Company Overview COME JOIN OUR JOURNEY! When you join TT, you join our global community of visionaries, creators, and achievers dedicated to engineering and manufacturing electronic solutions enabling a safer, healthier and more sustainable world. Simply put, we are a global manufacturer with a passion for engineering advanced electronics that benefit our planet and people for future generations. We are committed to having a positive impact on the world through a culture built around safety, transparency, collaboration, and positive relationships. Our teams are fuelled by performance and expertise, leading the charge in innovation, efficiency and delivering world class customer service. Be part of the journey. Role Overview and Responsibilities This is an excellent opportunity to take the step from Senior Engineer to a direct Management position and lead a team of 8 to 10 Engineers and Technicians through manufacture and complex electronics assembly of products going into a range of regulated industries. Key Responsibilities: Team leadership: Lead and develop a multi disciplinary team of engineers and technicians while fostering a culture of technical and operational excellence. Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean tools and diagnostics to reduce the Cost of Poor Quality (CoPQ) and waste. Technical Ownership: Oversee core assembly modules developing and maintaining KPIs to drive deliverables against key strategic objectives. Yield & Stability: Manage daily yield, driving the elimination of stoppages and downtime to achieve world class OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness). SPC & Control: Implement real time Statistical Process Control for critical to quality (CTQ) parameters. Yield Test Correlation: Apply data driven analytics to identify process excursions and drive root cause corrective actions (RCCA). Validation: Manage the industrialisation of process development and test system validation, including Design of Experiments (DoE) and Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (GR&R) studies for optimisation and repeatability. AE Integration: Coordinate the introduction of automated equipment in process and Test and hardware/software interfaces into the production flow. Cross Functional Collaboration: Work with the Product team during the New Product Introduction (NPI) phase to ensure DfM and DfT capability. Work with Production, Quality and Supply Chain teams to resolve technical challenges and maximise Operational Efficiencies. Production Support: Support day to day production demand NPI activities, collaborating across wider operations. Budget Ownership: With support from your line manager, manage budgets for implementing equipment upgrades and improvements in line with objectives. Qualifications, Skills and Attributes Qualifications required Engineering Degree in a relevant discipline or qualified by experience. An additional certification in Lean Six Sigma, Total Preventative Maintenance (TPM), etc would be beneficial but is not essential to apply. Skills and Experience required A background in microelectronics assembly, packaging and test. Strong experience in a manufacturing or process engineering role. Familiarity with TPM, equipment maintainability, and operational performance metrics (OEE, TTP, DT, etc.). Demonstrated ability to lead engineering teams, manage budgets, and drive change in complex environments. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience in digital manufacturing or Industry 4.0 implementation. Exposure to industrial investment planning and ROI analysis. Familiar with SPS frameworks or similar operational excellence systems. What We Offer You From this role you will have the opportunity to develop the experience needed to explore and progress to more senior leadership roles within TT Electronics Bedlington, or the wider group, if this is in your own career plan. Competitive Salary Enhanced pension contributions Healthcare cashback plan Employee assistance programme Site incentive plan Financial wellbeing benefit Discounted online and high street shopping and lifestyle vouchers Cycle to Work Scheme Discounted RAC membership Discounted Gym membership 5 weeks (in hours) annual leave plus bank holidays A supportive and friendly working environment with a focus on wellbeing and sustainability TT Electronics are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and actively encourage applications from under represented groups. Please be aware that many roles at TT Electronics are subject to both security and export control restrictions which means that limitations relating to nationality may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates must achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). TT Electronics is unable to sponsor work visas for this role. We hold Health and Safety in the highest regard at TT, with the Wellbeing of our employees our top priority. Any successful candidate will be required to successfully pass a pre employment Drug and Alcohol Screening.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Company Overview COME JOIN OUR JOURNEY! When you join TT, you join our global community of visionaries, creators, and achievers dedicated to engineering and manufacturing electronic solutions enabling a safer, healthier and more sustainable world. Simply put, we are a global manufacturer with a passion for engineering advanced electronics that benefit our planet and people for future generations. We are committed to having a positive impact on the world through a culture built around safety, transparency, collaboration, and positive relationships. Our teams are fuelled by performance and expertise, leading the charge in innovation, efficiency and delivering world class customer service. Be part of the journey. Role Overview and Responsibilities This is an excellent opportunity to take the step from Senior Engineer to a direct Management position and lead a team of 8 to 10 Engineers and Technicians through manufacture and complex electronics assembly of products going into a range of regulated industries. Key Responsibilities: Team leadership: Lead and develop a multi disciplinary team of engineers and technicians while fostering a culture of technical and operational excellence. Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean tools and diagnostics to reduce the Cost of Poor Quality (CoPQ) and waste. Technical Ownership: Oversee core assembly modules developing and maintaining KPIs to drive deliverables against key strategic objectives. Yield & Stability: Manage daily yield, driving the elimination of stoppages and downtime to achieve world class OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness). SPC & Control: Implement real time Statistical Process Control for critical to quality (CTQ) parameters. Yield Test Correlation: Apply data driven analytics to identify process excursions and drive root cause corrective actions (RCCA). Validation: Manage the industrialisation of process development and test system validation, including Design of Experiments (DoE) and Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (GR&R) studies for optimisation and repeatability. AE Integration: Coordinate the introduction of automated equipment in process and Test and hardware/software interfaces into the production flow. Cross Functional Collaboration: Work with the Product team during the New Product Introduction (NPI) phase to ensure DfM and DfT capability. Work with Production, Quality and Supply Chain teams to resolve technical challenges and maximise Operational Efficiencies. Production Support: Support day to day production demand NPI activities, collaborating across wider operations. Budget Ownership: With support from your line manager, manage budgets for implementing equipment upgrades and improvements in line with objectives. Qualifications, Skills and Attributes Qualifications required Engineering Degree in a relevant discipline or qualified by experience. An additional certification in Lean Six Sigma, Total Preventative Maintenance (TPM), etc would be beneficial but is not essential to apply. Skills and Experience required A background in microelectronics assembly, packaging and test. Strong experience in a manufacturing or process engineering role. Familiarity with TPM, equipment maintainability, and operational performance metrics (OEE, TTP, DT, etc.). Demonstrated ability to lead engineering teams, manage budgets, and drive change in complex environments. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience in digital manufacturing or Industry 4.0 implementation. Exposure to industrial investment planning and ROI analysis. Familiar with SPS frameworks or similar operational excellence systems. What We Offer You From this role you will have the opportunity to develop the experience needed to explore and progress to more senior leadership roles within TT Electronics Bedlington, or the wider group, if this is in your own career plan. Competitive Salary Enhanced pension contributions Healthcare cashback plan Employee assistance programme Site incentive plan Financial wellbeing benefit Discounted online and high street shopping and lifestyle vouchers Cycle to Work Scheme Discounted RAC membership Discounted Gym membership 5 weeks (in hours) annual leave plus bank holidays A supportive and friendly working environment with a focus on wellbeing and sustainability TT Electronics are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and actively encourage applications from under represented groups. Please be aware that many roles at TT Electronics are subject to both security and export control restrictions which means that limitations relating to nationality may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates must achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). TT Electronics is unable to sponsor work visas for this role. We hold Health and Safety in the highest regard at TT, with the Wellbeing of our employees our top priority. Any successful candidate will be required to successfully pass a pre employment Drug and Alcohol Screening.
