Manufacturing Engineer - Permanent - Kent

A pharmaceutical manufacturing client located in Kent are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join their innovative team in on a permanent basis. In this dynamic role, you''ll play a critical part in maintaining and improving manufacturing and production equipment while driving efficiency through continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform mechanical and electrical tasks, including installation, monitoring, calibration, and fault finding.
• Apply Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to diagnose equipment issues and implement corrective actions.
• Optimize production equipment settings and processes for peak performance.
• Spearhead automation and process improvement investments.
• Coordinate service work and supervise contractors to ensure safety and compliance.
• Maintain an accurate engineering asset management database.
• Use Lean tools (e.g., Kaizen, 5S, RCA) to champion continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee capital expenditure projects to successful completion.
• Comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

What We''re Looking For:

• Qualifications: HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience: Background in FMCG, Pharma, or Food industries with experience in process, packing, or manufacturing environments. Familiarity with ISO13485, FDA, or TUV-regulated environments is a plus.
• Skills: Strong IT literacy, particularly with Microsoft Office. Proven track record in improvement projects and a commitment to best practices.
• Location: Must live within one hour of site and be able to participate in an on-call rota.

STR Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.