Production Engineer
| Posting date: | 25 September 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 October 2025 |
| Location: | Coventry, West Midlands, CV6 4AD |
| Company: | GI Group Main Account |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | AW250925246024_1758794016 |
Summary
Production Engineer
Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 depending on experience
Duties:
Plan, coordinate, and improve milling processes to achieve production goals
* Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to develop and execute plans for optimising milling processes.
* Utilise technical expertise to streamline milling operations, aiming for reduction in cycle times and tooling costs.
Develop and optimise CNC milling programs for efficiency and quality
* Use deep knowledge of milling processes and machining technology to develop and refine CNC milling programs.
* Continuously improve programs to ensure efficiency and high quality production output.
Select tooling and cutting parameters to maximise productivity and tool life
* Analyse tooling options and cutting parameters to enhance productivity and optimise tool life.
* Ensure cost-effective tooling selection while maintaining high precision and quality standards.
Troubleshoot milling-related issues and implement corrective actions
* Investigate milling-related issues and implement effective corrective actions to minimise downtime and maintain production flow.
* Utilise attention to detail to identify and address machining discrepancies and anomalies.
Lead process improvement projects using lean manufacturing principles
* Initiate and lead process improvement projects, applying lean manufacturing principles to enhance milling processes.
* Foster a continuous improvement mindset and drive efficiency improvements throughout the milling operations.
Train and mentor machine operators in advanced milling techniques
* Provide training and mentorship to machine operators, sharing advanced milling techniques and best practices.
* Support the development of technical expertise and collaboration within the production team.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
* Prioritise safety and quality standards in all milling operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
* Champion a culture of diversity, equality, and inclusion within the production environment.
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
* Technical Expertise in milling processes and machining technology
* Collaboration and teamwork skills
* Continuous improvement mindset and attention to detail
* Effective communication and leadership abilities
* Experience with lean manufacturing principles
Join our team and contribute to the optimisation of milling processes, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Please apply if you believe you have the right skills for the job. If you have not heard from us in 7 days, please note, your application has been unsuccessful.
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