Manufacturing Engineer Pitstone, Buckinghamshire Competitive Benefits: 8% Bonus, Excellent Pension, 33 Days Holiday, Dental, BUPA, Workplace nursery scheme, Midday finish on Fridays, Enhanced family friendly policies, Wellbeing programme, Employee assistance programme including health and finance, Onsite subsidised canteen Skills: REACH, DSEAR, DFM, Mechanical, Analytical, Problem solving, Root cause analysis, SPC analysis, Effective communicator, Process improvement, Lean manufacturing Safran - Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it . As a global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future. We are looking for passionate individuals to join our Industrialisation team as a Manufacturing Engineer at our Pitstone site. At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone and are proudly a Disability Confident Employer. We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. We will consider all applicants who meet the minimum essential requirements regardless of their identity or background. Please let us know in your cover letter if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible - including guaranteed interviews under the Disability Confident Scheme for those that qualify. Your Role You will act as the focal point for technical support initiatives and quality control analysis, focusing on sustaining and improving operations of both current and future operational requirements. You will utilise your expertise to lead technical investigations, ensuring and implementing robust root cause analysis results, creating ideas for effective and corrective actions. You will have control to develop and execute process improvements between the operations and engineering teams, resolving issues and implementing effective solutions. Act as the focal point for operations managers and engineers when interfacing with company technical experts, effectively building and developing strong relationships with the programs, quality, and supply chain teams. Lead technical investigations, ensuring and implementing robust root cause analysis results, creating ideas for effective and corrective actions. Recognise and solve manufacturing issues by proactively communicating with both operations and engineering teams, improving processes to limit issues and errors. Update Bill of Materials for existing products, driven from engineering changes. Support internal and outsourced operations, sharing and developing best practice across both the Pitstone site and at a divisional level when required. Assist and influence the construction of module-based strategic road maps, justifying capital investment for machines, tooling, plant equipment and more. Champion effective industrialisation of products, tools, machinery and process. Create, validate and maintain production layouts, standard operations and other configuration documents. What You'll Bring Essential Relevant degree or experience in mechanical, electronics or production engineering Ability to lead technical investigations, proactively engaging with multiple departments Problem solving techniques and an analytical approach Desirable Working knowledge of legislative requirements including REACH and DSEAR is desirable Understanding of Statistical Process Control, lean manufacturing and Design for Manufacture (DFM) If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be part of a company that's crafting the future of flight, apply today. Get involved: We also have a number of groups and forums onsite that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs. Our Wellbeing Program in Pitstone aims to place employee wellbeing at the heart of our business, and we integrate it within all that we do. The program is made up of four wellbeing committees; Healthy Minds, Physical, Social & Financial. Our enhanced family friendly policies re-enforce our commitment to providing a workplace that is both diverse and inclusive.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Manufacturing Engineer Pitstone, Buckinghamshire Competitive Benefits: 8% Bonus, Excellent Pension, 33 Days Holiday, Dental, BUPA, Workplace nursery scheme, Midday finish on Fridays, Enhanced family friendly policies, Wellbeing programme, Employee assistance programme including health and finance, Onsite subsidised canteen Skills: REACH, DSEAR, DFM, Mechanical, Analytical, Problem solving, Root cause analysis, SPC analysis, Effective communicator, Process improvement, Lean manufacturing Safran - Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it . As a global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future. We are looking for passionate individuals to join our Industrialisation team as a Manufacturing Engineer at our Pitstone site. At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone and are proudly a Disability Confident Employer. We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. We will consider all applicants who meet the minimum essential requirements regardless of their identity or background. Please let us know in your cover letter if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible - including guaranteed interviews under the Disability Confident Scheme for those that qualify. Your Role You will act as the focal point for technical support initiatives and quality control analysis, focusing on sustaining and improving operations of both current and future operational requirements. You will utilise your expertise to lead technical investigations, ensuring and implementing robust root cause analysis results, creating ideas for effective and corrective actions. You will have control to develop and execute process improvements between the operations and engineering teams, resolving issues and implementing effective solutions. Act as the focal point for operations managers and engineers when interfacing with company technical experts, effectively building and developing strong relationships with the programs, quality, and supply chain teams. Lead technical investigations, ensuring and implementing robust root cause analysis results, creating ideas for effective and corrective actions. Recognise and solve manufacturing issues by proactively communicating with both operations and engineering teams, improving processes to limit issues and errors. Update Bill of Materials for existing products, driven from engineering changes. Support internal and outsourced operations, sharing and developing best practice across both the Pitstone site and at a divisional level when required. Assist and influence the construction of module-based strategic road maps, justifying capital investment for machines, tooling, plant equipment and more. Champion effective industrialisation of products, tools, machinery and process. Create, validate and maintain production layouts, standard operations and other configuration documents. What You'll Bring Essential Relevant degree or experience in mechanical, electronics or production engineering Ability to lead technical investigations, proactively engaging with multiple departments Problem solving techniques and an analytical approach Desirable Working knowledge of legislative requirements including REACH and DSEAR is desirable Understanding of Statistical Process Control, lean manufacturing and Design for Manufacture (DFM) If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be part of a company that's crafting the future of flight, apply today. Get involved: We also have a number of groups and forums onsite that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs. Our Wellbeing Program in Pitstone aims to place employee wellbeing at the heart of our business, and we integrate it within all that we do. The program is made up of four wellbeing committees; Healthy Minds, Physical, Social & Financial. Our enhanced family friendly policies re-enforce our commitment to providing a workplace that is both diverse and inclusive.
