Job title: Lead Manufacturing Systems Engineer
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Location: Omagh, UK
Job published: 24-06-2025
Job ID: 83219
Contact name: Zoey Rooney
Contact email: zoey@huntersavage.com

Job Description

Lead Manufacturing Systems Engineer

Omagh
Salary up to £
42,000 plus bonus

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Lead Manufacturing Systems Engineer to join a global leader in manufacturing, at their Omagh site. Reporting to the Production Control Manager, you will play a key role in driving the development and improvement of manufacturing systems and leading a high-performing engineering team.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:

  1. Global, well-established employer with strong career growth opportunities
  2. Competitive salary, bonus and excellent benefits package
  3. Hybrid working

The Role

  • Oversee and improve manufacturing systems, processes, and equipment within a fast-paced environment
  • Manage and develop a small team of manufacturing systems engineers
  • Lead small to medium-sized engineering projects from initiation to completion
  • Implement Lean Manufacturing practices including 5S, Kanban, and Standard Work
  • Own BOM creation and management, including Make/Buy decisions and outsourcing activities
  • Provide day-to-day support to production departments and assist with new product and process development
  • Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards across all manufacturing operations

The Person

  • Degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical, Manufacturing or related engineering discipline
  • Proven leadership and team management skills
  • Experience in Lean Manufacturing and process improvement techniques
  • Excellent communication and project management skills

Next Steps

For further information, and to apply for this role, please contact Zoey Rooney. Visit our website for a full list of manufacturing and engineering opportunities.

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