Manufacturing Engineering Manager

4 weeks ago


Norwich Norfolk, United Kingdom MSI - Defence Systems Limited Full time

JOB TITLE: Manufacturing Engineering Manager

SALARY: Competitive

HOURS: 37½ hrs per wk Mon – Thurs 0815 – 1700/ Fri 0815 – 1245 (half day Fridays)

Are you an experienced and enthusiastic Manufacturing Engineer looking for a new and challenging role?  Are you ready to take the lead in shaping the future of our site’s production processes and procedures?

We are actively seeking a highly skilled and driven individual to join our team as a Manufacturing Engineering Manager. Interested to find out more, then please read on

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Our brand new Manufacturing Engineering Manager position will be involved in the implementation of production processes, equipment and procedures, leading productivity improvements with project-based activities. Projects will include a new product introduction and manufacturing cell design to reduce waste, improve quality and safety, and reduce operating costs.

The ideal candidate will be a high calibre leader with the ability to drive change to meet our long-term growth plans. It would suit an individual who is proactive and can work under their own initiative, as well as collaborating with various other departments within the business, instilling best practice in manufacturing engineering activities.

Main responsibilities are as follows:

  • Manage the governance and review processes to ensure that Manufacturing Engineering aligns and supports across the product design, manufacture, test and in-service support phases of the product life cycle
  • Project management of operational improvement projects
  • Identify business improvement opportunities within the organisation and use appropriate LEAN tools such as including root cause analysis
  • Develop manufacturing solutions to meet growing volumes in a high mix production environment
  • Support operations with solving problems that affect production delays
  • Identify methods for assessing the capabilities of processes
  • Develop and maintain required controlled processes, documentation and business systems
  • Support the development of a risk-based approach to product and business improvement utilising PFMEA where applicable
  • Conduct manufacturing safety risk assessments for any new equipment, assembly aids or processes introduced
  • Develop, implement, and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensure they are met
  • Develop alternative production methods for existing components using LEAN tools and techniques
  • Value engineering on products and processes to reduce costs
  • Provide manufacturing support and expertise on new product/process introduction programs, overcoming technical issues that may impede output

ABOUT THE PERSON:

The ideal candidate for this role must be able to demonstrate the below attributes and skillsets:

  • Degree in manufacturing, industrial, or mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
  • Extensive experience in production or manufacturing engineering in a quality critical environment
  • Experience in effective project management
  • Critical thinking ability to evaluate product and process designs and propose improvements
  • Experience in lean/ continuous improvement principles; 5S, FMEA, VSM, Process flow, A3 Problem solving, etc.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • IT skills, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and Microsoft project
  • Experience in use of CAD packages
  • Electrical knowledge and/or testing would be beneficial

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and be a part of a company that values your skills and contributions, we encourage you to apply for our brand new role today by contacting recruitment@msi-dsl.com .

  • MSI-Defence Systems Ltd
    Salhouse Road
    Norwich
    Norfolk
    NR7 9AY
    United Kingdom
  • MSI-Defence Systems US Inc.
    1298 Galleria Boulevard
    Rock Hill SC29730
    USA
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