A leading food manufacturing company seeks a Site Industrialisation Manager to oversee product transitions from development to full-scale production. This role demands excellent skills in food product development and a strong understanding of manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing trials, coordinating with R&D, and ensuring effective communication among stakeholders. Ideally, applicants should possess a degree in Food Science and strong computational skills to thrive in this dynamic role.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
A leading food manufacturing company seeks a Site Industrialisation Manager to oversee product transitions from development to full-scale production. This role demands excellent skills in food product development and a strong understanding of manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing trials, coordinating with R&D, and ensuring effective communication among stakeholders. Ideally, applicants should possess a degree in Food Science and strong computational skills to thrive in this dynamic role.
We are FBC UK, Fox's Burton's Companies! And we bake the UK's most incredible biscuits (we might be slightly biased, but we will leave that for you to judge). FBC UK was a match made in heaven, with two of the top UK biscuits manufacturers (Burton's Biscuits and Fox's Biscuits) coming together to create one unique, integrated company. We are home to famous iconic brands, including Maryland, Fox's, Jammie Dodger & Rocky, to name just a few. We are proud manufacturing partners to some of the biggest UK retailers and household names. We bake our incredible biscuits at eight bakeries across the UK, located at Isle of Arran, Livingston, Blackpool, Llantarnam, Edinburgh, Kirkham, Batley & Dorset and our HQ in St Albans. Together, we employ circa 4,000 amazing colleagues across all our locations. Whilst we know that we have delicious products we also know that that the key ingredient to our success is our people, and the passion we have for our brands. You could be the jammy to our dodger, party ring to our Fox's or the choc-chip to our Maryland?! We knead people with innovative ideas, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the commitment to drive FBC UK to success. We are committed to building an inclusive workforce that feels empowered to build a fulfilling and successful career. By embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) we create a supportive environment for people to thrive and strive to have more positive impact. We understand that having formal and on-the-job learning opportunities is key to our colleagues' professional and personal growth. We are committed to providing an environment where everyone can learn from each other and grow through a variety of learning experiences. Our colleagues make our business special. With strong community values, we believe FBC UK is a more prosperous and fun place to work when people feel free to be themselves. We believe in the power of being authentic, entrepreneurial and supporting each other whilst meeting our business goals. About the Role As Site Industrialisation Manager you will ensure the link between R&D Test Kitchen and large scale bakery manufacture, product development project delivery and technical information for specification generation.You will have expert knowledge of product development process, with key focus on industrialisation, scale up and process in an operations setting. You will be highly skilled and accountable for managing the process in organising and running trials, pre production runs and launches. You will manage the process to ensure ordering and ensuring materials are on site on time and ensuring all documentation is completed and communicated to key stakeholders.As this is a group role, you will need to be able to travel between sites and be present for key project milestones. Interaction between functions and working in partnership with key stakeholders to understand current challenges and objectives, will be vital to the success of this role. Main Responsibilities Leads the project handover from test bakery to scale up to full production scale manufacture through series of product & packaging trials. Support R&D Industrialisation, in developing and implementing a robust, gold standard product trial and launch validation process which is standardised across FBC UK network. Bringing in best practice and ensuring team completes all documentation to high standard required for organisation of trials, pre production runs and launches. Accountable to ensure project critical paths are met to deliver project OTIF. Ownership of bakery activity plan, escalating pinch points and activity concerns. Build and maintain close working relationships at bakeries and manage up on issues or queries. Lead communication to bakeries leadership through pre trial meetings to ensure all stakeholders and informed and engaged in trials and launch phase Support R&D Industrialisation in representation at project reviews advising on capability, resource and project critical paths. Accountable for the completion of documents for new products and processes for commercial scale-up, (raw materials, production line layout, finished product specifications). Support team in ensuring all information and data is collected from trials to complete detailed documentation for launch handover specifications. Support team in ensuring trial products assessed against agreed QAS to ensure trials meet the brand standard and shelf life. Attendance in bakeries production planning meeting to ensure project trials dates are agreed and locked down in advance with early visibility. Creatively problem solves to ensure products run with agreed throughputs, costing and quality Lead material validation through process to support Procurement and Technical Build a strong understanding of FBC UK network of capability striving to be expert in total capability of each Bakery. Investigate and support any trouble shooting that is affecting wider capability. Support capacity assist projects and large capital projects Who we are looking for Excellent understanding and strong interest in food product development Excellent working knowledge of manufacturing capabilities, products, process flows and HACCP systems. Direct Experience in working with all level company business partners, with influence and managing senior stakeholders. Experience of Hamilton-Grant database is desirable. Experience of allergen control is desirable. Knowledge of food legislation is desirable. High level of computer literacy - Microsoft Excel/Word and Internet/SAP Proven track record in maintaining good working relationships. Confident in communication at all levels to ensure R&D requirements are met and maintained. Must be extremely organised, with exceptional communication skills. Drive, energy and enthusiasm - a good self-starter and a quick learner. Able to work on your own initiative and as part of a team. Methodical approach with good prioritization skills, the ability to work to short deadlines and under pressure. Excellent attention to detail and high standards Excellent time management. Passion for creativity and innovation in food / bakery Excellent interpersonal skills Strong analytical skills Strong IT skills Diversity Statement FBC UK is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at FBC UK. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.
