Product and Process Engineer
Posted 11 hours ago
- Merthyr Tydfil, Mid Glamorgan
- Permanent
- Sponsored
- Expires In a month
Thrive Oldham is recruiting on behalf of their well established client in the Merthyr area a Product and Process Engineer.
REPORTING TO: Engineering Manager
DIRECT REPORTS: N/A
KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Implementing controlled process improvements that enhance performance of either product and/or process and improve the customer experience.
Working closely with the business team to understand the cost and value proposition of products.
Project manage utilising the skill resource of the technical team, multiple development projects, whilst understanding and meeting required deadlines.
Identifying opportunities to improve process performance, reduce waste, and cost reduction.
Monitoring data to identify trends where continuous improvement projects can deliver sustainable improvements.
Ensure appropriate controls and approval processes are strictly enforced for process changes.
Utilize appropriate tools to manage and track transformations and their impact.
Ensure root cause analysis is completed where appropriate and appropriate corrective measures are implemented.
Drive the continuous improvement strategy onsite including delivery of measurable improvements in efficiency and cost saving.
Provide support to operations team to identify trends in performance, leading to opportunities to predict future improvements and opportunities.
Project manage utilising the skill resource of the technical team, multiple development projects, whilst understanding and meeting required deadlines.
Act as a subject matter expert for process design, material flow and layout.
Act as key interface with client on development projects and issues.
Always work collaboratively with IT functions and ensure process design and master data are aligned.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
HNC or equivalent
Understanding of Management MRP systems
Capability to read and produce Product drawings
Proficient in Solidworks and 3D/2D CAD
Skilled in creating 3D prints of jig and fixtures
Competencies/Understanding of creating PPAP & FAIRS
Strong Process Engineering experience within a manufacturing environment.
Degree educated or with proven relative experience.
Strong understanding of Lean principles, tools and techniques.
Six Sigma would be an advantage.
Data analysis skills.
Being comfortable working with other staff, face to face, at all levels of the business.
Experience of running CI events.
Ability to interpret data and derive solid conclusions from analysis.
Strong IT skills, particularly MS Excel & PowerPoint.
Understanding of PLC and automation programmingDays - Monday to Thursday 8am - 5pm / Friday 8am -12 midday
Salary Competitive
REPORTING TO: Engineering Manager
DIRECT REPORTS: N/A
KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Implementing controlled process improvements that enhance performance of either product and/or process and improve the customer experience.
Working closely with the business team to understand the cost and value proposition of products.
Project manage utilising the skill resource of the technical team, multiple development projects, whilst understanding and meeting required deadlines.
Identifying opportunities to improve process performance, reduce waste, and cost reduction.
Monitoring data to identify trends where continuous improvement projects can deliver sustainable improvements.
Ensure appropriate controls and approval processes are strictly enforced for process changes.
Utilize appropriate tools to manage and track transformations and their impact.
Ensure root cause analysis is completed where appropriate and appropriate corrective measures are implemented.
Drive the continuous improvement strategy onsite including delivery of measurable improvements in efficiency and cost saving.
Provide support to operations team to identify trends in performance, leading to opportunities to predict future improvements and opportunities.
Project manage utilising the skill resource of the technical team, multiple development projects, whilst understanding and meeting required deadlines.
Act as a subject matter expert for process design, material flow and layout.
Act as key interface with client on development projects and issues.
Always work collaboratively with IT functions and ensure process design and master data are aligned.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
HNC or equivalent
Understanding of Management MRP systems
Capability to read and produce Product drawings
Proficient in Solidworks and 3D/2D CAD
Skilled in creating 3D prints of jig and fixtures
Competencies/Understanding of creating PPAP & FAIRS
Strong Process Engineering experience within a manufacturing environment.
Degree educated or with proven relative experience.
Strong understanding of Lean principles, tools and techniques.
Six Sigma would be an advantage.
Data analysis skills.
Being comfortable working with other staff, face to face, at all levels of the business.
Experience of running CI events.
Ability to interpret data and derive solid conclusions from analysis.
Strong IT skills, particularly MS Excel & PowerPoint.
Understanding of PLC and automation programmingDays - Monday to Thursday 8am - 5pm / Friday 8am -12 midday
Salary Competitive