Manufacturing Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Leicester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000

Job description

Job Description

A global manufacturer of precision components supplied to sectors including aerospace, automotive, and defence has a new vacancy for a Manufacturing Engineer. Joining at a time of expansion, the role will play a key role in developing new manufacturing processes, ensuring daily productivity targets are met, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the plant. Candidates are sought who have a good understanding of precision machining processes and experience developing robust engineering solutions.

The Role:

1. Design, implement, and improve manufacturing processes.
2. Develop manufacturing capabilities.
3. Work with the Development Team on NPI.
4. Investigate root cause and corrective actions.
5. Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth product flow and continuous improvement.
6. Support manufacturing areas to ensure daily targets are met.
7. Develop and maintain process documentation, workflows, and technical specifications.
8. Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for any production issues.
9. Monitor and improve KPIs such as throughput, downtime, and overall equipment efficiency (OEE).
10. Identification and introduction of product/process improvements.
11. Identify areas for improvement and lead cost-saving projects.

The Person:

1. Proven experience working in a precision engineering environment.
2. Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
3. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
4. Ability to work collaboratively in a team and drive change effectively.
5. Experience of cost-saving processes and procedures.