Apr 28, 2026
Full time
We are FBC UK, Fox's Burton's Companies! And we bake the UK's most incredible biscuits (we might be slightly biased, but we will leave that for you to judge). FBC UK was a match made in heaven, with two of the top UK biscuits manufacturers (Burton's Biscuits and Fox's Biscuits) coming together to create one unique, integrated company. We are home to famous iconic brands, including Maryland, Fox's, Jammie Dodger & Rocky, to name just a few. We are proud manufacturing partners to some of the biggest UK retailers and household names. We bake our incredible biscuits at eight bakeries across the UK, located at Isle of Arran, Livingston, Blackpool, Llantarnam, Edinburgh, Kirkham, Batley & Dorset and our HQ in St Albans. Together, we employ circa 4,000 amazing colleagues across all our locations. Whilst we know that we have delicious products we also know that that the key ingredient to our success is our people, and the passion we have for our brands. You could be the jammy to our dodger, party ring to our Fox's or the choc-chip to our Maryland?! We knead people with innovative ideas, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the commitment to drive FBC UK to success. We are committed to building an inclusive workforce that feels empowered to build a fulfilling and successful career. By embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) we create a supportive environment for people to thrive and strive to have more positive impact. We understand that having formal and on-the-job learning opportunities is key to our colleagues' professional and personal growth. We are committed to providing an environment where everyone can learn from each other and grow through a variety of learning experiences. Our colleagues make our business special. With strong community values, we believe FBC UK is a more prosperous and fun place to work when people feel free to be themselves. We believe in the power of being authentic, entrepreneurial and supporting each other whilst meeting our business goals. About the Role As Site Industrialisation Manager you will ensure the link between R&D Test Kitchen and large scale bakery manufacture, product development project delivery and technical information for specification generation.You will have expert knowledge of product development process, with key focus on industrialisation, scale up and process in an operations setting. You will be highly skilled and accountable for managing the process in organising and running trials, pre production runs and launches. You will manage the process to ensure ordering and ensuring materials are on site on time and ensuring all documentation is completed and communicated to key stakeholders.As this is a group role, you will need to be able to travel between sites and be present for key project milestones. Interaction between functions and working in partnership with key stakeholders to understand current challenges and objectives, will be vital to the success of this role. Main Responsibilities Leads the project handover from test bakery to scale up to full production scale manufacture through series of product & packaging trials. Support R&D Industrialisation, in developing and implementing a robust, gold standard product trial and launch validation process which is standardised across FBC UK network. Bringing in best practice and ensuring team completes all documentation to high standard required for organisation of trials, pre production runs and launches. Accountable to ensure project critical paths are met to deliver project OTIF. Ownership of bakery activity plan, escalating pinch points and activity concerns. Build and maintain close working relationships at bakeries and manage up on issues or queries. Lead communication to bakeries leadership through pre trial meetings to ensure all stakeholders and informed and engaged in trials and launch phase Support R&D Industrialisation in representation at project reviews advising on capability, resource and project critical paths. Accountable for the completion of documents for new products and processes for commercial scale-up, (raw materials, production line layout, finished product specifications). Support team in ensuring all information and data is collected from trials to complete detailed documentation for launch handover specifications. Support team in ensuring trial products assessed against agreed QAS to ensure trials meet the brand standard and shelf life. Attendance in bakeries production planning meeting to ensure project trials dates are agreed and locked down in advance with early visibility. Creatively problem solves to ensure products run with agreed throughputs, costing and quality Lead material validation through process to support Procurement and Technical Build a strong understanding of FBC UK network of capability striving to be expert in total capability of each Bakery. Investigate and support any trouble shooting that is affecting wider capability. Support capacity assist projects and large capital projects Who we are looking for Excellent understanding and strong interest in food product development Excellent working knowledge of manufacturing capabilities, products, process flows and HACCP systems. Direct Experience in working with all level company business partners, with influence and managing senior stakeholders. Experience of Hamilton-Grant database is desirable. Experience of allergen control is desirable. Knowledge of food legislation is desirable. High level of computer literacy - Microsoft Excel/Word and Internet/SAP Proven track record in maintaining good working relationships. Confident in communication at all levels to ensure R&D requirements are met and maintained. Must be extremely organised, with exceptional communication skills. Drive, energy and enthusiasm - a good self-starter and a quick learner. Able to work on your own initiative and as part of a team. Methodical approach with good prioritization skills, the ability to work to short deadlines and under pressure. Excellent attention to detail and high standards Excellent time management. Passion for creativity and innovation in food / bakery Excellent interpersonal skills Strong analytical skills Strong IT skills Diversity Statement FBC UK is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at FBC UK. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.
