Manufacturing Engineer (4) Accrofab Alcester Engineering

Accrofab Ltd; Alcester; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Accrofab Ltd in Alcester, UK, is recruiting a Manufacturing Engineer focused on special processes within the Engineering Department. The role requires experience and a proactive approach to develop skills in a growing organisation.

The candidate will support EHS, Quality, Cost and Delivery objectives, participate in floor walks and daily operations meetings, and drive PFMEA and process improvements across the value stream.

Qualifications

• Two year minimum experience in Laser programming.
• Experience in Automotive / Aerospace, Defence, Power Gen, Medical, Nuclear, Food and Drink sectors.
• Strong engineering competence in sheet metal and fabrications.

Responsibilities

• Support Manufacturing Manager with objectives on EHS, Quality, Cost and Delivery.
• Walk the floor with the team and develop a stand-alone walk the floor routine.
• Attend Daily Operations and Standard Diary meetings and take ownership of ME issues.
• Contribute to EHS Model and PFMEA activities.
• Understand process constraints and improve flow across the ME value stream.
• Create and control manufacturing documentation (setup packs, drawings, SOPs).
• Ensure tooling is designed and available for milestones.
• Project manage solutions with suppliers and customers; audit follow-ups.

Skills

Laser Programming

Engineering competence

Sheet metal and fabrications

Problem solving

Tools

Solidworks

Catia

NX

Job description

We have a vacancy within our Engineering Department and are currently recruiting for the role of Manufacturing Engineer. We are looking for candidates who have relevant and proven experience seeking an opportunity to develop their skills and join a growing Organisation.
Shift Pattern:Day shift - 39 hours per week working 07.30 to 16.30 Monday to Thursday, and 07.30 to 12.30 on Fridays, with designated breaks

Opportunity Summary:

We currently have a vacancy within our Engineering Department for a Manufacturing Engineer focusing on special processes. We are looking for candidates who have relevant and proven experience, seeking an opportunity to join a growing Organisation.

Role Accountabilities:

• Support the “internal customer” (Manufacturing Manager) by sharing agreed objectives on EHS, Quality, Cost and Delivery and participating in the Operational Control model.
• Participate in the Manufacturing Manager and/or Team Leader walk the floor routine and develop a stand-alone walk the floor routine.
• Participate in the Daily Operations meeting and relevant Standard Diary meetings, taking ownership of problems assigned to the ME function for resolution.
• Contribute to the delivery of the EHS Model, by participating in Job Safety Observations and providing technical/process solutions to EHS problems where appropriate.
• Understand the process constraints and operating rules of the value stream covered in the ME role and participate in problem‑solving exercises to improve flow where relevant.
• Create and control (to the correct version) manufacturing documentation such as set‑up packs, stage drawings, work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), etc.
• Take accountability for any actions or milestones across any department/business function that require Manufacturing Engineering support. (e.g., NPDI, Production, Purchasing, Quality, etc.)
• Ensure that all necessary tooling which is required to support a safe, robust and efficient manufacturing process is designed, manufactured and available to support relevant milestones.
• Implement and/or project manage problem solutions through (but not limited to) working with external suppliers, working with customers, proving out improved technologies and programmes, completing Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) activities, etc.
• Participate in internal and external audits, taking account of outcomes from audit processes and working to implement solutions where gaps are identified.

Person Specification:

• Previous experience in Automotive / Aerospace & Defence/ Power Gen, Medical, Nuclear, Food and Drink
• Multi-axis Laser Programming is essential and EDM & Wire Programming desirable..2 year minimum - Laser Engineer / programmer
• 2 year minimum - Laser Engineer / programmer.
• Key skills - Laser Programming, Engineering competence, Sheet metal and fabrications experience.
• Solidworks (Not essential, variants are acceptable, i.e catia, NX)
• Plans, organises and communicates in a timely and coherent manner.
• Approaches problem solving by identifying the root cause and ensures suitable resolution is found and implemented.
• Seeks opportunities to continuously improve and manages the associated change effectively.
• Understanding and alignment to our Values - RISE: Respect, Integrity, Safety & Excellence.

We will be selecting a candidate who is aligned with our RISE Values; Respect, Integrity, Safety & Excellence, and who collaborates well with others to maximise teamworking.

We are an equal opportunities employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact us.