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Are you a skilled Production Engineer with a passion for innovation and excellence? Join our dynamic team in Poole as a Production Engineer - (Assembly) and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of manufacturing within a global engineering leader. We specialize in fluid and motion control across five key sectors: Industrial Automation, Process Automation, Climate Control, Life Science and Fluid Control, and Transport. This is your opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects in Oil & Gas, Nuclear, and Marine sectors while advancing your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
Salary: This position comes with a competitive market-related salary and comprehensive benefits package. Please call Alan for more details on both.
Hours of Work: 37 hours per week.
- Monday to Thursday: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
As a Production Engineer - (Assembly), you will:
- Utilize CAD software to design tooling for assembly, welding, and pressure testing.
- Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) with visual aids to ensure consistency and quality.
- Manage ERP/MRP data, including part numbers, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and production routes.
- Design and validate new production lines to optimize efficiency and output.
- Conduct Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEAs) and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
- Implement lean manufacturing tools such as Kanban, 5S, and SMED to streamline operations.
- Prepare and justify CAPEX proposals for new equipment and technologies.
- Provide technical support to production teams and mentor junior engineers.
- Analyze product costs and address quality issues, including Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and change requests.
- Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations and implement corrective actions.
- Monitor production metrics, identify bottlenecks, and drive productivity improvements.
- Contribute to Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) projects and other engineering solutions.
To excel in this role, you should possess:
- HNC or equivalent qualification in Mechanical/Production Engineering.
- Strong understanding of modern manufacturing methods and principles.
- Proficiency in CAD 3D design for jigs and fixtures.
- Experience with Continuous Improvement (CI) tools such as Value Stream Mapping (VSM), SMED, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Kaizen, and 5S.
- Knowledge of Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Lean Manufacturing, and VAVE principles.
- Excellent communication, project management, and team collaboration skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Project, and Excel.
Your typical day will involve:
- Designing and refining tooling and fixtures to enhance production processes.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and implement SOPs.
- Analyzing production data to identify areas for improvement and implementing solutions.
- Leading team meetings to discuss ongoing projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Providing hands-on support to production teams and mentoring junior engineers.
- Preparing reports and presentations to communicate progress and results to stakeholders.
We value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 25 days of holiday (Christmas Close Down uses up to 3 days from this allocation).
- Up to 8% pension contribution.
- 5x Death in Service benefit.
- ShareSave Scheme.
- Health Cash Plan.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Bippit - Financial Health Check Guidance.
- Onsite physiotherapy and massage services.
- Workwear provided.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Please submit an up-to-date CV to apply for this position. Alternatively, call Alan for a more detailed job specification and additional information about the company.
Join us and be part of a team that is driving innovation and excellence in engineering. Your expertise can make a difference!
