Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

Our client, a leading aerospace manufacturer, are recruiting a Manufacturing Engineer to join their growing team in Hinckley. This role is crucial in optimising the businesses manufacturing processes, ensuring quality standards, and supporting efficient production within a dynamic aerospace environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing engineering, ideally within the aerospace sector, and a hands-on approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Process Development: Design, develop, and implement manufacturing processes and methods to achieve high standards of quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
2. Tooling & Fixturing: Collaborate on the design and implementation of tooling and fixtures to support production needs.
3. Production Support: Provide ongoing support for daily production activities, ensuring smooth operations and timely issue resolution.
4. Data Analysis: Analyse production data to identify areas for improvement, enhance efficiency, and maintain quality standards.
5. Project Management: Lead and support medium- and long-term projects aimed at optimising production and meeting customer requirements.
6. Compliance & Audits: Ensure compliance with regulatory, customer, and internal requirements, participating in external and internal audits as needed.
7. Continuous Improvement: Drive best-in-class standards through Right First Time (RFT) principles and maintain quality standards and documentation.
8. Supplier Collaboration: Work closely with external vendors and suppliers to ensure their adherence to quality and process requirements.

Qualifications & Experience:

1. Degree in Mechanical or Production Engineering or equivalent industry experience.
2. Welding, fabrication, or metal forming experience is advantageous.
3. Background in aerospace manufacturing is preferred.
4. Proficiency in ERP systems and CAD software (e.g., Catia, SolidWorks).
5. Familiarity with Six Sigma, APQP/PPAP methodologies, and quality control tools.
6. Strong organisational and communication skills with an ability to collaborate across teams.

Benefits:

1. Competitive salary
2. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
3. Life Insurance
4. Health Insurance
5. Company uniform
6. On-site parking

Working Hours:

1. Standard hours: 7:00am to 4:00pm Monday to Thursday, 7:00am to 12:00pm on Friday (39 hours/week).
2. Occasional travel to other UK sites, customers, and suppliers may be required.