Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Senior Manufacturing Engineer Consett

Working hours: 39 hours, Monday to Thursday 8.00am to 5.00pm, Friday 8.00am to 1.00pm

Salary: £45,000 to £52,000 Depending on experiance

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Pension
• 25 Days Annual Holiday plus 8 statutory days
• BUPA Healthcare
• Long Service awards
• Death in Service

Senior Manufacturing Engineer: Main duties/key tasks

You will deliver excellent asset optimisation for manufacturing processes within your area, a key member of the team you will ensure combined integration of manufacture engineering, Health, Safety and Quality standards.

• Develop and support best practices including FMEA (Failure Mode Effect Analysis) studies, value stream mapping, SPC (Statistical Process Control) and SOP Standard Operating Procedures.
• Improve processes to reduce non value added activity while ensuring safety and product quality.
• Evaluate existing manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, cost, and quality
• Streamline workflows to minimise waste and enhance process efficiency.
• Production Analysis: Assess machining, workbench, and paint processes to drive improvements.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilise metrics and data analysis to identify inefficiencies and propose effective solutions.
• Present opportunities for improvement backed with data and industry research to management
• Support the development of the lean culture
• Work on multiple Manufacturing Engineering Projects to improve Quality, Cost and Delivery
• Work with new and existing vendors to reduce cost on tooling.
• 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.
• To liaise with other departments requiring advice and guidance on engineering subjects
• Having a pragmatic, hands-on approach to problem solving
• To support other members of the Engineer Team in their development as required
• To attend meetings with the cross functional team to represent the Engineering Team

Senior Manufacturing Engineer: skills & Experiences

• Experience of working in a lean operating environment, and as part of a high performance team
• Lean Six Sigma (LSS) certification to Green Belt standard would be advantageous having already worked in an organization focused on continuous improvement and implementing best practices.
• Must be capable of reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
• Competence in the use of, Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); and other business management systems.
• Highly developed analytical skills
• Effective project planning skills
• Root cause problem solving and practical knowledge of mechanical and electrical engineering

Senior Manufacturing Engineer: Credentials

Minimum 5 years Manufacturing / Process Engineering Experience

Bachelor's degree or HNC and equivalent experience in a similar role for a minimum of 5 years

Experience in the Aerospace industry and understanding of AS 9100 standards would be advantageous

NEBOSH certified preferred

Senior Manufacturing Engineer: Health & Safety

Comply at all times with the letter and spirit of the Company s Health, Safety & Environmental Policy, Equality Policy and Code of Conduct.

Ensure that full co-operation is given to the Health & Safety Department in relation to risk assessments and accident reporting incidences

Senior Manufacturing Engineer: General Responsibilities

Comply with all other company policies & procedures

Attend training identified by the Company to support personal development.

Work closely with the other Company Departments to deliver appropriate standards inline with company policies

Delivery a seamless interface with internal and external customers