Manufacturing Engineer

We are currently recruiting for an experienced manufacturing engineer on behalf of our client based in Birmingham
This is a permanent role on Days / AM shifts with immediate starts available

Responsibilities:

• Participate in design reviews to ensure ease of production is captured at design stage
• Lead PFMEA activity
• Responsible for the ensuring the current manufacturing process are robust.
• The first point of contact for process related issues on the shop floor.
• Resolve production related issues with quality and engineering.
• Creation of detailed & concise build SOPs and process flow charts.
• Interpret & contribute to design standards focussing on safety, quality, cost, manufacturability, serviceability & adherence to international, market specific standards.
• Report errors/quality issues with bought in parts to engineering & quality departments
• Optimize facility layouts, production lines, machine operations and network performance
• Take responsibility for & manage bills of material as product moves from engineering to production
• Identify appropriate tools & equipment to support correct or new manufacturing process
• Identify skills or gaps in training requirements for production personnel
• Ensure safe working practices are implemented & adhered to at all times
• Create TPM for all machinery within your area
• Find ways to reduce operational costs by eliminating waste in the manufacturing process
• Develop and test effective automated and manual systems
• Any other duties deemed appropriate by senior management

Skills & Knowledge:

• Previous experience as a manufacturing engineer.
• People management
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, fabrication methods and system assembly.
• Knowledge of PFMEA, process flow charts, SOP’s and control plans.
• Problem-solving ability
• Development of production test equipment and systems
• Familiarity with manufacturing equipment and quality assurance techniques
• IT proficient: solid works, ERP /MRP systems and Microsoft
• Project management skills
• Capable of working off site if required (UK or abroad)
• Driver’s license essential – maximum 6 points

Experience & Qualifications:

• Qualified engineer to HND level with hands on experience
• 4+ years working in a manufacturing environment with a focus on improvements

For more information please call Nikki on (phone number removed) </p

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