Manufacturing Engineer 12 month contract Based in Broughton Offering 40.13ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience using SAP? Do you have experience working within the Aerospace/Avionics industry? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Manufacturing Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Define and write assembly work processes, create specifications for assembly tools, and define methods for implementing modifications in production Create and ensure the consistency of manufacturing engineering dossiers with design dossiers Launch parts and assembly items, provide on-site support, and prepare additional manufacturing engineering work instructions for disruptions or breakdowns Analyse and use anomaly statuses from deviation measurements, optimise procedures, and write concessions. Participate in defining the product and its production and verification methods, and contribute to industrial work-sharing Propose a Design/Production breakdown to maintain consistency between reference elements, define manufacturing schedules, and specify interfaces Analyse design dossiers and issue queries when necessary. Your skillset may include: Strong knowledge of assembly systems, machining processes, and/or manual assembly methods Experience in work preparation/industrialisation Demonstrated experience in MS Office/Google Workspace Experience using SAP for work preparation If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further! Manufacturing Engineer 12 month contract Based in Broughton Offering 40.13ph Inside IR35 Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Apr 27, 2026
Contractor
Manufacturing Engineer 12 month contract Based in Broughton Offering 40.13ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience using SAP? Do you have experience working within the Aerospace/Avionics industry? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Manufacturing Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Define and write assembly work processes, create specifications for assembly tools, and define methods for implementing modifications in production Create and ensure the consistency of manufacturing engineering dossiers with design dossiers Launch parts and assembly items, provide on-site support, and prepare additional manufacturing engineering work instructions for disruptions or breakdowns Analyse and use anomaly statuses from deviation measurements, optimise procedures, and write concessions. Participate in defining the product and its production and verification methods, and contribute to industrial work-sharing Propose a Design/Production breakdown to maintain consistency between reference elements, define manufacturing schedules, and specify interfaces Analyse design dossiers and issue queries when necessary. Your skillset may include: Strong knowledge of assembly systems, machining processes, and/or manual assembly methods Experience in work preparation/industrialisation Demonstrated experience in MS Office/Google Workspace Experience using SAP for work preparation If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further! Manufacturing Engineer 12 month contract Based in Broughton Offering 40.13ph Inside IR35 Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Tooling Engineer 12 month contract Based in Broughton Offering 32.13ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with Jigs and Tools? Do you have experience of product development/design processes? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Tooling Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Develop the concepts and launch the industrialisation of Jigs and Tools assets (creation, development and modification) until final acceptance and handover to Operations Develop and integrate industrial technologies in collaboration with industrial architects and link R&D with functional requirements Support the development and implementation of the work breakdown structure and organisation breakdown structure Deliver signed-off tooling SOW/tech specs covering all launch activities as described by the work breakdown structure Ensure that the facility and manufacturing system design meets process requirements Ensure that all processes meet EHS/Quality regulatory requirements Ensure that the manufacturing system meets process capability requirements to build the product to design requirements Deploy lean manufacturing principles to develop effective manufacturing processes and establish a platform for continuous improvement Develop and implement effective processes to ensure manufacturing schedule and system requirements are met at all times Established robust interfaces, measures and processes with the programme teams to ensure that design data is delivered to manufacturing requirements (quality and time) Ensure design support to manufacture is in place to support manufacturing operations Delivers overall tooling & equipment solution with integration supplier Supports R & T submission processes to secure development funding Your skillset may include: Knowledge of wing manufacturing and operational processes to enable creation of build philosophies Variety of engineering technical skills, drawing interrogation, specifications parts, tooling and documentation Understanding of product development/design process Awareness of health and safety standards and regulations Stakeholder management Project management If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further! Tooling Engineer 12 month contract Based in Broughton Offering 32.13ph Inside IR35 Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Apr 23, 2026
Contractor
Tooling Engineer 12 month contract Based in Broughton Offering 32.13ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience with Jigs and Tools? Do you have experience of product development/design processes? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Tooling Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Develop the concepts and launch the industrialisation of Jigs and Tools assets (creation, development and modification) until final acceptance and handover to Operations Develop and integrate industrial technologies in collaboration with industrial architects and link R&D with functional requirements Support the development and implementation of the work breakdown structure and organisation breakdown structure Deliver signed-off tooling SOW/tech specs covering all launch activities as described by the work breakdown structure Ensure that the facility and manufacturing system design meets process requirements Ensure that all processes meet EHS/Quality regulatory requirements Ensure that the manufacturing system meets process capability requirements to build the product to design requirements Deploy lean manufacturing principles to develop effective manufacturing processes and establish a platform for continuous improvement Develop and implement effective processes to ensure manufacturing schedule and system requirements are met at all times Established robust interfaces, measures and processes with the programme teams to ensure that design data is delivered to manufacturing requirements (quality and time) Ensure design support to manufacture is in place to support manufacturing operations Delivers overall tooling & equipment solution with integration supplier Supports R & T submission processes to secure development funding Your skillset may include: Knowledge of wing manufacturing and operational processes to enable creation of build philosophies Variety of engineering technical skills, drawing interrogation, specifications parts, tooling and documentation Understanding of product development/design process Awareness of health and safety standards and regulations Stakeholder management Project management If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further! Tooling Engineer 12 month contract Based in Broughton Offering 32.13ph Inside IR35 Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
As part of MBDA's continual volume growth and operational expansion, you could join our highly technical manufacturing environment as a Manufacturing Operations Manager with a pivotal role in shaping operational performance ensuring the delivery of complex, critical defence programmes. Additionally, having the knowledge, skills and personal drive to lead multi-functional groups to evolve our ways of operating towards a future state of manufacturing excellence. Salary: Circa £70,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The Opportunity This role is ideally suited to a proven manufacturing leader ready to take on the broader challenge of delivering our volume growth across complex, critical defence programmes. You will lead and shape multi-functional teams, evolving our ways of operating and embedding best practices across manufacturing operations. A key focus will be fostering a strong continuous improvement culture that drives performance, builds capability and ensures the achievement and sustainment of manufacturing excellence. You could find yourself leading the growth of a high-volume production programme or leading the transition of complex systems into stable, repeatable manufacturing, whilst continuing to mature production operations by influencing the team and help shape the future. What's in it for you? Lead and shape the manufacture, assembly, integration, and test of complex aerospace and defence systems. Operate at the forefront of manufacturing excellence, quality transformation, and operational improvement. Influence decision-making and outcomes at senior leadership level. Develop your leadership capability within a business committed to continuous improvement and developing its people. Identify improvements to our existing manufacturing and lead multi-functional groups and evolve our ways of operating. Gain exposure to major operational challenges, including ramp-up of new programmes, stabilising transitioning production lines, industrialisation of new systems, and improving established manufacturing flows. Benefit from clear progression opportunities into Head of Manufacturing or wider senior leadership roles for high performers. This is a rare opportunity to build botha legacy of operational impact and a long-term leadership careerwithin one of the UK's foremost advanced manufacturing organisations. What we're looking for from you You will bring: Proven experience as an Operations, Production or Manufacturing Manager within a complex, regulated manufacturing environment (aerospace, defence, automotive or similar) Demonstrated leadership of multidisciplinary teams with a strong track record of delivery against safety, quality, cost and schedule objectives. Experience leading production ramp-up, industrialisation, of new products t or stabilisation of transitioning manufacturing lines. Capability to drive continuous improvement, whilst utilising and implementing a variety of lean tools ensuring successful implementation and change management. Strong leadership skills that ensure accountability and ownership at all levels. Being forthcoming with new ideas and better ways of working that means we challenge the norm in a proactive and inclusive manner. Strong stakeholder engagement skills, operating confidently across engineering, quality and project teams. Qualifications - desirable Degree or equivalent qualification in Manufacturing, Engineering, or a related discipline Lean / Continuous Improvement certification (e.g. green Belt / Black Belt) IOSH or relevant health and safety qualification Experience operating within aerospace or defence quality framework (e.g. EN9100) Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Apr 23, 2026
