Manufacturing Engineer Precision

Kingston Barnes Ltd; Stonehouse; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a Manufacturing Engineer with a precision manufacturing background to join a dynamic team in Gloucestershire. This role involves optimizing manufacturing processes, implementing lean principles, and managing projects to enhance operational efficiency. You will be at the forefront of driving improvements in production workflows, ensuring quality and safety standards are met, and collaborating with a team of engineers and contractors. If you are passionate about problem-solving and eager to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in manufacturing or production engineering is essential.
• Candidates must have a precision manufacturing background.

Responsibilities

• Optimize processes and implement improvements for operational efficiency.
• Manage projects to enhance machine shop performance and reduce costs.

Skills

Problem-solving ability

Teamwork skills

Project management skills

Knowledge of manufacturing processes

Familiarity with manufacturing equipment

Commitment to health and safety standards

Education

Experience in manufacturing or production engineering

Precision manufacturing background

Tools

CAD

MS Office

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer Precision

Are you a Production or Manufacturing Engineer from a Precision Manufacturing background looking for an exciting opportunity in Gloucestershire?

Then get in touch! Kingston Barnes has an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer for one of our clients in Gloucestershire.

The Role:

1. Process optimization and continuous improvement to drive operational efficiency.
2. Project manage improvements and initiatives to improve machine shop OEE, recovery hours & reduce NCRs & tooling cost.
3. Evaluating manufacturing processes and testing new and existing production procedures.
4. Developing effective automated and non-automated systems.
5. Problem-solving challenges in the manufacturing process, new product introductions, optimize CNC programs and routings.
6. Review/write standard operating procedures to keep the machine shop updated on the latest safe & efficient processes on metal cutting.
7. Evaluate manufacturing processes to improve quality, efficiency, and speed.
8. Introducing lean manufacturing principles to eliminate waste and streamline workflows through set up reductions, machine cutting parameter & tooling reviews.
9. Study production and machine requirements for new parts.
10. Develop and test effective automated and manual systems.
11. Design, install, and project manage new Capex equipment.
12. Organize and manage manufacturing workflows and resources.
13. Integrate disparate systems (e.g. equipment handling, transport).
14. Resolve issues and delays in production.
15. Find ways to reduce costs and maximize quality.
16. Train staff in new and existing processes.
17. Collaborate with other engineers, contractors, and suppliers.
18. Ensure that manufacturing procedures follow safety and environmental regulations.
19. Upgrade systems and processes with new technology.
20. Interface between operations and engineering on manufacturing issues, ensuring corrective actions are made as quickly and economically as possible and facilitating effective root cause analysis and implementation of actions to prevent recurrence.

Qualifications and Experience

1. Knowledge of manufacturing processes, fabrication methods, and tool design.
2. From a precision manufacturing background.
3. Familiarity with manufacturing equipment and quality assurance techniques.
4. Commitment to health and safety standards and environmental regulations.
5. Well-versed in relevant software (e.g. CAD, MS Office).
6. Project management skills.
7. Problem-solving ability.
8. Teamwork skills.
9. Proven experience in manufacturing or production engineering.
10. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position.