At Highland Spring, we are dedicated to producing the highest quality products while continuously striving for efficiency and sustainability. As we expand our operations, we are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer who will lead initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency, capacity, and quality, driving us toward a zero-defect culture.
What you will do:
* Lead Improvement Projects: Lead improvement projects focused on enhancing manufacturing efficiency, capacity, and product quality using the Six Sigma DMAIC approach
* KPI Improvement: Focus on improving the Right First Time and OEE KPIs and work toward a zero-defect culture by defining and enhancing process capabilities
* Lean Manufacturing: Understanding the HSG 6 Pillars Lean Manufacturing system and work with the operations team to implement lean manufacturing techniques, identifying and eliminating waste throughout the production system
* Efficiency Optimisation: Analyse and plan workflow, space requirements, equipment layout, and logistics to enhance efficiency. Determine optimal process settings, create SOPs and technical standards and train those the operations teams with them
* Systems Integration: Devise efficient systems that integrate workers, machines, materials, information, and energy for optimal production
* Stakeholder Collaboration: Build and maintain strong relationships across production, engineering and technical (quality) teams, ensuring clear communication and feedback
* New Technologies: Help plan and implement new equipment and technologies to boost production efficiency
* Innovation: Continuously seek new and innovative ideas to drive operational improvements across the organisation
What we are looking for:
* LEAN Expertise: Understanding of LEAN principles and other manufacturing theories
* Problem-Solving: Experience using Root Cause Analysis, DMAIC, or similar techniques to resolve issues
* Self-motivation: Proactive and self-driven, able to prioritise tasks and balance short-term challenges with long-term projects
* Project Management: Project management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and manage resources effectively
* Technical Knowledge: Excellent understanding of engineering principles, coupled with a hands-on, practical approach
* Communication: Strong communication skills and the ability to develop and train others on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and best practices
* Team Player: Ability to work independently or as part of a team, unsupervised when necessary
* Health & Safety: Knowledge of Health and Safety law and best practices
If you could be our next Manufacturing Engineer, please apply today! #J-18808-Ljbffr