Manufacturing Engineer

2 weeks ago

Solihull, Solihull, United Kingdom GKN Aerospace Full time

Unlock Your Potential in Aerospace Manufacturing

GKN Aerospace is a leading innovator in the aerospace industry, and we're seeking a talented Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our Manufacturing Engineering Team, you'll play a critical role in supporting our day-to-day operations and driving process improvements to reduce product defects and increase throughput.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide day-to-day support to manufacturing operations, ensuring seamless execution of production plans.
  • Develop and document manufacturing standard work instructions and implementation, driving process efficiency and quality.
  • Lead structure problem-solving projects linked to day-to-day manufacturing issues, demonstrating yield improvement and driving business results.
  • Take responsibility for updating manufacturing documentation to maintain configuration control and manage Point of Introduction activities.
  • Provide concessions/MRB support to steady-state programs and lead improvements to eliminate Customer Escapes by deploying robust Root Cause and Corrective Action.
  • Ensure process compliance with any productivity improvements within the value stream.
  • Manage small capital and tooling projects within the value stream, driving efficiency and cost savings.
  • Coordinate process improvement, cost reduction, and/or defect reduction projects, utilizing Lean Manufacturing techniques and Process Validation, Root Cause Analysis, and Problem-Solving skills.
  • Participate in risk assessments within the value stream and support actions that arise.
  • Develop strong internal relationships with team members and other cross-functionally to support business objectives.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in science or engineering fields (Physics, Chemistry, Aerospace, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering). Associates degree in engineering with 4 years of professional experience in manufacturing may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
  • Three years of experience in a manufacturing engineering environment, with working knowledge in statistical process controls, mechanical engineering drawings, tool design, and manufacturing machinery troubleshooting and maintenance.
  • US Citizenship per ITAR regulations to comply with export compliance and site SSA requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong background/experience in concessions/MRB and providing frontline support to manufacturing operations.
  • Strong demonstrable experience of problem-solving techniques (e.g., 5 Whys, 8D, DMAIC).
  • Bachelor's degree in science or engineering.
  • Experience in process control awareness is preferred.
  • Must be able to obtain/maintain Security Clearance.
  • Good reporting and communication skills on project status and progress, lead effectively at all levels within an organization, and be flexible in your approach.
  • Multi-tasking and dynamic capacity.
  • Ability to use Microsoft Excel for data analysis and other Office suite tools for reporting purposes.
  • Experience working with customer specifications and standards.
  • Additional experience in the application of Lean tools in a production environment.
  • Experience within glass processing and/or laminating industry.

About GKN Aerospace:

GKN Aerospace is a leading innovator in the aerospace industry, committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation and technology. We're proud to be a part of an organization that values diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and we're committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. Join us in shaping the future of aerospace innovation and technology.

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