This is a permanent role on Days / AM shifts with immediate starts available
Responsibilities:
* Participate in design reviews to ensure ease of production is captured at design stage
* Lead PFMEA activity
* Responsible for the ensuring the current manufacturing process are robust.
* The first point of contact for process related issues on the shop floor.
* Resolve production related issues with quality and engineering.
* Creation of detailed & concise build SOPs and process flow charts.
* Interpret & contribute to design standards focussing on safety, quality, cost, manufacturability, serviceability & adherence to international, market specific standards.
* Report errors/quality issues with bought in parts to engineering & quality departments
* Optimize facility layouts, production lines, machine operations and network performance
* Take responsibility for & manage bills of material as product moves from engineering to production
* Identify appropriate tools & equipment to support correct or new manufacturing process
* Identify skills or gaps in training requirements for production personnel
* Ensure safe working practices are implemented & adhered to at all times
* Create TPM for all machinery within your area
* Find ways to reduce operational costs by eliminating waste in the manufacturing process
* Develop and test effective automated and manual systems
* Any other duties deemed appropriate by senior management
Skills & Knowledge:
* Previous experience as a manufacturing engineer.
* People management
* Knowledge of manufacturing processes, fabrication methods and system assembly.
* Knowledge of PFMEA, process flow charts, SOP’s and control plans.
* Problem-solving ability
* Development of production test equipment and systems
* Familiarity with manufacturing equipment and quality assurance techniques
* IT proficient: solid works, ERP /MRP systems and Microsoft
* Project management skills
* Capable of working off site if required (UK or abroad)
* Driver’s license essential – maximum 6 points
Experience & Qualifications:
* Qualified engineer to HND level with hands on experience
* 4+ years working in a manufacturing environment with a focus on improvements
For more information please call Nikki on (phone number removed)
Salary description
£40000.00 - £45000.00 per year