Production Engineer - Full-Time - Permanent - £40,000 – £45,000-Based in Birmingham

Description

Excellent opportunity for an experienced Production Engineer to join a well-established company based in Birmingham

Salary: £40,000 – £45,000

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Location: Birmingham (B11)

About the Role

The company is a UK-based manufacturer at the forefront of sustainable, reusable drinkware. They are growing and investing in their production capability, creating an opportunity for a hands-on Production Engineer to play a key role in shaping how they manufacture and innovate.

This is a high-impact role in a small, agile team, offering real variety and ownership. You’ll work across multiple production technologies and be directly involved in improving processes, solving problems, and bringing new ideas to life.

If you enjoy practical engineering, autonomy, and seeing your work translate into real products, this role offers exactly that.

What You’ll Be Doing

You will take ownership of key production equipment and contribute to continuous improvement across the factory:

Set up and initiate production runs across multiple machine types Maintain and optimise machinery, implementing preventative solutions Diagnose faults and carry out hands-on repairs Identify and resolve production bottlenecks Design and develop new equipment, tooling, or components Source, purchase, and install new machinery Plan and manage maintenance schedules Support R&D activity and maintain clear technical records Equipment You’ll Work With

Injection moulding machines CNC screen printing machines Rotary digital printing machines Full training will be provided where required.

What We’re Looking For

Experience in a production or manufacturing engineering environment Strong mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving ability Proactive, self-motivated approach Clear communication skills and ability to work within a small team Desirable (Not Essential)

Injection moulding experience Understanding of machine electrics CAD/CAM capability Why Join First Editions

Work on innovative, sustainable products including the Foamo Coffee Cup Be part of a UK manufacturing success story supplying leading brands Gain exposure to a wide range of engineering challenges and technologies Operate in a flexible, low-bureaucracy environment where ideas are implemented quickly Contribute directly to reducing environmental impact through product design and manufacturing If you have the relevant skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.

Ad ID: 5418174337