Senior Manufacturing Engineer Location: Hinckley Salary: £60,000 + Benefits Hours: 37.5 Per Week Pattern: Day Shift | 4.5 Day Working Week Overview We are currently recruiting for an experienced and driven Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join a forward-thinking manufacturing business. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineering professional to play a key role in new product introduction, operational improvement, and continuous improvement initiatives within a dynamic production environment. Key Responsibilities: Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations Drive the successful introduction of new products and programmes into production Develop and embed improved manufacturing methods to deliver sustainable business benefits Establish and maintain system policies associated with production lead times Manage and monitor Work in Progress (WIP) to meet operational requirements Support manufacturing activities internally and externally as required Act as a focal point to ensure production and new product activities are completed effectively Participate in and lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives Support inventory control strategies including FIFO, WIP reduction, and returnable container systems Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company policies Work collaboratively to achieve company goals and operational objectives Undertake any additional duties reasonably required by the business Skills Required: Strong technical knowledge of modern manufacturing methods and machine tools Ability to challenge existing processes and drive innovative solutions Good understanding of materials management processes and best practices Experience working within cross-functional teams and engaging with stakeholders at all levels Knowledge of CAD/CAM and manufacturing programming processes Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive operational adherence and performance Aerospace industry experience would be advantageous, though not essential Proven ability to champion change and implement new working methods