Full time
As part of MBDA's continual volume growth and operational expansion, you could join our highly technical manufacturing environment as a Manufacturing Operations Manager with a pivotal role in shaping operational performance ensuring the delivery of complex, critical defence programmes. Additionally, having the knowledge, skills and personal drive to lead multi-functional groups to evolve our ways of operating towards a future state of manufacturing excellence. Salary: Circa £70,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The Opportunity This role is ideally suited to a proven manufacturing leader ready to take on the broader challenge of delivering our volume growth across complex, critical defence programmes. You will lead and shape multi-functional teams, evolving our ways of operating and embedding best practices across manufacturing operations. A key focus will be fostering a strong continuous improvement culture that drives performance, builds capability and ensures the achievement and sustainment of manufacturing excellence. You could find yourself leading the growth of a high-volume production programme or leading the transition of complex systems into stable, repeatable manufacturing, whilst continuing to mature production operations by influencing the team and help shape the future. What's in it for you? Lead and shape the manufacture, assembly, integration, and test of complex aerospace and defence systems. Operate at the forefront of manufacturing excellence, quality transformation, and operational improvement. Influence decision-making and outcomes at senior leadership level. Develop your leadership capability within a business committed to continuous improvement and developing its people. Identify improvements to our existing manufacturing and lead multi-functional groups and evolve our ways of operating. Gain exposure to major operational challenges, including ramp-up of new programmes, stabilising transitioning production lines, industrialisation of new systems, and improving established manufacturing flows. Benefit from clear progression opportunities into Head of Manufacturing or wider senior leadership roles for high performers. This is a rare opportunity to build botha legacy of operational impact and a long-term leadership careerwithin one of the UK's foremost advanced manufacturing organisations. What we're looking for from you You will bring: Proven experience as an Operations, Production or Manufacturing Manager within a complex, regulated manufacturing environment (aerospace, defence, automotive or similar) Demonstrated leadership of multidisciplinary teams with a strong track record of delivery against safety, quality, cost and schedule objectives. Experience leading production ramp-up, industrialisation, of new products t or stabilisation of transitioning manufacturing lines. Capability to drive continuous improvement, whilst utilising and implementing a variety of lean tools ensuring successful implementation and change management. Strong leadership skills that ensure accountability and ownership at all levels. Being forthcoming with new ideas and better ways of working that means we challenge the norm in a proactive and inclusive manner. Strong stakeholder engagement skills, operating confidently across engineering, quality and project teams. Qualifications - desirable Degree or equivalent qualification in Manufacturing, Engineering, or a related discipline Lean / Continuous Improvement certification (e.g. green Belt / Black Belt) IOSH or relevant health and safety qualification Experience operating within aerospace or defence quality framework (e.g. EN9100) Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Henderson Brown Recruitment
Little Stukeley, Cambridgeshire
Packaging Innovation Specialist Location & Setup: Cambridgeshire - Hybrid, 1 day onsite per week Package: circa 60,000 - 70,000 The Opportunity We're partnering with a global leader in the food industry, to appoint a brand new position - Packaging Innovation Manager . This role will drive packaging innovation and optimisation across global operations - combining technical expertise, sustainability leadership, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. You'll take ownership of strategic packaging projects from concept through to implementation, enhancing consumer value, operational efficiency, and environmental performance. Working closely with R&D, Commercial, Sustainability, and Supply Chain teams, you'll shape the next generation of food packaging within a business that's passionate about innovation, quality, and the planet. Key Responsibilities Lead packaging development and optimisation projects from concept to industrialisation. Deliver cost, sustainability, and consumer value through packaging innovation. Scout and collaborate with suppliers, startups, and technology partners. Monitor and interpret global packaging trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory shifts. Plan and coordinate technical trials and line validations. Partner cross-functionally with R&D, Commercial, Sustainability, and Supply Chain teams to deliver impactful packaging solutions. What We're Looking For Degree in Packaging, Material Science, Engineering , or a related field. 7-10 years' experience in FMCG or food packaging environments. Proven track record of delivering packaging from concept to market . Deep knowledge of food-grade materials , sustainability principles (LCA, recyclability), and packaging regulations. Experience in open innovation and technology scouting. Strong project management , communication, and stakeholder skills. A collaborative mindset with the ability to influence and lead cross-functional projects. Why Join? This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of packaging innovation within a business that's redefining what's possible in food. You'll be part of a pioneering team at a cutting-edge Innovation Centre , launching in 2026, where science meets creativity to deliver sustainable solutions that delight consumers and protect the planet. If you're driven by innovation, sustainability, and the chance to make a real impact - this role offers the perfect blend of challenge, creativity, and purpose.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Packaging Innovation Specialist Location & Setup: Cambridgeshire - Hybrid, 1 day onsite per week Package: circa 60,000 - 70,000 The Opportunity We're partnering with a global leader in the food industry, to appoint a brand new position - Packaging Innovation Manager . This role will drive packaging innovation and optimisation across global operations - combining technical expertise, sustainability leadership, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. You'll take ownership of strategic packaging projects from concept through to implementation, enhancing consumer value, operational efficiency, and environmental performance. Working closely with R&D, Commercial, Sustainability, and Supply Chain teams, you'll shape the next generation of food packaging within a business that's passionate about innovation, quality, and the planet. Key Responsibilities Lead packaging development and optimisation projects from concept to industrialisation. Deliver cost, sustainability, and consumer value through packaging innovation. Scout and collaborate with suppliers, startups, and technology partners. Monitor and interpret global packaging trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory shifts. Plan and coordinate technical trials and line validations. Partner cross-functionally with R&D, Commercial, Sustainability, and Supply Chain teams to deliver impactful packaging solutions. What We're Looking For Degree in Packaging, Material Science, Engineering , or a related field. 7-10 years' experience in FMCG or food packaging environments. Proven track record of delivering packaging from concept to market . Deep knowledge of food-grade materials , sustainability principles (LCA, recyclability), and packaging regulations. Experience in open innovation and technology scouting. Strong project management , communication, and stakeholder skills. A collaborative mindset with the ability to influence and lead cross-functional projects. Why Join? This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of packaging innovation within a business that's redefining what's possible in food. You'll be part of a pioneering team at a cutting-edge Innovation Centre , launching in 2026, where science meets creativity to deliver sustainable solutions that delight consumers and protect the planet. If you're driven by innovation, sustainability, and the chance to make a real impact - this role offers the perfect blend of challenge, creativity, and purpose.
