Manufacturing Engineer

Working Hours - Monday to Thursday 8 to 5, Friday 8 to 1 Holidays Free Parking Pension Life Assurance PURPOSE OF JOB Reporting to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, the Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for optimization manufacturing through planning, designing, setting up, modifying, optimizing and monitoring of processes whilst integrating HSE and Quality standards. MAIN DUTIES * Develop and support best practices including FMEA (Failure Mode Effect Analysis) studies, value stream mapping, SPC (Statistical Process Control) and SOP Standard Operating Procedures * Drive root cause resolution of product failure, supporting 8D investigations and practical problem-solving exercises * Improve processes to reduce non-value-added activity while ensuring safety and product quality * Work on multiple Manufacturing Engineering Projects to improve Quality, Cost and Delivery * Maintain and improve BOM, routings and ERP system accuracy * Work with new and existing vendors to reduce cost on tooling * Extract data from CAD models to define BOM, routings and Tooling requirements * Effectively work with suppliers of engineering services at site * In conjunction with the Section Leaders ensure engineering standards are maintained and all activities are conducted in a safe, cost effective and timely manner * Support the development of the lean culture * To liaise with other departments requiring advice and guidance on engineering subjects * Ensure that effective and regular communication takes place regarding project progress * Attend regular team communication forums and ensure that relevant information is communicated effectively * Develop and foster good working relationships with peers, related functions, internal and external customers * Identify, specify, purchase, install, commission, test and hand over new equipment, processes or technologies in line with our manufacturing strategy QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED * Bachelor’s degree or HND in relevant engineering discipline or 5 years’ experience in a similar role (essential) * Lean Six Sigma certification to Green Belt standard (desirable) * NEBOSH certificate (desirable) SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED * Experience in the aerospace industry and understanding of AS9100 standards (desirable) * Knowledge and experience in mechanical and electrical engineering (essential) * Experience in a lean operating environment (essential) * Experience working in a continuous improvement environment and implement best practices (essential) * Able to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications (essential) * Competent in the use of all Microsoft applications (essential) * Competent in the use of ERP systems (desirable) * Proven and effective analytical skills (essential) * Proven and effective project planning skills (essential) * Proven and effective root cause problem solving (essential) PERSON SPECIFICATION Priorities - able to handle multiple and changing priorities in a fast paced 24/7 production environment Achieving results – able to plan and organise own work to efficiently meet deadlines, handling multi projects. Self-motivated and tenacious to drive work through to completion and achieve high standards Communication skills – able to build good working relationships with key stakeholders at all levels of the business Problem solving – able to undertake problem analysis and have good problem-solving skills Supporting others – willing to support and be flexible towards others in the achievement of their goals Handling change – pro-active approach to work; makes suggestions for improvements, embraces change, flexible Policies and procedures – willing to adhere to HSE, quality and other company policies and procedures