We are a leading aerospace engineering company specialising in the design and manufacture of aircraft parts and systems. Due to continued growth and increased workflow we have an opportunity an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to undertake a key role in production on an ongoing contract basis (immediate start available, 6-12 month contract)
You will be an electro/mechanical or mechanical Manufacturing / Production Engineer with proven assembly experience to drive process improvements, lean manufacturing initiatives and NPI activities on site.
As Contract Manufacturing Engineer, key accountabilities will include:
*Identifying areas for process improvements across the shop floor utilising lean manufacturing principals to optimise production processes maximise efficiency and reduce down time.
*Specification, sourcing, procurement and commissioning of equipment to satisfy production needs for current and planned new product manufacturing.
*This will encompass evaluating existing and alternative methods of production in terms of work flow, capacity, types of machinery, plant layout, cost and implementing the most appropriate solutions.
*Providing technical advice and support to shop floor and design / development
*NPI - Working as part of the new product development teams providing guidance on aspects of design for manufacture.
*Responsible for the implementation of new products to production in terms of the production facilities and to effectively manage those aspects of the project to meet cost, specification and time scale requirements.
*Specify and document machine settings, and provide equipment training to the Manufacturing Technicians / Cell Staff where appropriate.
To succeed in this role you will be an HNC+ qualified in an Engineering discipline (or a recognised engineering apprenticeship or equivalent) and have extensive practical experience in an electro-mechanical or mechanical assembly manufacturing environment as a Manufacturing / Production Engineer.
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