Principal Manufacturing Engineer

MBDA S.A.S.; Bolton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation in Bolton seeks a Manufacturing Engineering Support role. Responsibilities include supporting engineering teams, managing audit strategies, and leading process improvements. The ideal candidate has a relevant degree and experience with ERP systems. The company offers a bonus, pension contributions, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Company bonus: Up to £2,500

Pension: up to 14%

Paid overtime

Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave

Qualifications

• Experience of product development lifecycles and ERP systems.
• Degree or HNC with Apprenticeship to NVQ level 3 in a relevant subject.
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Generate and distribute KPI reporting packs.
• Lead Continuous Improvement initiatives.

Skills

Collaborative nature

SAP data interpretation

Analytical problem solving

Manufacturing knowledge

Process improvement

Education

Degree or HNC with Apprenticeship to NVQ level 3

Tools

ERP systems

SAP

Job description

Overview

You will be responsible for supporting the wider Manufacturing Engineering function and working alongside your counterparts in the other functional areas to create cross functional process fit for today\'s working practices. You will also be responsible for defining and managing audit strategies in line with the master data policy, working with the Manufacturing Engineering and Planning teams to drive improvements and standardisation while maintaining accurate Master Data. The opportunity also allows an individual to grow their knowledge within manufacturing as part of development into future opportunities.

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Responsibilities

• A strong collaborative nature, supporting engineering and the wider manufacturing team
• Use of SAP to extract, understand and interpret data and communicate cause and effects based on actions/ decisions taken
• Review of Engineering process to ensure they align across the business and support the delivery of a robust MRP output
• First line support for daily issues
• Generating and distributing KPI reporting packs
• Generation and execution of auditing strategies for master data including material masters, BOMS and routings
• Lead and support Continuous Improvement initiatives to ensure the area of responsibility is continually developing to improve efficiency
• Development, maintain and control technical interfaces to customers, suppliers and collaborators to ensure effective and swift resolution of technical issues
• Support process FMEA and process capability proving
• Experience of product development lifecycles and ERP systems; SAP experience is beneficial
• Analytical approach to problem solving with attention to detail
• Good Manufacturing knowledge achieved through experience and understanding of industry best practice
• Ability to influence across a team of functional professionals and a proven track record of managing and implementing process improvements

Qualifications

• Degree or an HNC with Apprenticeship to NVQ level 3 in a relevant subject
• Experienced in the use of ERP systems; SAP beneficial
• Experience of the product development lifecycles
• Experience in using ERP systems; essential
• Analytical and detail-oriented problem solver
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions

Benefits

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave; enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility treatments
• Facilities: Subsidised meals, free car parking and more