Manufacturing Engineer in PO1

Energy Jobline ZR; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR in Portsmouth seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to design, set up and develop production lines using lean principles aimed at boosting cell productivity. The 6-month contract may extend with potential permanency. Hours are Mon-Fri, 08:00-16:45, £30-£35 per hour PAYE plus holiday pay.

Applicants must have UK rights to work; no sponsorships offered. Responsibilities include CAD modeling, process optimisation, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance across new or modified

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• Experience in medium to high volume production environments.
• Six Sigma Green Belt desirable or proven application.
• Project management experience essential.
• Fluency in English (written & verbal).

Responsibilities

• Generate 3D CAD models to design manufacturing processes.
• Maximize efficiency by analysing layout of equipment, workflow, and workforce utilisation.
• Provide support to manufacturing cells and drive continuous improvement.
• Address HSE issues with proactive solutions.
• Support Engineering Technicians with technical/process matters.
• Ensure new/modified processes and equipment comply with UK Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Six Sigma Green Belt

Lean principles

Team player

Can do attitude

HSE awareness

Project management

Education

HNC or equivalent in Engineering

Apprenticeship in Engineering

Tools

3D CAD

PLC systems

Lean manufacturing tools

Job description

Job Description

Seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Portsmouth to help design, setup and develop production lines / processes utilising lean principles to optimise cell productivity. This project is for 6 months initially, with the plan to extend and ultimately become permanent. Role: Manufacturing Engineer Location: Portsmouth Basis: Contract Hours: Mon-Fri. (08:00 - 16:45) Hourly rate: £30-£35 per hour PAYE only (plus holiday pay in addition)

Please note all applicants must already hold unrestricted rights to live & work in the UK. No sponsorships can be provided, now or in the future.

Main responsibilities

• Generate 3D CAD models to design manufacturing processes in an industrial plant facility.
• Maximize efficiency by analysing layout of equipment, workflow, assembly methods, and work force utilisation.
• Provide support to the manufacturing Cells and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide solutions / improvements to address HSE issues.
• Provide technical / process support to Engineering Technicians.
• To ensure that all new or modified processes, equipment and materials are introduced and used in accordance with UK Health and Safety regulations and Company Procedures.
• To ensure process, equipment and ergonomic risk assessments are completed where necessary.
• To assist the Technician team in determining the correct TPM activities and schedules.
• Procure new or enhance existing equipment, through either in house modifications or third party.
• Occasional supplier visits.

Ideal candidate profile

• 3 years+ experience in Manufacturing Engineering related support or suitable discipline.
• HNC or equivalent in an Engineering discipline, preferably in Mechanical and Production Engineering, or recognised time served apprenticeship.
• Six Sigma Green Belt qualification (or practical application) is desirable.
• Experience in a medium to high volume production environment will be essential, and a proven working knowledge of assembly automation including PLC's is desirable.
• Proven Experience in managing projects is essential.
• Previous experience of managing reporting staff is desirable.
• Can do attitude.
• Team player.
• Proactive in HSE.
• Fluency in English (written & verbal) is essential.

A clear drug screening is required on all successful candidates prior to starting the contract