Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Engineer

3 weeks ago


Royton, United Kingdom Security Cleared Jobs Full time

If you are passionate about driving productivity and contributing to increasing production rates and cost reduction, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.
Job Title : Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Engineer Salary : Circa £43,000 depending on experience Location : Bolton (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role) Dynamic (hybrid) working : 4 / 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance : Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply.
As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.
The opportunity: An opportunity is now available in the MBDA Continuous Improvement (CI) team.
You will support and lead waste / defect reduction activities that will increase productivity as we drive towards trebling our production rates while reducing our costs.
This role offers the opportunity to liaise with other functions within MBDA, ensuring they are fully aware of all improvement activities that are ongoing within the business.
You will also provide leadership, direction and support across Assembly Operations at all levels of the organisation.
As a CI Team member your main responsibilities will involve: Set up, support and govern CI reviews, ensuring they are robust and sustainable.
Facilitation and running of CI plans to enable the implementation of corrective & preventative actions Supporting root cause analysis for externally supplied detail products Reduce defective issues within the business which include concessions, rework and non-conformances using an 8D / A3 methodology.
Implementation of process controls & process capability based on critical and significant features driven by the customer.
Facilitation of PPS for Root cause analysis within the manufacturing facilities Facilitation of Improvement activities within the manufacturing facility Technical expertise on Lean tool sets and change management Managing improvements into the business What we're looking for from you: Formal technical Engineering/Craft Apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3/TR23/TR21 and formal further education certificate to HNC or equivalent in a relevant subject OR BEng in relevant Engineering or Science Degree As a CI Team member your skills and experience will ideally include: Working in or supporting operations in a fast paced production environment.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to influence teams outside of your direct reporting structure.
The ability to form and maintain productive, working relationships across the functions.
Experience in the use & understanding of Lean manufacturing & Six sigma methodologies Experience in the use & understanding of CI & Quality tools Leading practical problem solving exercises with multi functional teams The ability to produce, maintain and interpret data using structured approach.
Manage projects and or improvement from "cradle to grave" Experience in the use & understanding of Lean manufacturing systems tools and techniques & minitab software.
Having a sound understanding of manufacturing, Logistical and engineering processes Interested?
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Our company: MBDA is a leading defence organisation.
We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations.
We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.
What we can offer you: Company bonus : Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave.
Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
Facilities : Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more... Training and Development : Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities Our Business: We respect new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working.
We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential.
MBDA is proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more... We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.
We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.
Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
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