We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to work on a permanent basis near Ashton Under Lyne. Salary is c£50,000 per annum plus 25 days' holiday and bank holidays, pension, company bonus etc. About the Manufacturing Engineer role: The position will involve working closely with Production, Quality and NC Programming to ensure projects are planned effectively, manufactured to the required specification and delivered on time. The Role As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for planning and coordinating the manufacturing process for individual components and assemblies across customer projects. Key responsibilities for the Manufacturing Engineer: * Planning manufacturing sequences and processes for individual parts and assemblies. * Developing effective and efficient manufacturing routes to meet customer requirements. * Liaising with NC Programming to ensure the most appropriate manufacturing methods and processes are used. * Working closely with Production and Quality to ensure customer specifications and requirements are fully understood and achieved. * Monitoring project progress and providing updates to customers where required. * Identifying and resolving manufacturing issues throughout the project lifecycle. * Supporting the business with continuous improvement and best practice manufacturing methods. * Ensuring projects remain on schedule and any potential issues are identified and addressed promptly. * Working across multiple departments to ensure a smooth transition from planning through to manufacture. About the Manufacturing Engineer: The successful candidate will ideally have: * Previous experience within a Manufacturing Engineering or Manufacturing Planning environment. * Experience planning manufacturing processes, routes or sequences. * A good understanding of engineering/manufacturing processes. * Experience working closely with Production, Quality and CNC/NC Programming teams. * The ability to interpret engineering requirements and translate them into practical manufacturing solutions. * Strong problem-solving and organisational skills. * Good communication skills, with the confidence to liaise with both internal teams and customers. * A proactive approach and the ability to manage multiple projects or priorities. How to apply for the Manufacturing Engineer role: Please call Rebecca at Simply Recruitment Group or press APPLY NOW