Job Description

Our future depends on making what we do more accurate and mastering how we can do it faster! If you are up for the challenge, then we want you!
We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer who will be responsible for supporting continuous Improvement and best practice within our Machine Shop, NPI process and Supply Chain. The role will involve working with all stakeholders both internal and external to maximize efficiency ensuring a cost down and high-quality approach.
To work closely with Research & Development on "Design for Manufacture" to ensure that new products are implemented to best practise using the features on our core machine tools and to drive best practice during production implementation. Introduce standard operating procedures for all aspect of production and ensure process capability whist driving quality throughout
Supporting in making "Make or Buy" decisions on new components
Work on projects using Lean Manufacturing techniques to improve new and existing products, reducing costs, improving the process and quality to agreed time scales and within budget
Provide technical support for our production teams to ensure product quality and operational efficiency are maintained
Support continuous improvement activities utilising the latest lean techniques to drive process improvement and operational objectives, analyse and eliminate root cause of manufacturing issues to reduce costs, improve efficiencies and improve quality
Implement 'Standard work', generating & maintaining manufacturing documentation (SOP's, Routings,)
Investigate new technology for present and future business needs. Identify and implement best practise machine tools and tools to make significant step changes to manufacturing efficiency. Justify capital expenditure as required
Essential:
Minimum degree qualification, ideally educated to BSc or MSc or equivalent in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
Experience of:
Working closely with Manufacturing cells and Research & Design
Using problem solving techniques
Delivering quality based solutions for customers
Technical & problem-solving experience in an electro-mech and manufacturing environment
Good time management with a track record of planning / managing projects
Significant IT skills, Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel at Intermediate level
Team player, able to work in a concurrent engineering team
Self-motivated and takes ownership with a proactive approach with the ability to work independently, maintain team communication
Handles pressure well, with a flexible approach to work and a willingness to learn and develop
Desirable:
Knowledge of Navision ERP/MRP system
Prototyping experience
CNC Machine tool operation and programming skills
Metrology Experience
SolidWorks CAD/CAM experience
SolidWorks Manage experience
Required personal attributes:
Efficiency - Able to produce significant output with minimal wasted effort
Honesty/Integrity - Does not cut corners ethically. Earns trust and maintains confidence. Does what is right. Speaks plainly and truthfully
Follow through on commitments - Lives up to verbal and written agreements
Attention to detail - Does not let important details slip through the cracks or derail a project
Flexibility/adaptability - adjusts quickly to change priority and conditions. Copes effectively with complexity and change
Enthusiasm - Exhibits passion and excitement over work. Has a can-do attitude
Worth Ethic - possess a strong willingness to work hard and sometimes long hours to get the job done. Has a track record of working hard
High standards - Expects personal performance to be nothing short of the best
Listening skills - Lets others speak and seeks to understand their viewpoints
Communication - speaks and writes clearly and articulately without being over verbose or talkative
Teamwork - reaches out to peers and cooperates with managers to establish overall collaborative working relationship.
Benefits:
When you join Taylor Hobson, we're committing to your future career. That's because we believe in developing our people's skills and promoting them internally. We offer you the following:
Competitive salary and 28 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
Mentoring and guidance for accreditation - IMechE, MIET, CPhy
Continuous training provided using world class manufacturing tools and equipment
1pm Friday finish - Fun, relaxed, supportive working environment
Perkbox - Corporate discounts, GP service & 24-hour Employee Assistance Program
Active sports and social club including annual Christmas party and social events
Free onsite parking and easy access to the city centre
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.
AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 21,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit www.ametek.com for more information.

Skills Required