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Production Engineer - Alternating Shifts
Job Posted: 7 days ago
Salary: £ 46,800/Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Expire in: 20 days
Job Description
Experienced Process Engineer required to work for Global manufacturer based in Plymouth. Reporting to the Production Engineering Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the performance of specific process operations for all programs of work which require that process and that a consistent approach is taken across products ensuring that best practice is used and feedback is given and acted upon.This is an excellent opportunity to work for a global Manufacturer who puts quality and innovation at the fore front of their ethos.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support when required the NPI (New Product Introduction) process to ensure a smooth transition into production (SAP New Parts & Major NPI Projects) including but not limited to - Routing Creation & Maintenance, SAP Master Data Creation & Maintenance e.g. Tooling BOM’s, Machine Tool Program Creation & Optimisation, Machine Process related Parameters creation & optimization e.g. Hardening processes etc, Fixture Design, Procurement & Validation, Process Documentation: SOP’s, Specification sheets, tooling Cards etc.
* Specify, Install and commission capital equipment in line with the business requirements, raise CEA Documentation including project scope, cost, justification & payback period.
* Support production department as required, duties will include: Problem solving – arriving at the conclusions necessary using appropriate tools and techniques (Six Sigma, Core Tools, Lean, SPC tools). Support production to achieve targets in accordance with the production plan. Report on all improvement issues within the scope of their role, Continuously improve the performance of the process, equipment and production procedures in the most economic manner consistent with the business objective. Responsible for ensuring that the technical throughput and capacity limiting issues are identified and work with the team to implement solutions.
* Responsible for defining the process, ensuring that all shop floor documentation is correct and that Team Leaders / Cell Leaders are aware of the correct operating procedures for their respective areas. Documentation ownership includes but not limited to - SOP’s (Electronic and PDF/Word Format SOP’s), PFMEA’s, Process Flows, Control Plans, Specification Sheets, Tool Cards.
* Work as part of a cross-functional team to respond to customer complaints participating in 8D investigations, implementing/completing the following activities - Containment Actions, Root Cause Analysis, Corrective Actions.
* Responsible for rework (out of normal) procedures, including documentation and qualification of the process.
* Manage and document process changes through via the following procedures - Engineering Change Notes, Engineering Trials, Manufacturing Change Notes, Concession / Permit.
* Using data to measure process performance and implement appropriate improvement activities including but not limited to, Cost Reduction (e.g. Tooling Spend), Up-time Improvements, Capacity Improvements, Cycle/Process/Routing Time Reduction, Defect Reduction.
* Identify equipment risks and recommend/implement critical spare strategies to mitigate risk and minimize downtime.
* As required, obtain quotations and raise purchase requisitions via SAP.
* Responsible for defining measurement techniques to demonstrate process capability.
* Ensure that the process is in control by using SPC to monitor key Product & Process characteristics, identifying violations and assisting in remedial actions.
* Responsible for own personal development in line with the business needs.
* Motivating – Inspiring, encouraging and impelling staff to take the actions required to ensure that the business meets its objectives.
The successful candidate will be required to work a weekly alternating shift pattern of Monday to Friday 06:00 to 14:00 and Monday to Friday 14:00 to 22:00.
Essential Qualifications, Experience and Attributes to apply for this role:
* A minimum of a HNC level qualification in a relevant Engineering discipline coupled with a time served Apprenticeship.
* Proven experience having worked as a Production Engineer / Process Engineer or Manufacturing Engineer working with six sigma principles within Manufacturing or Engineering.
* Continuous Improvement mindset coupled with extensive experience working on CI and NPI projects.
* Self Motivated – ability to manage workload and deliver multiple projects coupled with excellent communication skills.
* Competance in AutoCad.
* Basic ERP experience.
Desirable Experience (non essential):
* CNC Lathe Programming: Fanuc
* CNC Machining Centre Programming: Fanuc
* CNC Programming: OSP (Okuma)
* Core Tools Certification (APQP), PFMEA, Process Flows, Control Plans, SPC, Measurement System Analysis
If you are an experienced Production / Process or Manufacturing Engineer, currently looking for a new challenge, then please submit an up to date CV by using the ‘apply’ button below.
For an informal chat please phone (phone number removed) and ask for Samantha Luxton. Many thanks for your interestBefore You Apply
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