Delkia provides specialist CE&I/C&I engineering and technology for safety‑related, mission‑critical systems in nuclear and defence. We deliver assured design, consultancy, systems integration, digital engineering, build‑to‑print, control panels and complex system support. Our sister company, SyntheSys Defence Systems, adds secure data links, communications, networks, testing and training across regulated sectors and domains worldwide.
Production Engineer Manager
Location: Haydock, St Helens (4 days per week in the office)
Job type: Permanent
Contracted hours: Full time – 36hrs per week (4 days Monday – Thursday)
About the role
Overview of the role
We are currently searching for an experienced Production Quality Engineer to lead our production department. You will ensure that products or services meet certain required quality standards, supervise the production process to guarantee that all our products meet quality expectations.
What you’ll be responsible for
· Continual improvement of the Quality Management System in the context of ensuring key production processes, procedures and documentation are in place to comply with national, industry and customer specific standards.
· Work into the Engineering Delivery Manager (Defence) and support the Engineering Delivery Manager (Nuclear)
· To fully support, both the customer and accreditation body audits as well as coordinating any resulting conformance observations
· Handling various enquiries in relation to production quality related matters from internal and external stakeholders and support customer and supplier visits as necessary.
· Maintain, improve and drive forward shop floor processes by promoting and enforcing compliance.
· Represent the production quality department at internal and off-site meetings as required, may include supplier audits.
· Liaise with other departments to ensure delivery of conforming products to our customers.
· Lead problem solving and continuous improvement activity within the production setting.
· Develop and maintain relationships with key customers, suppliers and approval authorities.
· To support in the introduction of any accreditations deemed necessary to reach Delkia’s strategic direction
· To identify and highlight opportunities for improvement in day-to-day activities
· To work closely with all other departments to ensure cohesion and synergy between teams to achieve quality product to the customer on time
About you
What you’ll bring
· Strong academic qualifications in engineering (ideally EC&I, process, mechanical, systems or integrated engineering).
· Proven experience of working in a Quality environment, specifically electrical and mechanical production facilities.
· Solid understanding of Quality Management Systems.
· Proficient in the use of quality core tools around APQP
· Knowledge of AS9100, ISO9001 and Lean Sigma tools would be an advantage.
· Experience in problem solving and investigation methods such as; 8D, CAPA, 5-Whys.
The Person
We believe that recruiting is not just about finding people who can demonstrate the right skills – if you can demonstrate those we would also like to see:
· a can-do attitude with a positive approach to problem solving
· excellent attention to detail and accuracy in all areas of their work
· application of our core values in your everyday working life:
o collaboration and teamwork
o integrity, trust and accountability
o safety and security
o client focused
o positive social value and impact
o continuous improvement
What we offer
In return, you’ll enjoy the following benefits:
Ways of Working
· 36 hours full time working
· 4 day working week (Monday to Thursday)
Time Off
· 23 days holiday, plus 3 discretionary days to cover the Christmas closedown period (plus bank holidays)
· Option to purchase up to 36 hours additional holiday
· Birthday day off (in addition to your holiday entitlement)
· 1 STEM Day per year
Other benefits
· Healthcare cash plan – allowing you to reclaim the cost of everyday healthcare
· Employers pension contributions of 5%
· Cycle to work scheme
· Professional membership fees (if required for your role)
· Free onsite parking
· Free refreshments and fruit in the workplace
Next Steps
If this is the right role for you and you’re ready to join our team, please apply in writing with your CV and a covering letter giving us a little more information about yourself, your situation and why you consider yourself to be the right person for this role. We look forward to hearing from you.
Security and Vetting
We take the security requirements of our industry, client and customers very seriously so before joining the team you’ll be required to undertake several checks. Depending on your role, you may be subject to UK national security vetting restrictions. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK and satisfy requirements for national security vetting clearance as appropriate to the role applied for.
Equal Opportunities
We believe in equality, diversity and inclusion and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. If you require any reasonable adjustments during any part of the application process, please get in touch to discuss.
Confidentiality
All applications received will be dealt with in the strictest of confidence and restricted to those involved in the recruitment process.
Note to Agencies
Delkia has a commitment to sourcing candidates directly and as such we do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. Please note that any unsolicited CVs submitted will be deemed as gifted to Delkia and any terms & conditions associated with the use of such CVs will be null and void.