Industrial engineer

Randstad - Netherlands; Papendrecht; On-site; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent aerospace manufacturing company located in Papendrecht is searching for an experienced Industrial Engineer to lead the industrialization of manufacturing processes. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience, strong skills in Lean methodologies, and a degree in a relevant engineering discipline. This position focuses on ensuring process efficiency and supporting production towards safe, high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in Manufacturing Engineering, preferably in aerospace.
• Ability to influence, build trust, and establish effective relationships.
• Quality driven with strong documentation/reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead industrialization of manufacturing processes from machining to assembly.
• Participate in projects, leading internal and external resources.
• Continuously improve production processes by implementing Lean initiatives.

Skills

Managing product/process introduction

Industry standards knowledge (APQP, control plans)

Fluency in English

LEARN processes knowledge

Machining processes understanding

Documentation skills

Education

Degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Project Management

Job description

We are looking to expand the Manufacturing Engineering team at Fokker Landing Gear, located in Papendrecht, and for this reason, we are looking for an Industrial Engineer to join the Industrialization team.

As an Industrial Engineer at our multi-technology manufacturing campus in Papendrecht, you will play a critical role in leading the industrialization of our manufacturing process starting from machining to special processes and final assembly ensuring efficiency and seamless production of landing gear components. Your contributions will directly support the delivery of unique projects that prioritize the safety of everyone who relies on our products in flight.

Fokker Landing Gear

Fokker Landing Gear, part of GKN Fokker, is a recognized specialist in landing gear and related systems. We focus on the design and development, production and assembly of complete landing gears, as well as the repairand reassembly of systems already in use. In doing so, we work on the most famous aircraft and helicopters; think of the Apache combat helicopter, the F-35 Lightning II (JSF), the Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 and the multipurpose NH90 maritime combat helicopter.

Functie-eisen

• Experience in managing (new) Product / Process introduction (industrialization) & existing production process improvements,
• Degree ina related Engineering discipline, such as Manufacturing, Mechanical, and, preferably, a degree in Project Management,
• 10+ years' experience in Manufacturing Engineering, preferably with some experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment,
• Knowledge of quality, industrial standards (APQP, control plans, etc.),
• Ability to influence people, build trust and establish effective working relationship within a global organization,
• Working knowledge of LEAN processes and practices,
• Working knowledge of quality system models such as ISO9000, AS9100, or D1-9000,
• Quality driven and strong documentation / reporting skills.
• Working knowledge of machining processes (milling, mill-turn, boring, honing) and of surface treatment processes (heat treatment, plating, shot-peen, NDI) would be an advantage.
• Fluency in English, both in writing & speaking.

Competenties

• Responsible for industrial engineering support of manufacturing development and integration for production through:
  • The implementation of industrial layout solutions, from original concept through to production. Design these processes implementing lean tools and methods in accordance with the GKN standard lean tool suite.
  • Accountable for new product quotes and manufacturing system change proposals.
  • Participate in industrialization projects, leading both internal and external (vendor) resources.
  • Manage industrialization projects, leading both internal and external (vendor) resources.
• Exemplifying a safety-first mind-set and ensuring compliance with the GKN Aerospace Health, Safety and Environmental policies and standards.
• Responsible for the development of technical solutions to complex problems within GKN Aerospace, our customers and suppliers.
• Deliver technical support of manufacturing process development and integration for production.
• Utilize root cause analysis, preventative and corrective action to reduce/eliminate non-conformances.
• Maintain positive, team relationships with internal and external customers, as well as co-workers
• Continuously improve production processes by implementing Lean initiatives.