Manufacturing Engineer

6 days ago


High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Oxford Instruments Full time
About the Role

Oxford Instruments is a leading company in the field of high-tech tools and systems for research and industry. Founded in 1959, we specialize in the design, manufacture, and support of various scientific instruments and solutions, used in diverse areas such as materials science, nanotechnology, and industrial applications. Our company has played a significant role in advancing scientific knowledge and technological progress through our cutting-edge instruments and solutions.

Job Summary

The primary purpose of our Manufacturing Engineers is to act as a first and second-tier production line support function to ensure a quality product is delivered to schedule. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for reviewing and measuring current manufacturing processes, identifying waste, opportunities for improvement, and agreeing improvement targets. You will also 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, opportunities for improvement, and agree improvement targets.
  • Measure the key business metrics of product yield and wRMA rate. Define and implement projects to improve these and measure the 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, including work instructions, inspection checklists, and other quality system documents.
  • Support vendor cost, quality, and delivery performance in the supply of sub-assembly products and services. Support Team Leaders in the communication of performance issues to vendors and demonstrate improvements delivered.
  • Ensure New Product Introductions (NPI) and Engineering Change are implemented effectively and both product and 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. Openly share knowledge and experience with colleagues and provide training and guidance for other engineers.
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.
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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