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Overall Job Objective

Production Engineering defines and works out how the product will be manufactured/assembled on the production line. In addition to the key manufacturing processes this also includes areas such as design of packaging, ensuring the right quantity of components are delivered and aligned to support the speed of the production line, reviewing efficiencies/equipment and eliminating waste within the manufacturing process to deliver high quality products to clearly defined specifications.

Responsible for implementation of production processes, equipment/maintenance, procedures, leading productivity improvements with project based activities, including new product introduction and manufacturing cell design, improve quality and safety and reduce operating costs.

Principle Responsibilities

Identify manufacturing needs for new products in development.
Design new systems and processes and provide facilities and methods to ensure the cost effective integration of new products or for the improvement of existing ones.
Ensure all product and system requirements are taken into account from the initial design conception to the finished product
A keen awareness and compliance of Health, Safety & Environmental Policies and Legislation.
Input and involvement for all aspects of the facilities management.
Awareness and involvement in all quality accreditations ie IATF 16949, ISO14001, COP, VCA and any others as and when required.
Identification and implementation of engineering best practice methods ensuring that planned and preventative maintenance schedules are adhered to.
Work with sales & marketing departments on product development & market opportunities.
Assist with shop floor layout and cell designs.
Design / Manufacture or source fixtures and tooling for assembly tasks.
Reduce variability in manufacturing processes by providing standard work methods and instructions utilising Poka Yoke methods where feasible.
Ensure product and process quality meets specification requirements.
Develop and maintain strong relationships both internally and externally.
Liaise and coordinate with clients, members of the engineering team and contractors on technical issues.
Support the tender process for equipment to ensure best quality for best price.
Review environmental strategies that impact on future ways of operating and ensure implementation where possible.
Review the use of technological systems and new materials that improve business performance.
Oversee design, debug, installation of machinery and equipment.
Improve manufacturing efficiency by analysing and planning work flow, space requirements and equipment layout.
Plan and organize maintenance and respond to breakdowns when required.
Report down time and possible trends
Support and lead continuous improvement, problem solving and process improvement activities.
Keep up with current and developing engineering trends.
Undertake special projects as required
Attend various meetings and action/communicate instructions.
As required produce written reports and make presentations.
As required support technicians and Design Engineer. Supervise sub-contractors

Personal Attributes/Specification

We are looking for a highly motivated , hands on and dynamic engineer with creativity, enthusiasm, confidence and the drive to make things happen.

You must have a proven technical/engineering management background with an ability to add value, reduce costs and make business improvements. Experiences in areas such as ultra-sonic welding, basic electronics and electro-mechanical assemblies would be beneficial

The successful candidate will ideally possess a minimum qualification of a degree in Mechanical Engineering with proven hands on engineering experience.

Experience of mechanical testing and development coupled with knowledge of IC engine fundamentals would be particularly beneficial.

Some experience with Solidworks or similar software using FMEA and knowledge of DFM & DFA techniques would also be most beneficial.

We want "make it happen" mentality. You'll be the type who can make things happen without the huge resources of a multi-national.

Our "ideal candidate" list comprises :

Knowledge of a wide range of engineering techniques and concepts
Be a good communicator and presenter
Be able to respond well to pressure
Think creatively
Excellent problem solving abilities
Highly self motivated
Ability to interact and cooperate with a wide range of people
Be organised, analytical and methodical
Be proactive and be able to take the initiative
Be well presented with a professional manner
Be persuasive and diplomatic
Have a good business awareness/acumen.
Be able to work within a budget
Possess high integrity
Possess a degree in a relevant technical discipline ideally mechanical engineering.
Possess a relevant qualification or have hands on experience of electrical & ideally electronic assemblies

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