Manufacturing Engineer

Main duties:-

• Manufacturing engineering support for new and existing processes
• Identify projects and opportunities for productivity improvement (e.g. yield, cost reduction, time reduction)
• Utilise lean and problem solving methodologies to drive continuous improvement
• Support development of operations by leading or facilitating process mapping, FMEA and control plans
• Support manufacturing team in production process flows, cell design and process optimization
• Statistical analysis including SPC
• Process validation of new and existing equipment
• Generate and maintain manufacturing support documentation such as SOP’s, work instructions, maintenance, calibration and test procedures
• Generate and maintain ERP/SAP master data such as routings and work centres
• Tool, jig, fixture and gauge design for manufacturing
• Support the operations team in root cause investigation and CAPA
• Support maintenance and calibration of equipment
• Ensure compliance with the company Quality Management System
• Perform other tasks as required

The successful candidate will possess the following:-

• Degree or equivalent in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Materials Engineering or a related discipline
• Relevant experience in Manufacturing Engineering in high precision industry.
• Knowledge and experience of Continuous Improvement methodologies
• Experience of process validation and FMEA
• Experience in using ERP systems (e.g. ORACLE, SAP)
• Manufacturing tooling design experience
• Good knowledge of statistical analysis and SPC
• Experience of equipment calibration & maintenance
• Sound problem solving and trouble shooting skills
• Attention to detail and record keeping
• Tenacious and thorough approach to task completion
• Good communication and team skills
• MS Office – PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel & Word
• Non-smoker/Non-vaper

Desirable Skills, Qualifications And Experience Include

• Experience in optics/laser/instrumentation related industries (Highly Desirable)
• Experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) and industrialization processes
• SAP experience
• Understanding of ISO 9001 requirements
• Clean Room experience (ISO Class 6 or higher)
• Experience in training others
• Lean and Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt) or equivalent through experience
• Knowledge and experience of 8D Process, 5Y & Fishbone Diagrams.
• Competent in use of SolidWorks
• Competent in use of AutoCAD
• Competent in use of MS Project
• Competent in use of MS Visio

The Manufacturing Engineer must also be able to demonstrate adaptability and flexibility within the role along with the ability to take responsibility and make decisions. It is vital that they are both a team leader and team player.

All employees are expected to strive to meet the company values of Excellence, Energy, Contribution, Integrity and Innovation.

Other Competencies

• Competent in the production and development processes
• Demonstrate understanding of production planning concepts including the role of work centers and routings
• Demonstrate File Maker database knowledge
• Have basic knowledge of optical technologies
• Have an understanding of the IP policy
• Competent in the change control process (ECN)
• Knowledgeable of the new part number generation process
• Competent in appropriate WI’s and TP’s required for building and testing fiber products
• Competent in appropriate WI’s and TP’s required for building and testing laser products
• Must be computer literate (Excel – Intermediate standard, Word – Intermediate standard & PowerPoint – basic standard)

Individual behaviours we expect the holder of this job to display in their role:

• Regularly makes positive contributions that improve working practices
• Completes tasks to a high standard according to guidelines, policies, procedures or advised by others
• Has a positive approach to work, working flexibly, willingly and in co-operation with others
• Takes the initiative to solve day-to-day problems in own area of work
• Actively listens to new ideas and demonstrates willingness to try out new ideas
• Knows where to go and what questions to ask to access the right information
• Demonstrates awareness of different ways of work; offers workable solutions and makes suggestions for improvements within their own area of work
• Is trustworthy and accepts responsibility for own actions
• Takes responsibility for own actions and works effectively with minimal supervision
• Good numeracy skills
• Understands own role and responsibilities as well as the roles and responsibilities of others
• Accepts change and is positive in adopting improved working methods
• Works well under time pressure
• Recognises when to ask for advice and when to inform others
• Demonstrates readiness to learn more and develop own performance

Requirements

Supporting Production Operations; Continuous Improvement; Optimising Productivity and Cost Reduction

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