Production Engineer

Paying up to £30,000 per annum

Leicester

Permanent Role

Monday - Friday: Days: 39 hour week

Our client in Leicester is looking for a Production Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis.

They specialise in the manufacture of Aerospace components and offer a competitive package with great company benefits.

Job description:

To interpret complex customer drawings (including datum alignment Influence) in order to produce accurate work instructions.
To implement / develop best practice machining and gauging processes that meet the requirements of the drawing, specifications, and meet process quality, cost & lead time.
To provide technical support to the shop floor for new product introduction & existing process improvements.
To create/update best practice CNC programs for all different types of machine tools (Grinding, EDM, Milling, Laser etc.)
To use lean tools and techniques to remove waste from the manufacturing system. To create/update customer brochure / approval packages to include FAIRS's, FPA's, PPQ's, PLQ's, FPR's, MCR's, DAR's etc.
To be effective in communicating with all the workforce, the supplier and the customer. To be persuasive, confident, factual and have the ability to make fact-based decision Essential Criteria:

A degree in relevant engineering discipline, preferably in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience / qualification
Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing, conventional and special process machining concepts.
Strong proficiency in using various problem-solving methodologies.
Ability to understand and interpret complex engineering drawings and geometries
Ability to lead change and champion ideas
Excellent communication and ability to influence others
Very keen interest in precision engineering and manufacturing
Ability to prioritize multiple projects within challenging timeframes
Knowledge or experience of Lean manufacturing principles and how these can be
Applied to a workplace setting. The Package:

Permanent Role
Quarterly Cash Bonus Scheme
Extensive range of benefits including Gym Membership Discounts
Employee Assistance Programme
Instant Discounts on over 80 high street brands, Cinema Discounts & DC Pension Scheme
Holidays, 26 days + 7 bank holidaysIf you are interested in this role please apply now and Becki Hunt will process your application.

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