The Company: With innovation and engineering at the heart of our business, Amphenol Ltd (ALTD) has been at the forefront of using the latest technologies and practices for over 50 years to meet the needs of interconnection in a variety of applications. As part of the Amphenol Corporation - a leading global interconnect Fortune 500 specialist company, ALTD is continuing to grow and significantly investing in the future. Based in Whitstable Kent, ALTD has maintained its status as a market leader in the Aerospace and Military industries and growth targets remain on track as part of our strategic plan. With c230 employees across a wide range of disciplines, our end-to-end manufacturing capabilities provide endless opportunities for our employees to grow their career and professional experiences. More information on the job vacancy you have selected is available below, however if you have any additional questions please contact the HR Department on 01227 773200 or email HRamphenol.co.uk: The Vacancy: Purpose of the role To support the Manufacturing Engineering Team Leader, whilst playing an active role in the development of the quality engineering function, supporting customer requirements. Duties and responsibilities Support in product/process design and development activity. Take team member role in ensuring risk analysis are complete, ensure all product risks are identified using DFMEAs, PFMEAs, APQP and Capability Studies and other risk management techniques. Access and maintain technical documentation using a PDM system. Able to read complex drawings and apply/interrogate product specifications. Develop policies, procedures, and methods to check product, material, components and/or operational quality. Develop and implement technically complex methods and procedures for process control, process improvement, testing and inspection to ensure that the products are free of flaws and function as designed. Perform QMS and product audits against ISO9001 and AS9100, identifying actions to develop, assure, and maintain the quality of products and processes. Complete FAI reporting of products. Complete relevant forms to customer requirement and perform approval of reports. Perform concern investigation and comply fully with resolution process. Support supplier / process / customer quality improvement activities: Interface with supplier quality representatives concerning quality problems, ensure that effective corrective actions are implemented, and support development of supplier quality improvement programs where required. Support issue resolution for factory operations group. Interface with customers to assess and address concerns and complaints. Perform root cause analysis of reported concerns and defective products. Determine trends and recommend corrective actions. Carry out such other duties that may be reasonably requested. Person Specification Qualifications Essential: HNC or above level qualification in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Desirable: Time served in a similar manufacturing environment Experience Essential: Ability to read technical drawings and work with specification documents Experience of supporting DFMEA/PFMEA Experience of AS9100 and related specifications Experience using measuring equipment Experience of dealing with production problems. Applying robust corrective actions to ensure the product is produced to the desired quality Root cause analysis and 8D problem solving Desirable: Use of CAD with an understanding of PDM and product life cycle software Previous experience working in a Mechanical Process Engineer role within a manufacturing or Process Engineering environment Previous experience using MRP systems Product verification (FAIR) Technical Knowledge Essential: Mechanical bias knowledge with some electrical skills An understanding of the NPI process and quality tools used to eliminate risk during manufacture. Practical problem solving skills, including understanding manufacturing processes and solving issues on the shop floor to create robust countermeasures Desirable: APQP and PPAP activity Amphenol product knowledge Knowledge of connectors Skills and Competencies: Essential: Ability to accurately update and improve documentation, both written and electronically, in line with company procedures Good communication skills Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently Working knowledge of Microsoft packages The Benefits: Group Personal Pension Plan Life Assurance Employee Assistance Programme Company Sick Pay Cycle to Work Scheme Subsidised Restaurant facility Free onsite parking To be considered for this position please click the 'Apply now' button, and thank you for your interest in Amphenol LTD. Other details Pay Type Salary Apply Now Amphenol Ltd - Whitstable, Thanet Way, Whitstable, Kent, United Kingdom