Job Shop Recruitment has a fantastic opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer to join a global company situated in Torquay.
We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join a dynamic team, driving process optimisation, efficiency improvements, and seamless product transitions from NPI to full-scale production. This role is ideal for a proactive engineer with strong technical expertise in manufacturing processes, continuous improvement (CI), and cost of poor quality (CoPQ) reduction. You will play a key role in enhancing production yields, cycle times, and root cause analysis while ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Act as the subject matter expert for fibre optic, photonic, and modular system manufacturing
• Analyse and optimise production processes to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and maintain high product quality
• Collaborate cross-functionally with quality, design engineering, operations, and product management teams to ensure seamless execution of NPI/NPD projects
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and process-related production issues
• Monitor and improve key performance indicators (KPIs), driving cycle time reductions, yield improvements, and waste reduction in line with CoPQ targets
• Ensure manufacturing processes meet safety, regulatory, and quality assurance standards while maintaining accurate records and documentation
• Champion LEAN, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation
• Support employee training and development, ensuring best practices are followed in production
• Assist with engineering change control and product configuration management
Personal Attributes
Innovative & Results-Driven – Passionate about improving processes and delivering high-quality results
Problem Solver – A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with strong analytical skills
Team Player – Excellent communication and collaboration skills across departments
Detail-Oriented – Precision and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
Skills & Experience
Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field (preferred)
5-10 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably within fibre optics, photonics, or modular systems
Strong expertise in product assembly, testing, and handling processes
Experience with NPI, PFMEA, process validation, and product line transfers
Proficiency in Lean, Six Sigma, and CI methodologies
Familiarity with manufacturing metrics such as yield, cycle time, and productivity
Hands-on experience with fibre optic splicing, alignment systems, and manufacturing tools
Knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) within regulated environments
Our Benefits Package
25 days holiday + bank holidays
6% employer pension contribution
Company bonus scheme
Health Cash Plan
Ongoing training & career development
If you are looking for a new company to work for who support, train and help you grow then please get in touch
