In the UK, Safran Seats specialises solely in the First Class and Business Class seating markets for wide body aircraft, with industrial and engineering teams in Cwmbran and Newport, Wales and Brackley, England. The purpose of this role is to provide engineering support to production and assembly activities by improving manufacturing processes and supporting new product introduction. You will work closely with design, operations and quality teams to ensure products are manufactured efficiently, to cost and to a high-quality standard.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide engineering support to production and assembly lines.
* Design new systems, equipment and processes for the introduction of new products or the improvement of existing ones.
* Facilitate problem‑solving activities, identify and eliminate non‑value‑adding activities.
* Maintain Bills of Materials within the ERP system.
* Review engineering drawings and process ECRs.
* Manage operations configuration tracking.
* Support production readiness reviews.
* Assist with ergonomic workshops.
* Raise and maintain necessary documentation to incorporate design changes.
* Support operations departments with operator training and development.
* Implement and maintain 5S and safety standards.
* Keep up to date with current and developing trends in the manufacturing industry.
* Undertake other reasonable duties in line with business needs and objectives.
Benefits
* 33 days holiday (including bank holidays).
* Industry‑leading pension scheme with salary sacrifice employer contributions up to 10%.
* Private medical cover (to include Digital GP and rapid‑access physio with no excess) with ability to upgrade level of benefit and cover family members.
* Access to salary sacrifice benefits scheme including cycle‑to‑work and Octopus EV Scheme.
* Life Assurance (4×).
* Interactive benefits platform including a wide range of discretionary benefits (technology, retail benefits, income protection).
* Enhanced family‑friendly policies and benefits (enhanced maternity and paternity leave).
* Employee assistance programme.
* Annual share save schemes.
* Option for hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
* Opportunities for career advancement and personal growth.
* Support through Safran University and our internal Training and Development Schools.
* Corporate social responsibility activities (sustainability initiatives, charity and fundraising, volunteering days, or supporting STEM activities at local schools and colleges).
Qualifications
* HNC or higher qualification in a relevant engineering discipline.
* Experience in a manufacturing engineering environment.
* Knowledge and application of lean manufacturing principles.
* Experience manipulating and viewing 3D CAD data to extract information.
* Ability to interpret 2D drawings.
* Knowledge of Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
* Knowledge of design for assembly/manufacture methodology.
* Computer literate with a good working knowledge of MS applications and MRP systems (preferably BaaN).
* Excellent problem‑solving skills with a continuous‑improvement mindset.
* Strong team player with good communication skills and the ability to liaise with stakeholders.
Company Values
* We believe in and promote diversity and inclusion as key values across our business.
* We develop our colleagues’ skills and build opportunities so you can shape our future.
* We create a trustworthy workplace to support you, as you dare to act and innovate.
* We encourage collaboration and mutual support for you and your colleagues.
We are committed to building a workforce that is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We want to attract the best applications from people of all backgrounds and under‑represented groups because we strongly believe in adding value through diversity and inclusion. Our employees enable us to deliver services that are accessible and inclusive. As part of our commitment with Disability Confident Employers, we may offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. We strive to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment. We are committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Safran Seats an inclusive place to work.
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