MERITUS are recruiting for a Supply Chain & Quality Manager role for our client with the aerospace sector onsite in Derby. SUPPLY CHAIN & QUALITY MANAGER - INSIDE IR35 - £41 PER HOUR - 12 MONTHS - DERBY - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS On-Site SCQM activities include the following: Supply Chain Management Suppliers' performance monitoring. Load and capacity analysis. Rate readiness analysis. Supply chain intelligence management. Transfer of work management. Design change industrialisation management. Quality Management Correction: non-conformity eradication (Events / SARI / QSR / Concessions) Prevention: implementation and management of APQP and quality improvement plan (SQIP) Risk Management Risks identification and assessment Mitigation plan definition and execution Governance Required Skills: Efficient and proactive communication Strong stakeholder management ability Industrial background and culture within aerospace industry Data analysis and synthetic reporting Practical problem solving Crisis and recovery management Project management basics
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
MERITUS are recruiting for a Supply Chain & Quality Manager role for our client with the aerospace sector onsite in Derby. SUPPLY CHAIN & QUALITY MANAGER - INSIDE IR35 - £41 PER HOUR - 12 MONTHS - DERBY - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS On-Site SCQM activities include the following: Supply Chain Management Suppliers' performance monitoring. Load and capacity analysis. Rate readiness analysis. Supply chain intelligence management. Transfer of work management. Design change industrialisation management. Quality Management Correction: non-conformity eradication (Events / SARI / QSR / Concessions) Prevention: implementation and management of APQP and quality improvement plan (SQIP) Risk Management Risks identification and assessment Mitigation plan definition and execution Governance Required Skills: Efficient and proactive communication Strong stakeholder management ability Industrial background and culture within aerospace industry Data analysis and synthetic reporting Practical problem solving Crisis and recovery management Project management basics
Our client has an opportunity for a Supply Chan & Quality Manager to join them on a contract basis until December 2026. You will be responsible for the suppliers performance monitoring. Role : Supply Chain & Quality Manager Location : Derby - fully onsite Hours : 35 per week Hourly Rate : 41.00 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 Clearance : BPSS required to start What you'll be doing: Supply Chain Management Suppliers' performance monitoring. Load and capacity analysis. Rate readiness analysis. Supply chain intelligence management. Transfer of work management. Design change industrialisation management. Quality Management Correction: non-conformity eradication (Events / SARI / QSR / Concessions) Prevention: implementation and management of APQP and quality improvement plan (SQIP) Risk Management Risks identification and assessment Mitigation plan definition and execution Governance Required Skills: Strong understanding of supply chain, manufacturing engineering and quality Good understanding of safety quality topics Efficient and proactive communication Strong stakeholder management ability Industrial background and culture within aerospace industry Data analysis and synthetic reporting Practical problem solving Crisis and recovery management Project management basics If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply immediately! Line Up Aviation is a specialist aviation and aerospace recruitment company that has been operating all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best-known companies and pride ourselves with working to the highest standard of service supported by an ingrained culture of honesty and integrity. " on Twitter for all our latest vacancies, news and pictures from our busy UK Head Office. Interact with us using the tag at any time! Thank you for your follow!"
Oct 03, 2025
Contractor
Our client has an opportunity for a Supply Chan & Quality Manager to join them on a contract basis until December 2026. You will be responsible for the suppliers performance monitoring. Role : Supply Chain & Quality Manager Location : Derby - fully onsite Hours : 35 per week Hourly Rate : 41.00 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 Clearance : BPSS required to start What you'll be doing: Supply Chain Management Suppliers' performance monitoring. Load and capacity analysis. Rate readiness analysis. Supply chain intelligence management. Transfer of work management. Design change industrialisation management. Quality Management Correction: non-conformity eradication (Events / SARI / QSR / Concessions) Prevention: implementation and management of APQP and quality improvement plan (SQIP) Risk Management Risks identification and assessment Mitigation plan definition and execution Governance Required Skills: Strong understanding of supply chain, manufacturing engineering and quality Good understanding of safety quality topics Efficient and proactive communication Strong stakeholder management ability Industrial background and culture within aerospace industry Data analysis and synthetic reporting Practical problem solving Crisis and recovery management Project management basics If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply immediately! Line Up Aviation is a specialist aviation and aerospace recruitment company that has been operating all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best-known companies and pride ourselves with working to the highest standard of service supported by an ingrained culture of honesty and integrity. " on Twitter for all our latest vacancies, news and pictures from our busy UK Head Office. Interact with us using the tag at any time! Thank you for your follow!"
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join one of the leading companies in RF and Sensing technology, based in Essex. Part of a globally recognised organisation, this company is shaping innovation across the medical, aerospace, and defence industries. Their expertise has contributed to world-class projects such as the Hubble Space Telescope, cancer radiotherapy machines, and advanced driver-assistance systems in luxury vehicles. They are seeking a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join their R&D division. This role will be instrumental in developing new products and driving the next phase of the company's growth. The position requires someone hands-on, adaptable in day-to-day tasks, and keen to work collaboratively with the mechanical engineering team lead, process engineers, project lead engineers, and project managers. Key responsibilities for this Principal Mechanical Design Engineer role based in Essex: Lead mechanical design and development, from customer specifications through to delivery of high-quality, on-time solutions Produce and maintain technical documentation, including drawings, test plans, and reports Contribute to design reviews and resolve technical challenges in collaboration with process engineers Identify risks and deliver robust, independent solutions Stay up to date with new technologies and support process development and industrialisation Desirable Experience for this Principal Mechanical Design Engineer role based in Essex: Degree qualified Engineer Proficiency in CAD and FEA analysis Strong knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and mechanical systems Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity skills Effective communicator and collaborative team player Proven project leadership with consistent, high-quality results Due to the nature of the sector our client is unable to offer a sponsorship, so UK working rights are required. This role offers the chance to shape the next generation of products at the forefront of advanced technology. Whether you are a Senior Engineer seeking a fresh challenge or an Engineer with several years of experience looking to step up, this is an exciting career opportunity. Apply Now: Please send your CV to or contact Kyle Graveney at / for more information.
