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Manufacturing Engineer - Defence and Military Systems - Permanent - Attractive - South-West

A Manufacturing Engineer is required to join an International Defence Systems company that designs, manufactures, and supports world leading Military Systems. The successful Manufacturing Engineer will be reporting to the Head of Quality, and the Manufacturing Engineer will improve the end-to-end supply chain quality performance of specific assigned suppliers, internal products, or services.

The Manufacturing Engineer will manage supplier concerns and assist in the leading of APQP activities both internally and external with customers and suppliers. The Manufacturing Engineer will conduct problem resolution and other continuous improvement initiatives and activities. The Manufacturing Engineer will report directly to the Quality Manager

Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for the following:

• Devise and own specific elements of the quality improvement road map.
• Support the implementation and subsequently maintain systems and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100/ISO9001 Quality systems and Quality requirements.
• Lead the implementation of specific, focussed 'Quality Improvement Programmes'
• Use KPI Analysis, FMEA and other relevant tools and techniques.
• Record and generate supplier quality performance figures for the review of Senior Management.
• Supporting the successful implementation of Production Quality Plans for New Product Introduction.
• Reviews and Map processes; support introduction of robust processes by utilising techniques such as PFMEA's and subsequently control the processes using Control Plans, etc.
• Preparation and submission of specific Quality Approval documentation.
• Work closely with Supply Chain Management, Engineering and Programme Management.
• Approving new products and services in line with Company procedures.
• Lead all activities associated with specific non confirming product containment incidents.
• Find root causes to ensure robust and rigorous problem resolution.
• Ensure the supply chain fully confirms and is compliant with the QMS.
• Take part in supplier visits and audits as required.
• Use R & R studies and SPC as the basis for driving on-going process improvements.
• Support design reviews and cost estimation activities, as necessary.
• Where necessary support off site (UK and overseas) visits and manufacturing activities.
• Deliver annual objectives set by functional manager.
• Supervise and co-ordinate subcontract Manufacturing Engineering activities.
• Supervise and co-ordinate Central Inspection priorities and activities.
• Management of gauge calibration.
• Undertake other additional duties that may be required from time to time.

The Manufacturing Engineer should have the following Qualifications Skills or Experience:

• Minimum HNC/Degree in Engineering or Business-related discipline (or equivalent)
• Experience gained in a manufacturing quality or supply chain quality environment.
• Preferable in high volume manufacturing business to set the right standard.
• Experience of Quality Improvement programmes and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience of utilising APQP tools and techniques, PFMEA's, Control Plans and FAI Reports.
• Experience of statistical analysis and tools such as 8D, 5 Why, 6 Sigma, etc
• Knowledge of AS9100 and ISO9001 to comply with company processes.
• A team player with the ability to work on own initiative, and able to influence others.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills and the ability to obtain SC clearance.
• New product development and new product introduction projects experience is desirable.
• Familiarity ITAR and UK export legislation and Experience in the use of industrial MRP or ERP tools.
• Knowledge of TS 16949 and ISO14001 standards optional.

**Security Clearance (SC) will be required due to the nature of the Defence products involved**

Demand for this role will undoubtedly be high, and interviews will be arranged very soon. If you have the right experience and you want to be considered, please apply today. If you have any questions about the Manufacturing Engineer role, please contact Peter Heap at Jonathan Lee Recruitment on 0