Aluminum Manufacturing Engineer

2 weeks ago


Northamptonshire UK, East Midlands, United Kingdom TXM Recruit Full time

TXM Recruit are supporting a market leading production business in Northampton


Reporting to the Aluminium Manufacturing Manager, the responsibilities for this new role include implementation of production processes and procedures, leading productivity improvements with project-based activities, including new product introduction and manufacturing cell design to reduce waste, improve quality and safety, and reduce operating costs. Manages KPIs and ensure preventative actions are taken to maximise success. Design fixtures and tooling where required to ensure repeatable processes can be achieved.Assist with shop floor layout and cell designs, generate production documentation to include PFMEA, CP, process instructions (SWES). Introduce and monitor SPC at key/critical points of the process. Ensure product and process quality meets specifications required.


Background and Experience - Must have:

Experience in aluminium brazing techniques (CAB and Vacuum) and materials both metal and fluxes i.e. nocolok (5 years+ experience preferred)

A good understanding of manufacturing processes

Proven experience in the use of lean tools and techniques, with strong problem-solving skills

The ability to present data effectively

Knowledge in the use and control of business metrics (OEE, COPQ, DLE, TAKT, Cycle Times etc.)

A good team working ethic


Background and Experience - Desirable:

Metallurgy or metallurgical experience

Capital expenditure forming

6 Sigma trained

Proven project management skills


Qualification/Education required:

Relevant manufacturing/engineering degree preferred, A Levels, ONC, City & Guilds level 3, BTEC National Diploma Level 3, IVQ Technician Diploma, or equivalent NVQ level 3 qualification

Experience of FMEA (Failure Mode Effects Analysis), Kaizen/A3 (continuous improvement and problem solving) process improvement and Poka Yoke (error proofing) techniques

Understanding of design and production cost on include waste, downtime, scrap and rework


Key Skills/Competencies/Personal Attributes:

Organised and able to prioritise and plan effectively

Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines

An organised and self-motivated team player with a positive can-do attitude

Willing to learn new skills and embrace change

Willingness to work flexibly

Good communication and presentation skills



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