Manufacturing Engineer: Zero-Defect, Lean & Growth-Driven

Qabird; Papendrecht; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite with occasional hybrid model

8% holiday allowance

40 holidays per year (Metalektro CL)

Pension PME and travel allowance

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

GKN Aerospace is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support both operational and development programs. You will develop robust manufacturing processes, drive zero-defect execution, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

You will lead production planning, support product development, and own end-to-end process responsibility in the manufacturing area, ensuring quality and process efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical) with at least 3 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Familiarity with AS9145 APQP process or equivalent.
• Knowledge of quality system models such as ISO9000, AS9100, or D1-9000.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a safety-first mindset and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Develop technical solutions for manufacturing processes for customers and suppliers.
• Provide technical support for manufacturing process development and production integration.
• Apply root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions to eliminate non-conformances.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead Lean manufacturing initiatives to drive continuous improvement.
• Develop process solutions for complex products and lead production planning to full-rate production.
• Own end-to-end process responsibility for the assigned manufacturing area.
• Maintain and update process documentation and oversee tooling, machinery, and material flow.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

APQP knowledge

Quality systems

English fluent

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

GKN Aerospace is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support both operational and development programs. You will develop robust manufacturing processes, drive zero-defect execution, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

You will lead production planning, support product development, and own end-to-end process responsibility in the manufacturing area, ensuring quality and process efficiency.