Production Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Caerphilly; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Production Engineer to enhance their manufacturing site in Caerphilly. This full-time role involves supporting new product development, creating and maintaining 3D CAD models, and designing jigs and fixtures. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, participating in meetings to implement best practices and drive production improvements. Join a dedicated team committed to quality and innovation, where your contributions will play a crucial role in the success of new products and processes. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Production Engineer with CAD proficiency.
• Comfortable in meetings to implement best practices and improvements.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain 3D CAD models and 2D drawings.
• Collaborate with suppliers on part details and specifications.
• Design and manufacture jigs and fixtures.

Skills

3D CAD Modelling

Engineering Change Requests

DFMEA and PFMEA

ISO9001 Quality Management

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD Software

Job description

Focused Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Production Engineer to join our client's manufacturing site in the Caerphilly area.

The role reports to the Production Engineering Team Leader and involves supporting new product development from the implementation phase into the production environment.

Hours of Work

The position is full-time, working 38 hours per week.

Duties

1. Creation and maintenance of 3D CAD models, including producing 2D drawings.
2. Collaborating with external suppliers on part details and specifications.
3. Designing and manufacturing jigs and fixtures.
4. Participating in progress meetings across various business areas.
5. Designing and creating assembly line layouts as required.
6. Raising and tracking progress of engineering change requests.
7. Implementing corrective actions and product improvements, including cost-saving initiatives.
8. Retesting products to verify improvements and cost reductions.
9. Participating in DFMEA and PFMEA meetings.
10. Maintaining elements of the portal related to the role.
11. Working within ISO9001 Quality Management standards and internal systems.

Overview

To succeed in this role, you should have experience as a Production Engineer, with proficiency in CAD for designing and manufacturing jigs and fixtures. You should be comfortable participating in meetings to implement best practices, corrective actions, and production improvements.

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Focused Recruitment is a multi-award-winning independent agency serving South Wales and the South West. We are committed to working with candidates and clients who share our values, aiming to place the right people into the right roles to support their career goals.