Manufacturing Engineer

1 day ago


High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Oxford Instruments Full time
Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Oxford Instruments is a leading company in the field of high-tech tools and systems for research and industry. We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in High Wycombe.

About the Role:

The primary purpose of this role is to act as a first and second tier production line support function to ensure a quality product is delivered to schedule. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for reviewing and measuring current manufacturing processes, identifying waste, and opportunities for improvement. You will also agree plans and targets with Manufacturing Team Leaders and promote a Continuous Improvement culture through training and coaching of cross-functional teams on process improvement techniques.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Review and measure current manufacturing processes, identify waste, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Agree plans and targets with Manufacturing Team Leaders.
  • Promote a Continuous Improvement culture through training and coaching of cross-functional teams on process improvement techniques.
  • Measure the key business metrics of product yield and wRMA rate.
  • Define and implement projects to improve these and measure effectiveness of the improvements.
  • Champion shop floor Lean/ six sigma programs and initiatives.
  • Establish and implement six sigma standards throughout the manufacturing facility and drive compliance and adherence to these standards.
  • Design shop floor layouts to support new product introduction and process re-engineering of existing products.
  • Determine special purpose and standard tooling requirements to support the manufacture of all products and implement as required.
  • Create and maintain manufacturing shop floor documentation for new and existing products in alignment with company standards and issues identified by Team Leaders.
  • Support vendor cost, quality, and delivery performance in the supply of sub-assembly products and services.
  • Ensure New Product Introductions (NPI) & Engineering change are implemented effectively and both product & processes are productionized and repeatable.
  • Support the Manufacturing Team Leaders and Facilities team in delivering a safe and efficient working environment including 5s principles.
  • Become a process expert for critical business processes and technologies.
Requirements:
  • A degree/HND in Manufacturing and/or Electronics engineering or relevant equivalent experience.
  • Advanced knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques with a proven track record of delivering positive cost, quality, and performance results.
  • Demonstrated ability to utilize structured problem-solving methodologies.
  • Working knowledge of ISO 9000 Quality Management System.
  • Knowledge of Project Management techniques and experience leading cross-functional project teams.
  • Working knowledge of design processes (DFx), new product introduction, and product lifecycle management.
  • Computer literate with experience of using ERP/MRP systems such as production routings and BOM Structures.
  • Knowledge of Mechanical Assemblies, X-ray detection, vacuum systems, or Electron Microscopy. Will be dependent on area of expertise.
What We Offer:

Oxford Instruments offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 12:30 Friday finishes, BUPA private health insurance, dental insurance, group pension, cycle to work, tech and care schemes, as well as give as you earn and option to purchase shares, numerous discounts, and 25 days holiday.

Our Selection Process:

Upon applying, our recruitment team will assess your application against our role requirements. An initial call with our Talent Acquisition partner will take place, to give you some more insight into the role and to gain more understanding of your experience and motivations. Next, we will invite you for an interview, which usually takes place via Teams, with the second interview taking place on-site.



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