Manufacturing Engineer
Barnoldswick
12-Month Contract
£35 per hour
Outside IR35
On-Site
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join an established engineering business on a 12-month contract based in Barnoldswick.
The successful candidate will provide manufacturing engineering support across aerospace manufacturing operations, focusing on process improvement, quality, new product introduction and the reduction of non-conformance.
Key Responsibilities:
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Develop and improve manufacturing processes to achieve right-first-time production
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Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and manufacturing launch activities
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Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and GD&T
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Create and implement PFMEAs and Control Plans
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Identify key process variables and opportunities for error proofing
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Support investigations into non-conformance and implement corrective actions
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Carry out root cause analysis using techniques such as 8D
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Analyse manufacturing and shop-floor data to identify process improvements
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Support FAIR, APQP and PPAP activities
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Work with engineering, manufacturing, quality, suppliers and other cross-functional teams
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Support process validation, inspection strategies and measurement methods
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Use SPC and other quality tools to monitor and improve manufacturing performance
Experience Required:
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Previous Manufacturing Engineering experience
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Aerospace manufacturing experience is highly desirable
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Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and quality systems
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Ability to read engineering and manufacturing drawings
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Good knowledge of GD&T, ideally ASME Y14.5
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Experience with PFMEA and Control Plans
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Knowledge of FAIR, APQP and PPAP
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Experience with root cause analysis and 8D problem solving
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Understanding of SPC and Measurement System Analysis (MSA)
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Awareness of AS9100 and relevant ISO standards
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Experience with Minitab, SAP, Teamcenter, Windchill or similar systems would be advantageous
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Mechanical Engineering qualification or equivalent industry experience
This is an on-site position in Barnoldswick and would suit a Manufacturing Engineer with a strong aerospace, precision engineering or advanced manufacturing background.
Contract: 12 months
Rate: £35 per hour
IR35: Outside IR35
Location: Barnoldswick – On-Site
If you are interested in this Manufacturing Engineer contract, please apply with an up-to-date CV for further information
