Manufacturing Engineer

Porvair Filtration Group; Fareham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the filtration industry seeks a qualified manufacturing engineer for a pivotal role in optimizing production systems. The successful candidate will facilitate technical challenges, drive process improvements, and engage with stakeholders to enhance efficiency. Candidates must hold a minimum HNC level qualification, with a preference for those qualified in mechanical or manufacturing engineering.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high precision manufacturing environment required.
• Good understanding of manufacturing and design tolerances.
• Proficient in AutoCAD for 2D or 3D design.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement efficient production systems and processes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to solve manufacturing problems.
• Estimate manufacturing costs and support new product introductions.

Skills

Problem Solving

Manufacturing Tolerances

Process Mapping

Technical Documentation

Lean Manufacturing

Education

HNC or equivalent qualification

Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering or Aeronautics

Tools

AutoCAD

ERP Systems

MS Office

Job description

Porvair Filtration Group

Segensworth, Fareham - Onsite

Salary - Upto £43K based on experience

Core Role:

• Planning and implementation of safe, repeatable and efficient production systems,processes, equipment and facilities.
• Problem solving including consulting with internal and external stakeholders.
• Determining methods, tooling and processes required for manufacture.
• Compilation of manufacturing routings and BOM’s (bill of materials) within the company’s MRP system.
• Use of 3D design software to assist in the design of tooling & assembly aids (machined and 3D printed).
• Produce, update and improve internal manufacturing specifications.
• When required, travel to either supplier or customer sites to assist in technical challenges
• Estimate manufacturing costs including recurring and non-recurring costs
• New product introduction, development and prototyping of parts to ensure successful manufacture.
• Support APQP by facilitating FMEA plans (failure mode, effect and analysis), process flow diagrams and control plans.
• Support business growth through research and implementation of new manufacturing systems (software or technology)
• Provide technical support for production (assembly and machining) when implementing change.

Experience/Qualifications Required:

• Minimum qualification HNC.
• Experience in a high precision manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of manufacturing and design tolerances for assembly and conventional machining.
• Some experience with either metal treatments or unconventional machining
• ERP experience.
• Experienced MS office user.
• AutoCAD 2D or 3D design experience.
• Experience of using process mapping techniques.

Ideal

• Degree qualified either mechanical, manufacturing engineering or aeronautics.
• Aerospace or automotive experience
• Welding knowledge (fusion, resistance or laser welding would be advantageous).
• Technical design and drawing experience.
• Good understanding of mechanical design principles (Not necessarily filtration principles).
• Proficient MRP user.
• Experienced in compilation of technical documentation used in manufacturing.

Expected Behaviors

• To always act in line with company values.
• Demonstrate correct health and safety behaviors and assess risks accordingly.
• Collaborate with all departments to ensure efficient and compliant operation.
• High professional standards when producing work or through written & verbal communication.
• Work ethics to be in-line with industry standards e.g., consciously assess the effects of safety and airworthiness when decision making.
• Proactive attitude towards improvement.

Candidate Profile

• Proactive approach and the ability to work under your own initiative.
• Understanding of different types of non-conformance's (e.g., dimensional, cosmetic, chemical etc.).
• Ability to collect and analyse data from a variety of different sources.
• Interpretation of drawings, technical specifications, and product control documentation.
• Knowledge of product qualification and FAIR requirements.
• Understanding and application of lean manufacturing techniques and processes.
• Passion to drive change in a challenging environment and the ability to solve complex problems.