , you will support the core production operations from process planning through to execution and continuous improvement. In your role, you will:

• Prepare jobs for production through tooling, process planning, and pre-production readiness .
• Generate and optimise CAM programmes (milling and turning) and ensure setup standards are maintained .
• Implement and maintain tooling, fixtures, jigs, and workholding strategies .
• Assist in resolving issues on the shop floor related to tooling, setup, or machining programmes .
• Create and manage BOMs, routings, and related documentation in the ERP/MRP system .
• Collaborate with machinists, operations, quality, and maintenance to ensure smooth handover and production flow .
• Analyse existing processes for improvements, waste reduction, and cycle time optimisation .
• Drive continuous improvement projects and support efficiency initiatives .

 

Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience as a Production Engineer or in CNC machining / process engineering .
• Competency in CAM programming (preferably Fusion 360) .
• Solid understanding of machining processes, tooling, fixtures, jigs, and workholding .
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems .
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with great attention to detail .
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise across multidisciplinary teams .
• A proactive, organised mindset with a drive for continuous improvement .
• Bonus: experience with 5-axis machining or automation design for batch manufacture .

 

Why Should You Apply?

• You’ll take on a core Production Engineer role with real responsibility in a technical, precision engineering environment.
• You’ll work with advanced CNC machinery and gain exposure to sophisticated machining techniques.
• The role offers scope to lead continuous improvement and make a tangible impact on production metrics.
• You’ll join a growth-focused company with strong investment in technology and future expansion.
• You’ll benefit from good job stability, a clear salary range, and practical perks like on-site parking and pension.

 

If you’re a Production Engineer looking to grow in a precision engineering environment and drive production excellence, get in touch today — we’d love to hear from you.

 

Location: Consett, County Durham

Salary: £30,000 – £45,000 per annum

Benefits:

• Company pension scheme
• On-site parking
• Opportunity to work with advanced CNC and precision machining technologies
• Training & development in process improvement

 

The Company:

We’re working with a well-established precision engineering firm that specialises in subcontract manufacturing of high-volume, precision machined components. The company has invested in state-of-the-art machinery, is expanding rapidly, and serves clients across sectors such as oil & gas, medical, subsea, and general engineering. You’ll be joining a stable, growth-oriented business with strong technical capability and a commitment to quality.

 

 

Job Description:

As a Production Engineer , you will support the core production operations from process planning through to execution and continuous improvement. In your role, you will:

• Prepare jobs for production through tooling, process planning, and pre-production readiness .
• Generate and optimise CAM programmes (milling and turning) and ensure setup standards are maintained .
• Implement and maintain tooling, fixtures, jigs, and workholding strategies .
• Assist in resolving issues on the shop floor related to tooling, setup, or machining programmes .
• Create and manage BOMs, routings, and related documentation in the ERP/MRP system .
• Collaborate with machinists, operations, quality, and maintenance to ensure smooth handover and production flow .
• Analyse existing processes for improvements, waste reduction, and cycle time optimisation .
• Drive continuous improvement projects and support efficiency initiatives .

 

Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience as a Production Engineer or in CNC machining / process engineering .
• Competency in CAM programming (preferably Fusion 360) .
• Solid understanding of machining processes, tooling, fixtures, jigs, and workholding .
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems .
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with great attention to detail .
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise across multidisciplinary teams .
• A proactive, organised mindset with a drive for continuous improvement .
• Bonus: experience with 5-axis machining or automation design for batch manufacture .

 

Why Should You Apply?

• You’ll take on a core Production Engineer role with real responsibility in a technical, precision engineering environment.
• You’ll work with advanced CNC machinery and gain exposure to sophisticated machining techniques.
• The role offers scope to lead continuous improvement and make a tangible impact on production metrics.
• You’ll join a growth-focused company with strong investment in technology and future expansion.
• You’ll benefit from good job stability, a clear salary range, and practical perks like on-site parking and pension.

 

If you’re a Production Engineer looking to grow in a precision engineering environment and drive production excellence, get in touch today — we’d love to hear from you.