Production Engineer

3 months ago

Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Niftylift Ltd Full time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Production Engineer - Robotics & Automation to join one of the world leading manufacturers of mobile elevated work platforms based at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Milton Keynes. In return, we offer competitive pay rates, overtime premiums, 25 days holiday with service increases, bank holidays, healthcare scheme, 5% contributory pension, a life insurance scheme, and a profit-related bonus scheme.

 

Niftylift Limited is a private UK company, which was founded in 1985 and has achieved sustained sales growth year on year to become one of the world's leading designers and manufacturers of mobile elevated work platforms. With over 75% of our products exported, we have a vast sales and dealer export network across over 40 countries worldwide, supported by 600+ employees in the UK, based across three centres of excellence manufacturing sites.

 

The Production Engineer - Robotics & Automation will explore / research and implement appropriate automation and robotics solutions into our manufacturing facilities in support of the manufacture of the companies existing and new product range.

 

The role is one that is expected to develop and will provide an exciting opportunity for personal development and growth within the company. The role will provide a real contribution to the advancement of the use of automation within the business, and will require an individual who is a fast learner with the ability to work independently as well as within a cross-functional team.

 


The Role in More Detail


Production Engineering Core Tasks:

  • Responsible for the engineering review of all customer orders.
  • Generating / maintaining accurate BOM and works order information on the company manufacturing system.
  • Communicate and support drawing issues / changes with production.
  • Administration of controlled builds and maintaining the accuracy of Manufacturing BOM's.
  • Through liaison with production personnel, review, control and implement effective and efficient improvements to engineering specifications.
  • Responsible for hands-on analysis, problem-solving, and development of all production processes, methods, and engineering specifications.
  • Maximise the effectiveness and efficiency of all operations and engineering specifications.
  • Development of cellular manufacturing / flow line / single piece flow principles through each of the product / supply areas in line with the Company Standards.
  • People / culture development and training in alignment with new methods / practices being introduced. Encourage and facilitate improvements promoted from the employee teams through the use of Total Quality Management techniques;
  • Develop and maintain the practices necessary to achieve excellent standards through 5S and Visual Factory.


Automation Specialist Tasks:

  • Assist with the specification / set-up and commissioning of new robotic equipment & facilities.
  • Responsible for initial program generation and adjustments on existing products.
  • The role involves concept design, planning, sourcing and implementation of automation solutions.
  • Control and monitor company automated weld integrity.
  • Deliver requirements based on control, systems & procedures of all MIG, MAG, GMAW & TIG welding processes and provide technical assistance to all associated departments with welding matters.
  • Integration & implementation of new processes, and drive improvement activities on existing processes.
  • Provide overall direction & control of all MIG/MAG & TIG welding processes, and associated documentation.
  • Development & implementation of internal working standards, documentation & performance reports.
  • Assist in the development & integration of automated / robotic welding processes.
  • Implement & control a stock management system/routine of welding spares.
  • Apply knowledge, understanding & abilities into the training of others.
  • Ensure the automated welding facility meets the requirements of OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001 standards
  • Basic mechanical and electrical repair skills


Qualifications & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Robotics / Engineering or 5 years relevant experience.
  • Good understanding of robotic applications.
  • Robotic programming and maintenance capability.
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma in the manufacturing field preferable.
  • Excellent analytical skills combined with good negotiation and conflict management skills with proficiency in computers would be beneficial.
  • Ability to read engineering drawings.


Characteristics
  • Adaptable to accept new changes in the field of production engineering.
  • Strong organisation, planning and implementation skills.
  • Ability to identify problems and resolve them quickly.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Self-driven with positive attitude.
  • Dedication to accomplishing project and corporate goals.


Working Hours & Salary

Basic working hours are 40 per week, 08:00 - 16:30, Monday - Friday.

Salary up to £50,000 per annum depending on experience.


Benefits
  • Annual bonus (for indication only) based on recent average £500 per annum
  • 25 days holiday (increases with service, up to 30 days), plus bank holidays
  • Store discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Employee Referral Scheme
  • Free on-site parking
  • Subsidised refreshments.
  • Free quarterly company lunches
  • Free family events
  • Health cover scheme for dental, optical etc. (Kids membership included for free)
  • 5% contributory pension
  • Life insurance scheme
  • On-site changing rooms and showers


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