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join one of the leading companies in RF and Sensing technology, based in Essex. Part of a globally recognised organisation, this company is shaping innovation across the medical, aerospace, and defence industries. Their expertise has contributed to world-class projects such as the Hubble Space Telescope, cancer radiotherapy machines, and advanced driver-assistance systems in luxury vehicles. They are seeking a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join their R&D division. This role will be instrumental in developing new products and driving the next phase of the company's growth. The position requires someone hands-on, adaptable in day-to-day tasks, and keen to work collaboratively with the mechanical engineering team lead, process engineers, project lead engineers, and project managers. Key responsibilities for this Principal Mechanical Design Engineer role based in Essex: Lead mechanical design and development, from customer specifications through to delivery of high-quality, on-time solutions Produce and maintain technical documentation, including drawings, test plans, and reports Contribute to design reviews and resolve technical challenges in collaboration with process engineers Identify risks and deliver robust, independent solutions Stay up to date with new technologies and support process development and industrialisation Desirable Experience for this Principal Mechanical Design Engineer role based in Essex: Degree qualified Engineer Proficiency in CAD and FEA analysis Strong knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and mechanical systems Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity skills Effective communicator and collaborative team player Proven project leadership with consistent, high-quality results Due to the nature of the sector our client is unable to offer a sponsorship, so UK working rights are required. This role offers the chance to shape the next generation of products at the forefront of advanced technology. Whether you are a Senior Engineer seeking a fresh challenge or an Engineer with several years of experience looking to step up, this is an exciting career opportunity. Apply Now: Please send your CV to or contact Kyle Graveney at / for more information.
Industrialisation Engineering Manager Technical Fabrics Global Applicants Welcome, Sponsorship Available Are you ready to take a leading role in shaping the future of advanced textiles? My client, a world-class manufacturer of high-reliability fabrics used in defence, aerospace, marine, and protective applications , is seeking an exceptional Industrialisation Engineering Manager to join their team. This is a rare opportunity to work at the cutting edge of specialist material engineering , driving robust, scalable, and innovative manufacturing processes for critical applications where performance and reliability are non-negotiable. What You'll Do Lead the industrialisation and process optimisation of technical textile manufacturing for demanding end-users such as the MOD, aerospace primes, and global protection industries . Translate complex customer requirements into robust, repeatable, and efficient production processes . Drive continuous improvement, automation, and lean manufacturing initiatives to ensure world-class standards in quality and reliability. Collaborate with R&D, production, and quality teams to ensure smooth product transfer from development to full-scale production . Be a technical authority , advising on advanced textile technologies, materials, and equipment selection. What We're Looking For A proven background in industrialisation, process engineering, or manufacturing management within technical fabrics or textiles. Strong knowledge of process validation, scalability, and precision manufacturing methods . Experience working within regulated, demanding sectors (e.g., defence, aerospace, marine, or advanced protection). A natural leader, capable of influencing, guiding, and motivating cross-functional teams . Passion for innovation and a drive to deliver tangible value in a mission-critical environment. Why Join? Be part of a pioneering team that creates products protecting lives and supporting critical global industries. Work with state-of-the-art manufacturing technology in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. A globally focused role - candidates worldwide are encouraged to apply. Visa sponsorship is available for the right individual. Competitive package with long-term career growth opportunities. If you're an experienced engineering professional with the vision and technical expertise to make a lasting impact in high-reliability textiles , we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to take your career to the next level and help shape the future of technical fabrics. At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions. We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Defence Equipment, Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy. Our commitment: Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic. Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes.
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Industrialisation Engineering Manager Technical Fabrics Global Applicants Welcome, Sponsorship Available Are you ready to take a leading role in shaping the future of advanced textiles? My client, a world-class manufacturer of high-reliability fabrics used in defence, aerospace, marine, and protective applications , is seeking an exceptional Industrialisation Engineering Manager to join their team. This is a rare opportunity to work at the cutting edge of specialist material engineering , driving robust, scalable, and innovative manufacturing processes for critical applications where performance and reliability are non-negotiable. What You'll Do Lead the industrialisation and process optimisation of technical textile manufacturing for demanding end-users such as the MOD, aerospace primes, and global protection industries . Translate complex customer requirements into robust, repeatable, and efficient production processes . Drive continuous improvement, automation, and lean manufacturing initiatives to ensure world-class standards in quality and reliability. Collaborate with R&D, production, and quality teams to ensure smooth product transfer from development to full-scale production . Be a technical authority , advising on advanced textile technologies, materials, and equipment selection. What We're Looking For A proven background in industrialisation, process engineering, or manufacturing management within technical fabrics or textiles. Strong knowledge of process validation, scalability, and precision manufacturing methods . Experience working within regulated, demanding sectors (e.g., defence, aerospace, marine, or advanced protection). A natural leader, capable of influencing, guiding, and motivating cross-functional teams . Passion for innovation and a drive to deliver tangible value in a mission-critical environment. Why Join? Be part of a pioneering team that creates products protecting lives and supporting critical global industries. Work with state-of-the-art manufacturing technology in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. A globally focused role - candidates worldwide are encouraged to apply. Visa sponsorship is available for the right individual. Competitive package with long-term career growth opportunities. If you're an experienced engineering professional with the vision and technical expertise to make a lasting impact in high-reliability textiles , we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to take your career to the next level and help shape the future of technical fabrics. At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions. We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Defence Equipment, Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy. Our commitment: Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic. Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes.
