What You'll Do
In this capacity your role and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
· Lead the implementation of production intent manufacturing processes
· Lead the improvement of the manufacturing processes to reduce cycle time, scrap and product repairs while increasing equipment availability
· Record, process, analyse and interpret complex process data to improve process knowledge and drive technical development
· Lead Practical Problem Solving activities (PPS) to address quality issues within an appropriate time frame
· Evaluate and control spend within the limits of the role and manage against budget
· Responsible for the preparation and presentation of business cases for production improvement projects
· Ensure production process flows, PFMEA’s and control plans are maintained
· Give valuable input to the design team during the design for manufacture process
· Lead engineering changes for parts already introduced into production
· Be MCTC Engineering’s first point of contact for the Production and Maintenance teams
· Present the status of Manufacturing Engineering projects and KPI’s to key stakeholders across the business
· Work with direct reports to create personnel development plans to support in career development
What You'll Bring
Knowledge skills and experience
* Previous proven industry experience ideally within an automotive manufacturing environment
* Previous proven experience of introducing industrialised manufacturing processes
* Use of problem solving methodology like 8D, PPS or equivalent
* Experience of leading manufacturing process improvement projects following a methodical approach (eg. DMAIC or equivalent)
* Experience with managing spend to stick to a forecasted budget
* Ability to work with and manipulate large data
* Ability to setup relevant and accurate data collection methods and records
* Experience of leading PFMEA reviews and updating control plans would be beneficial
* Effective presenting skills, making complex issues clear and transparent
* Experience of the following would be advantageous but is not essential:
* Composites manufacturing processes
* High-Pressure RTM
* CNC machining
* Robotics
* Experience with using a structured change management system
* Ideally, educated to Degree level in suitable Engineering discipline
Personal attributes
* A great team worker who is driven to support their team to success
* Ability to inspire, motivate and mentor developing team members
* Willing to adapt to a fast-changing environment with a flexible approach to working and job role
* Excellent communication and inter-personal skills
* Ability to make things happen when faced with demanding technical and project challenges
* Ability to effectively influence, negotiate and use conflict resolution skills
* Applicants will be required to have the right to work in the UK
Salary description
£1.00 - £2.00 per year