Junior Production Engineer

The Company

Our client is a prestigious studio specialising in handcrafted furniture, lighting, and artwork. Drawing inspiration from nature, their designs reflect a deep-rooted heritage in antique dealing and fine art. By utilising traditional techniques such as lost-wax bronze casting and forged ironwork, each creation demonstrates exceptional craftsmanship and artistic flair. The studio continues to innovate, producing timeless, nature-inspired pieces in their workshop.

Requirements

For this role it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum;

* Degree or Diploma in Production, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
* Lean Six Sigma certification (Yellow Belt, Green Belt, or higher) - desirable but not essential

It is also preferred that you hold the experience below;

* Proven experience in process optimisation, lean manufacturing, and quality assurance
* Demonstrated experience in creating and executing SOPs within a manufacturing setting

Additional skills;

* Proficient utilisation of ERP / MRP systems
* Excellent time management skills, ability to prioritise tasks efficiently
* Strong written and verbal communication skills with an eye for detail
* Familiarity with 3D modeling software (such as AutoCAD or equivalent)
* Knowledgeable of Lean Six Sigma methodologies (5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping)
* In-depth understanding of metal fabrication techniques, including grinding, welding, polishing, and assembly
* Solid understanding of ISO standards, quality management system and best practices for process documentation

The Role

* Job Title: Junior Production Engineer
* Job Type: Permanent
* Location: London
* Reporting to: Production Engineer

Duties

* Reporting regularly and consistently to the Production Engineer
* Oversee and revise Bills of Materials (BOMs) to ensure accurate and current material details
* Support lean manufacturing efforts by streamlining processes, improving efficiency, and reducing waste
* Assist the Production Engineer in developing SOPs, optimizing processes and creating training initiatives
* Support in diagnosing equipment or production issues, working to quickly identify and implement solutions
* Ensure adherence to quality control standards to reduce defects and enhance product consistency and dependability
* Deliver training to production teams on new SOPs, updated BOMs, and Lean practices to boost compliance, efficiency, and continuous improvement
* Liaise with production technicians on the shop floor, creating SOPs, verify adherence and pinpoint areas for workflow improvements
* Design, document and enforce standard operating procedures for each phase of the production process, including fabrication, welding, a