Manufacturing Engineer

Lucy Electric; Thame; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading power distribution solutions provider in Thame seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes and ensure compliance with quality standards. The role involves continuous improvement initiatives and project management. Ideal candidates will have Lean Six Sigma training and proficiency in Microsoft D365. This position may require some travel within the UK and internationally.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Management – Chartered Management Institute (CMI) or Equivalent.
• Lean Six Sigma Trained to Green Belt level.
• Full UK Driving Licence or approved equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate quality control processes and make recommendations for improvements.
• Analyse production processes and provide management with reports.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and repair services.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma Trained

Excellent Proficiency in Microsoft D365

Project Management

Problem solving tool use

Education

Level 3 Management – Chartered Management Institute (CMI) or Equivalent

Level 3 Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Industry 4.0 tools and techniques

Job description

Overview

Internal Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Business: Lucy Electric UK

Location: Thame

Job Reference No: 4178

Job Purpose: The Manufacturing Engineer will conduct manufacturing and process driven opportunities and initiatives towards increased production efficiencies and implementation of system enhancements and Capital Expenditure projects. As the Manufacturing Engineer, you will provide Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives and support alongside various stakeholders and focus groups across Lucy Electric UK & Global manufacturing teams.

Business Overview: Lucy Electric is an international leader in intelligent secondary power distribution products and solutions, with features such as remote operation and monitoring. Linking energy generation to consumption, the business specialises in high-performance medium and low-voltage switchgear for utility, industrial and commercial applications.

Job Context: The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to ensure efficient production of high-quality products. The role involves developing and improving production systems, selecting appropriate machinery and equipment, and ensuring that manufacturing processes comply with safety and quality standards. They will work closely with other engineers, technicians, and production staff to troubleshoot issues, enhance productivity, and reduce costs. Additionally, they will analyse data to identify areas for improvement, manage projects to implement new technologies or processes, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Dimensions: The role will be based in Thame, Oxfordshire, at Lucy Electric’s regional Headquarters, and might require some UK and International travel. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will work closely with the Production Operations Team and various stakeholders and focus groups across Lucy Electric UK & Global manufacturing teams.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate quality control processes and make recommendations for improvements in quality control.
• Analyse production processes, schedules, methods and other data and then provide management with reports containing the data and statistics to enable management to better understand future requirements needed for the manufacturing process.
• Ensure that the company’s manufacturing processes are in compliance with all government laws and regulations.
• Review and calculate labour, material and other production costs along with reviewing schedules and future production requirements to assist management in decision making.
• Analyse and plan workflow, equipment placement and space requirements to improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and repair services and make sure that manufacturer’s procedures and instructions are followed in order to keep production equipment operational.
• Work with and alongside all product teams to ensure work and build instructions are robustly created, maintained and routinely reviewed.
• Work with the Operations team to review and eliminate wastes to reduce product cycle times and increase efficiencies.
• Support Lean Six Sigma activities providing engineering SME advice for Kaizen and Lean Projects.
• Participate in Manufacturing Engineering strategy and planning meetings.
• Contribute towards CAPEX proposals ensuring new technology opportunities are validated from a technical, business and program perspective.
• Manage New Product Introduction, Quality, Leadtime, Cost Reduction and Drive ‘Design for Manufacture’.
• Promote Engineering Excellence within the business, provide coaching and leadership.
• To undertake any other duties and responsibilities as required by the leadership team in order to maintain alignment with company goals and objectives.

Qualifications, Knowledge, And Experience

• Level 3 Management – Chartered Management Institute (CMI) or Equivalent.
• Level 3 Engineering or equivalent.
• Lean Six Sigma Trained to Green Belt level.
• Excellent Proficiency in Microsoft D365
• Experience of Industry 4.0 tools and techniques.
• Project Management experience.
• Problem solving tool use – Ishikawa, Five Whys, Pareto, DMAIC.
• Full UK Driving Licence or approved equivalent.

Behavioural Competencies

• Effective communication skills, at all levels, verbally and via written reports / presentations.
• Ability to lead and/or work in a team, but also responsible for working autonomously with minimal supervision.
• Has a can do and positive attitude and inspires people when collaborating and engaging.
• Effective time management towards time critical projects and deadlines.
• Ability to demonstrate a record of proactive delivery and commitment to meeting deadlines in previous projects.
• Experience working within a Matrix structured organisation, leading small teams and coaching individuals to achieve potential.
• Attention to detail.

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