Production Engineer
Sandwich
Production Engineer
Location - Sandwich, Kent
Salary - Depending on experience
Benefits - 9-day fortnight, profit sharing scheme, rewards and recognition, and more!
Permanent Contract
Do you have a degree in engineering or an apprenticeship in an electro-optical manufacturing setting?
Do you possess knowledge of manufacturing engineering principles?
Our client is a very well-established precision engineering manufacturer whose core of our products are supplied to more than 50 countries. They manufacture and supply an extensive range of cutting-edge precision technology directly to end users and offer a comprehensive capability as a prime supplier. They are looking for a Production Engineer to join their expanding team working at their great manufacturing facility in Sandwich.
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Responsibilities
Manage and establish standards, methods, and procedures for the design, modification, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment (Jigs / Fixtures / Tooling) and processes
Create and communicate production plans, build documentation, and route cards for various engineering projects transitioning from final design to series production
Contribute to shaping the strategy of the Operations Department
Coordinate cross-functional activities across departments to address manufacturing issues during day-to-day operations
Develop and implement best practices to enhance production capacity, quality, and reliability
Support and actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives, as well as provide assistance in New Product Introduction (NPI) and Design for Manufacture (DFM) activities
Take charge of production engineering responsibilities related to Transfer of Technology (ToT) projects
Conduct customer and supplier visits by car as needed, requiring a full current driving license
Formulate operating instructions and equipment specifications for production activities
Perform additional tasks and activities as directed by management
Skills and Experience
Ideally educated to Degree level or undertaken an apprenticeship in electro-optical engineering
Keen eye for detail
Results orientated, awareness of the importance of budgets and deadlines, ability to manage work within these constraints
Communication, influencing and interpersonal skills
A full, clean, current driving licence
Ability to Demonstrate a good level of understanding and application of process engineering principles, concepts, practices and standards.
Must be comfortable working in a defence and security sector
Ability to read engineering drawings and understand Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T)
To find out more about the position, please apply and we will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail.
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