Production Engineer

Founding Production Engineer – Polyurethane / Moulding Glasgow £45k- £50k Build a Manufacturing Facility from the Ground Up An established UK manufacturing group is launching a new advanced materials facility in Glasgow and is looking for a hands-on Production Engineer to help set it up from day one. This is a rare opportunity to join at ground level and physically build, commission and grow a new manufacturing operation. This is not a corporate desk-based role. This is sleeves rolled up, plant layout, machinery install, process set-up and early-stage team building. The Role You will be instrumental in: * Setting up a brand-new polyurethane / moulding production facility * Advising on machinery layout and optimal plant positioning * Supporting installation, commissioning and validation of equipment * Establishing robust production processes from scratch * Setting and running machinery in the early phase * Troubleshooting and optimising moulding parameters * Developing SOPs and safe systems of work * Building and growing the production team over time Initially, you will be part of a small, agile team — despite being backed by a large, financially secure group. This role will grow as the facility scales. What We’re Looking For * Proven experience setting up, relocating or commissioning a factory or production line * Strong understanding of plant layout, workflow and utilities integration * Hands-on experience in polyurethane, polymers, moulding or similar process manufacturing * Comfortable running machinery and being operational when required * Practical problem solver with a methodical approach * Experience in regulated or quality-driven environments advantageous * Formal qualifications are less important than real-world experience. * We want someone who has physically built something before. Why This Is Different Ground-floor opportunity within a new division High autonomy and visibility Clear pathway to grow into a senior operational leadership role Backed by a stable, established manufacturing group Long-term growth strategy in place