Average Engineering Manager salary in Hyde, Cheshire

We are seeking a proactive and technically skilled manager to lead the engineering function at a busy manufacturing site in Ellesmere Port for one of our key clients. In this role, you will be the driving force behind plant availability, ensuring that all machinery operates at peak performance while maintaining the highest safety standards. As the key interface between production and site leadership, you will manage a dedicated engineering team, oversee contractors, and spearhead continuous improvement initiatives to minimise downtime.  What You’ll Be DoingLeading the site engineering function to ensure maximum plant availability and safe working practices.  Managing a team of 1-3 direct reports, providing coaching and professional development.  Developing, implementing, and monitoring site-wide Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedules.  Coordinating mechanical and electrical engineering responses to breakdowns to minimize production downtime.  Enforcing Safe Systems of Work, including full Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) procedures and dynamic risk assessments.  Analysing breakdown data to identify root causes and implement long-term corrective actions.  Managing engineering budgets, critical spares stock levels, and external contractors.  What You NeedA time-served Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.  Significant experience working within a manufacturing or production environment.  Strong fault-finding capabilities across both mechanical and electrical systems.  Proven experience in leading or managing engineering teams.  The ability to utilise a data-led approach for decision-making and stock control.  An HNC/HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is highly desirable.  Why You’ll Love This JobFriendly work hours Monday to Friday Day Shifts onlyWorking 1 in 4 Saturdays with time off in lieuGenerous holiday 25 days plus 8 bank holidaysIf you're interest to join a well-established, market-leading company with a nationwide network of sites, then apply today!

Quality Engineer (Manufacturing Background) £30,000 - £40,000 + Training + Career Progression HydeAre you a Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineer from a manufacturing industry experience, looking to develop your career into Quality Engineering within a specialist manufacturing environment?Do you want to gain hands-on experience in quality systems, inspection, non-conformance management, and continuous improvement within a long-established UK manufacturer?This is an opportunity to join a leading manufacturer of bolts and pipeline commodities supplying global markets from a 24/7 production facility. With almost 50 years of experience, the company focuses on high-quality production, compliance with industry standards, and continuous improvement.In this role, you will support the Quality function across all stages of production from customer purchase order through to final dispatch developing your knowledge of quality systems, inspection processes, and manufacturing compliance.This role is suited to someone with 2-3 years' experience in a mechanical or manufacturing engineering environment who is looking to move into Quality Engineering.The Role:Support and maintain Quality Management Systems in line with ISO 9001:2015, API Q1, and company procedures.Identify, investigate, and resolve quality issues, including non-conformances, RCA, and CAPA activities.Carry out in-process and final inspections, ensuring compliance with specifications and full material traceability.Maintain quality documentation and support audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.The Person:2-3 years' experience within a mechanical, manufacturing, or engineering environment.Strong engineering/manufacturing background with understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering drawings.Familiarity with inspection tools and quality assurance processes.Commutable to HydeReference: BBBH25312BKeywords: Quality Engineer, Quality Inspector, Quality Technician, Manufacturing, Engineering, ISO 9001:2015, API Q1, Non-Conformance, NCR, CAPA, Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement, Quality Management Systems, Inspection, Dimensional Inspection, Manufacturing Quality, Production Quality, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Traceability, Engineering Drawings, Micrometres, Verniers, Thread Gauges, Mechanical Engineering, Manufactured Parts, Precision Engineering, Hyde, Greater ManchesterIf you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

Quality Engineer (Manufactured Parts) £35,000 - £40,000 + Training + Career Progression HydeAre you a Quality Inspector or Quality Technician looking to progress into a Quality Engineer role within a leading manufacturing environment?Do you have hands-on experience inspecting manufactured or engineered components and want to develop your career into a more technical Quality Engineering position focused on systems, compliance, and continuous improvement?This is an opportunity to join a well-established UK manufacturer of bolts and pipeline commodities, supplying global markets from a 24/7 production facility. With almost 50 years of experience, the company is committed to maintaining high quality standards, strong technical capability, and continuous improvement across its operations.In this role, you will support the Quality function across the full production process from customer purchase order through to final product dispatch supporting compliance, documentation, inspections, and problem-solving activities.This role would suit someone with a background as a Quality Inspector or similar within manufacturing, looking to step into a Quality Engineer position.The Role:Support and maintain Quality Management Systems in line with ISO 9001:2015, API Q1 standards, and internal procedures, ensuring compliance throughout production processes.Identify, report, and manage quality issues, including non-conformances, customer complaints, and supplier NCRs, ensuring timely documentation and resolution.Work with Production and Technical teams to investigate root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions (RCA/CAPA), supporting inspections and audit readiness.Conduct inspections and maintain quality records, ensuring full traceability, while analysing defect trends and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.The Person:Experience as a Quality Inspector/Technician within manufacturing environments.Knowledge of non-conformance processes, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement practices.Commutable to HydeReference: BBBH25312AKeywords: Quality Engineer, Quality Inspector, Quality Technician, Manufacturing, Engineering, ISO 9001:2015, API Q1, Non-Conformance, NCR, CAPA, Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement, Quality Management Systems, Inspection, Dimensional Inspection, Manufacturing Quality, Production Quality, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Traceability, Engineering Drawings, Micrometres, Verniers, Thread Gauges, Mechanical Engineering, Manufactured Parts, Precision Engineering, Hyde, Greater ManchesterIf you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.