Vacancy posted: Saturday, 20 Oct 2012

Manufacturing / Production Engineer Glenrothes   Excellent and Negotiable

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MANUFACTURING/PRODUCTION ENGINEER - BASED FIFE

Based in Fife, and part of a world renowned blue chip engineering business, Edgar Stewart's client designs and manufactures a range of engines and motors that power the hydraulic systems of heavy automotive lifting and earth moving equipment. A philosophy of continuous improvement, and ambitions to build world class systems and products, means they now need to make the key hire of a Manufacturing / Production Engineer.

Reporting into the Senior Engineer, the Manufacturing/Production Engineer will play a crucial role in leading, championing and supporting productivity, OEE and quality manufacturing improvement projects. You will also be responsible for driving and leading change from a cultural perspective from the shop floor up. Other core responsibilities should include:

  • Reviewing Design Office drawings of new and updated components for establishing manufacturing methods including costing of implementation.
  • Liaising with Production Control department in the preparation of route cards to define machining sequence(s).
  • Preparing CNC programs for new or updated components and establishing initial cycle times through component and machine proofing.
  • Initiating the design and manufacture of tooling, selection of machine tools and fixture requirements, as required, for new and updated component manufacture
  • Developing method sheets for use by the machine shop personnel.
  • Revising complete manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, utilising knowledge of current and new technologies and equipment, initialising design change requests, implementing changes and establishing new cycle times as required.
  • Developing methods and processes to minimise manufacturing downtime.
  • Assisting in the establishing of output targets based on machine cycle times and operator activity times ensuring continuous improvement in processes and improving manufacturing quality by reduction in process variations.
  • Liaising with supplier representatives on tooling, equipment and machine tool manufacturers to identify improvement opportunities and establishing technical specifications.

    • Educated to HNC/HND calibre in a technical / engineering discipline (Mechanical Engineering preferred), you are a proven Manufacturing / Production or Process Engineer. We are able to consider candidates from a range of industry/manufacturing sectors, but you are proven in the identification and execution of continuous improvement / lean projects. We would be especially keen to hear from any candidates with a background in CNC machining.

    This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly established successful and growing Fife business, providing products for customers on a global scale. A highly competitive basic salary will be supplemented by company pension, bonus scheme and a generous holiday allowance. Serious career development and long term stability are on offer with one of the world's best known engineering companies.

    To apply please send your CV to Bruce Hydes at Edgar Stewart Selection - , or call 0845 034 2182.

    Registered in England and Wales, Edgar Stewart Selection Ltd acts as an employment agency for client and candidates all across the UK.

    Job Reference:   BH-MPEx1

    Closing Date:     27-Oct-2012


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