Baltic Recruitment are delighted to be supporting our market leading manufacturing client with their search for a Production Engineer.
The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.
Job Purpose:
* A key role within the business managing the whole production process, making sure everything runs smoothly and effectively.
* Making key improvements to manufacturing processes throughout the business.
* Full responsibility for a number of manufacturing processes within the business including: CNC Routing, Sheet Metal Fabrication, Welding, Powder Coating and Electrical Assembly.
Key Duties:
* Ownership/Continuous improvement of existing machines/processes.
* Selection of new assembly processes/techniques.
* Specification/Development of new equipment/tooling.
* Defining new and existing production procedures, finding ways to reduce costs and maximise efficiency while maintaining product quality.
* Train staff in new and existing processes.
* Collaborate with design engineers and management in developing new manufacturing processes and technologies.
* Machine/process introduction including: Supplier selection, Ergonomics, PFMEA, Concept Design, Cycle time achievement and reduction, Factory layout, Technical files and operating instructions, Support for production and Maintenance teams.
* Resolving Quality Issues highlighted by shop floor and seeking corrective actions via Purchasing from suppliers as required. Liaise with other departments as required if design or BOM changes are required.
* Generating Installation documents for New Products and SOP's for existing products ideally with ability to work with 3D models to generate literature.
Key Requirements:
* Minimum of HNC/HND Standard or equivalent.
* Min 5 years' experience in similar industry or some automotive experience preferred.
* Technical background, with hands-on experience in designing and setting up production lines for new processes.
* Software knowledge (MS Office, 2D and 3D CAD, Ideally SolidEdge).
The Package:
* £35,000 - £45,000 per annum depending on experience.
* Paid overtime.
* Working Hours are 9am - 5pm Mon-Fri - can be flexible on this.
* Company Pension.
* 25 days holiday. xcswzye
* 6 month Probationary Period.