Manufacturing Engineer

Porvair Filtration Group

Segensworth, Fareham - Onsite

Salary - Upto £43K based on experience

Core Role:

• Planning and implementation of safe, repeatable and efficient production systems,processes, equipment and facilities.
• Problem solving including consulting with internal and external stakeholders.
• Determining methods, tooling and processes required for manufacture.
• Compilation of manufacturing routings and BOM’s (bill of materials) within the company’s MRP system.
• Use of 3D design software to assist in the design of tooling & assembly aids (machined and 3D printed).
• Produce, update and improve internal manufacturing specifications.
• When required, travel to either supplier or customer sites to assist in technical challenges
• Estimate manufacturing costs including recurring and non-recurring costs
• New product introduction, development and prototyping of parts to ensure successful manufacture.
• Support APQP by facilitating FMEA plans (failure mode, effect and analysis), process flow diagrams and control plans.
• Support business growth through research and implementation of new manufacturing systems (software or technology)
• Provide technical support for production (assembly and machining) when implementing change.

Experience/Qualifications Required:

• Minimum qualification HNC.
• Experience in a high precision manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of manufacturing and design tolerances for assembly and conventional machining.
• Some experience with either metal treatments or unconventional machining
• ERP experience.
• Experienced MS office user.
• AutoCAD 2D or 3D design experience.
• Experience of using process mapping techniques.

Ideal

• Degree qualified either mechanical, manufacturing engineering or aeronautics.
• Aerospace or automotive experience
• Welding knowledge (fusion, resistance or laser welding would be advantageous).
• Technical design and drawing experience.
• Good understanding of mechanical design principles (Not necessarily filtration principles).
• Proficient MRP user.
• Experienced in compilation of technical documentation used in manufacturing.

Expected Behaviors

• To always act in line with company values.
• Demonstrate correct health and safety behaviors and assess risks accordingly.
• Collaborate with all departments to ensure efficient and compliant operation.
• High professional standards when producing work or through written & verbal communication.
• Work ethics to be in-line with industry standards e.g., consciously assess the effects of safety and airworthiness when decision making.
• Proactive attitude towards improvement.

Candidate Profile

• Proactive approach and the ability to work under your own initiative.
• Understanding of different types of non-conformance's (e.g., dimensional, cosmetic, chemical etc.).
• Ability to collect and analyse data from a variety of different sources.
• Interpretation of drawings, technical specifications, and product control documentation.
• Knowledge of product qualification and FAIR requirements.
• Understanding and application of lean manufacturing techniques and processes.
• Passion to drive change in a challenging environment and the ability to solve complex problems.