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Overview
Role: Production Engineer
Company: Wabtec Corporation (LH Group, a Division of Wabtec UK Ltd)
Location: On-site at Graycar Business Park, Barton under Needwood, Burton on Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 8EN
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 08:00–16:30, Friday 08:00–13:00
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Role details
The role will initially be split across two sites: Doncaster and Barton-under-Needwood. For approximately the first 12 months, the position will be primarily based at the Doncaster site to support the transfer of work. Following this period, the role will transition to be based at the Barton-under-Needwood site on a permanent basis. Regular travel between both locations may be required during the initial phase.
What will your typical day look like?
* This role will serve as a key link between the Operations and the Engineering teams.
* Ensures the correct interpretation of drawings and technical instructions and takes the lead on communicating issues back and working in conjunction with the engineering team to resolve problems and issues.
* Invests time daily in engaging with the shift operational team to understand production losses and issues, and work with them to resolve.
* Uses industry standard problem solving tools (Lean Manufacturing) to resolve issues.
* Use data analysis to understand production losses.
* Scopes out projects to tackle production losses and leads these to resolve the issues and lock in results.
* Supports the coaching of line operators in developed standards and equipment/line mastery.
* Supports the tender and bid team with production hours and definitions.
* Support the operational excellence team with task profiles and order of tasks.
* Supports the planning function on reviewing planned vs actual task hours along with driving improvement actions.
* Acts on production problems and AAW to provide clarity of instruction.
What do we want to know about you?
* Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree, HNC or HND.
* Formally qualified engineer, ideally with a background in mechanical and electrical disciplines.
* Experience in a fast-paced, changing environment with a large volume of AAW, while meeting customer demand.
* Proven influencer who can get the best out of people and teams at all levels within the business.
* Prior knowledge of rail vehicles and associated systems is desirable, though not essential.
If you don’t have all the above criteria, we’d still like to hear from you as we live our values: always put people first, and strive to expand what is possible.
How to apply
Apply today!
Legal authorisation to work in the UK is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
Note: We do not accept agency candidate submissions without a formalised agreement with Wabtec Talent Acquisition. If you are an agency/third party recruiter and have not been engaged by Wabtec for this search, we do not owe you a fee if you submit a candidate to the applicant tracking system that is ultimately hired.
Who are we?
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail, as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. We are One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services.
Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions. We have approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more: http://www.WabtecCorp.com
Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity
Wabtec is a global company that embraces diversity and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
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