Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Wolverhampton | Salary: £50,000 – £52,000 | Hours: Monday to Thursday with a half day Friday
We're recruiting on behalf of a leading tier 1 automotive manufacturer for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join a fast paced, high volume production environment. This is a great opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer who thrives on continuous improvement, problem solving and driving OEE performance across a busy manufacturing operation.
The Role
As Manufacturing Engineer, you'll take ownership of process improvements, equipment buy offs and engineering changes, working closely with production and quality teams to keep operations running efficiently and safely. You'll be hands on with automated processes, drive cost down initiatives and support the business through project introductions and shutdown activity.
Key Responsibilities
Achieve process OEE targets covering availability, performance and quality
Carry out data analysis and root cause analysis, then design, procure, install and validate improvements
Manage equipment buy off, engineering changes and cost saving initiatives
Automate and reduce costs of current processes
Document and standardise procedures
Monitor KPIs across improvement areas and support daily management meetings
Develop, install, commission and validate new, modified or re-sited equipment
Liaise with production shift managers on quality concerns, schedules and continuous improvement
Deal directly with customers and suppliers on engineering changes and issues
Support contingency planning, including recommended spares, in the event of equipment failure
What We're Looking For
Sound engineering knowledge across manufacturing processes, with a track record of improving them
Experience with automated processes including PLCs (Siemens), Robotics (ABB), and welding (Spot/MIG/Friction), SPAC, clinch, sealant and SPR
Computer literate, with firm knowledge of CAD and experience with Microsoft Office, SAP, Captor or OEE monitoring software
Knowledge of material properties, electrical, mechanical, fluid power and machining
Understanding of PFMEA and customer quality standards
Strong project management and process optimisation background
ONC/HNC in an Engineering discipline (preferred), or a recognised 4 year engineering apprenticeship
Experience within a fast paced, JIT, high volume tier 1 automotive environment is advantageous
Full UK driving licence; ability to travel to customers and suppliers, including occasional foreign travel with a valid passport
Behaviours
Strong communicator at all levels, with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
Self motivated, decisive and proactive
Resilient and results driven, with a hands on approach to ownership
Positive and adaptable to change and shifting priorities
Benefits Include
Life Assurance at 3x annual salary
Enhanced Pension
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle2Work scheme
Holiday Purchase Scheme
Discounted gym membership
meal allowance
If you're an experienced Manufacturing Engineer looking for your next challenge within a fast paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.
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