Manufacturing Engineer

Are you a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer who enjoys solving complex production and engineering problems?

We are looking for a practical, solutions-focused Manufacturing Engineer to join our Technical Ceramics business at Morgan Advanced Materials in Corby. The key requirement for this role is the ability to identify manufacturing problems, understand the root cause and turn them into effective, practical solutions.

You will work closely with production and engineering teams to resolve technical issues, improve manufacturing processes and support the delivery of safe, efficient and reliable operations.

• →Problem Solving: Take ownership of manufacturing and engineering problems, identify root causes and develop practical, sustainable solutions.
• →Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, productivity, quality, efficiency and cost.
• →Root Cause Analysis: Use structured problem-solving techniques to investigate production and process issues and implement corrective actions.
• →Manufacturing Support: Provide hands-on engineering support to production teams, helping resolve technical and process-related challenges.
• →Engineering Projects: Manage and support engineering improvement projects from initial problem identification through to implementation.
• →Technical Analysis: Use engineering data and appropriate tools to understand problems, evaluate options and recommend solutions.
• →Collaboration: Work closely with production, quality, maintenance and other engineering colleagues to implement improvements.
• →Customer Support: Support technical discussions with internal and external stakeholders where required.
• →Documentation: Maintain accurate technical documentation and produce clear engineering and project reports.
• →Continuous Improvement: Support a culture of continuous improvement and contribute to initiatives that improve operational performance.
• →EHS: Champion a strong EHS culture and ensure engineering solutions consider safety, environmental and operational requirements.

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Production or a related Engineering discipline.
• Hands-on engineering experience within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong practical problem-solving skills, with demonstrable experience taking engineering or manufacturing problems and turning them into workable solutions.
• Experience using root cause analysis and structured problem-solving techniques.
• Experience of manufacturing process improvement and continuous improvement.
• Ability to manage engineering projects and deliver improvements through to completion.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret manufacturing and process data.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with production teams and other stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Morgan Advanced Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Ind-1