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Production Engineer
Mildenhall, Suffolk
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 1 day ago
- Salary
- £35,000 - 40,000 - Annum
- Recruiter
- Prime Appointments
- Closes
- 16 Oct 2025
- Course
- No
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
A well-established manufacturer in Mildenhall, Suffolk, is growing its team to meet increasing production demands. They are looking for an experienced Production Engineer to boost efficiency and improve processes within both the Lathe and Assembly departments. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys practical problem-solving, and takes pride in driving continuous improvement and taking ownership of key processes.
What's the pay & hours?
This position offers a competitive starting salary of £35,000 to £40,000 per annum, depending on experience. You'll work a standard 40-hour week, Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00.
Production Engineer Duties?
Maintaining and repairing multispindle lathe machines and automated assembly equipment
Diagnosing faults related to machine wear and product quality
Assisting with machine operation to support production output when needed
Investigating and implementing process improvements and cost-saving measures
Providing training and support for new and existing team members
Using maintenance software to log and complete tasksWho are we looking for?
The ideal candidate will:
Have 5-10 years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment, preferably 24/7 or shift-based
Possess a strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with multispindle lathes, automated assembly machines, and toolmaking processes
Be self-motivated, disciplined, and a great team player
Have experience working within ISO 9001:2015 standardsWhat are the benefits?
On-the-job training and opportunities for skill development
Free on-site parking
Enhanced career progression opportunities as the company expandsIf you're interested in immediate Production Engineer opportunities for a Manufacturing Company in the Mildenhall, Suffolk area, please apply now. For any further inquiries about this role, please get in touch with Brendan @ Prime Appointments
Ad ID: 5416954757
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