Job Description

Job Title: Production Engineer

Location: Volution Group plc, Dudley, UK

Reports To: Operations Director

Hours of work: Monday - Thursday 8am - 4.30pm, Friday 8am - 1.30pm (37.5hrs pw).

Who are we?

Volution Group plc

is a leading provider of ventilation solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. We pride ourselves on our innovation, commitment to sustainability, and dedication to quality.

Position Overview:

The

Production Engineer

will support all manufacturing areas with analysis and cost-effective improvements to our production processes helping to support the improvements in efficiencies, elimination of waste, production quality and lead times, along with working to build cross functional links and strong communication channels throughout the departments.

Key responsibilities:

Identify and implement changes to the business, facilities, and manufacturing systems and processes to improve efficiency, eliminate waste and improve quality and lead times. Proactively define, implement and refine the production processes, layout and facilities, and other sites as needed. Define production processes for new products, including the assembly process, layout, facility, & designing, producing or purchasing tooling & test equipment. Work collaboratively with all departments involved to achieve an effective process; purchasing, manufacturing, R&D, Technical etc. Ensure production processes are safe by design and are being followed, in line with safety regulations and good practice. Investigate advanced manufacturing techniques and technology to recommend investment and changes to production processes. Create production work instructions. Support production to identify skills required to deliver the production processes. Manage the costs for new products during the development phase, through to production startup To assist in the design, installation, repair and procurement of production test equipment Undertake preliminary investigations into quality and technical issues, and assist in the appropriate, implementation corrective actions process Ensure production tooling conforms to the required specifications Own master data relating to production timings in the operating system.

Skills & Qualifications:

Qualification or degree in an Engineering based discipline (or equivalent) Proven experience in mechanical engineering and electrical engineering Experience in the manufacture of electro mechanical assemblies in high volume environments. Experience in production / process engineering Demonstrate knowledge of continuous improvements such as 5s and kaizen knowledge and understanding of SPC, Six Sigma, OEE and lean systems CAD - SolidWorks, Com Excellent communication skills Proactive Provide a solution driven approach

What We Offer:

Competitive salary Annual leave - 25 days plus bank holidays Pension - auto-enrolment after 3 months of service Boost Works - discount/ cash back platform for supermarkets and high street retailers Health Assured - Employee Assistant Programme Employee Referral Scheme - receive up to 500 Quarterly Volution Values Award - 100 if nominated
You can learn more about us here:

https://www.volutiongroupplc.com

Equal opportunities:

All current employees and potential employees are provided equal employment opportunities by Volution Group Plc.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Referral programme
Application question(s):

Do you have any current or future visa sponsorship requirements? Yes / No. What is your notice period? What are your salary requirements?
Work Location: In person

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