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Manufacturing Process Engineer

Job in Basildon, Essex County, SS14, England, UK
Listing for: First Achieve Ltd
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-20
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, Quality Engineering, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 45000 GBP Yearly GBP 45000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Manufacturing Process Engineer

Basildon, Essex
Full-time Permanent Day Shift Monday-Friday
£45,000

First Achieve Engineering & Manufacturing are recruiting on behalf of a high-precision manufacturing organisation operating within a regulated engineering environment.

We are seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to join the team in Basildon. This is a key role focused on designing, implementing, and continuously improving manufacturing processes to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality production.

You'll work closely with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams, playing a hands-on role in process optimisation, NPI, and technical problem-solving on the shop floor.

The Role

As Manufacturing Process Engineer, you will be responsible for translating engineering intent into robust, repeatable manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

Produce, update, and maintain manufacturing documentation

Interpret engineering drawings and apply GD&T principles

Work confidently with ERP/MRP systems

Apply strong knowledge of machining processes and specifications

Demonstrate understanding of aerospace materials and surface treatments

Produce cost and time estimates

Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities

Identify tooling requirements for assembly and inspection

Support DFM / DFMA activities with internal and external design teams

Liaise with external design teams to resolve technical product issues

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve efficiency

About You

You'll be an experienced process-focused engineer with the confidence to work independently and challenge existing methods where appropriate.

Knowledge,

Skills & Experience:

Solid experience in manufacturing processes and engineered products

Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan and prioritise work

Broad technical skillset and strong problem-solving ability

Comfortable questioning and improving established processes

Proactive, flexible, and able to demonstrate initiative

Computer literate

Desirable (but not essential):

Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles

Working knowledge of 3D CAD software

Understanding of 4/5-axis CNC machining and ISO G-code

What's in it for you?

Full-time, permanent position

40 hours per week, Monday to Friday (day shift)

Salary: £45,000 per annum

Excellent benefits package including:

Pension

Life insurance

Private medical healthcare

Prescription safety eyewear

Employee retail discounts

33 days holiday, including Christmas shutdown

Strong opportunities for career development within a collaborative engineering team
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