Production Engineer

A fantastic opportunity for a degree educated Mechanical Engineer is on offer in the East Sussex area for a talented Production Engineer. With at least five years' experience as a Product Engineer and an interest in science, this role offers career progression opportunities with our innovative company. As pioneers in the field of Ultra High Vacuum technology, our clients focus on innovation and quality has helped great minds take great leaps forward. Products from them are widely used in Semiconductor processes as well research laboratories, such as NASA the European Space Agency and the Large Hadron Collider at CERN. At their new, purpose-built manufacturing facility near Hailsham, East Sussex we have entered an exciting new phase in our development as we embark on an ambitious expansion programme. We are looking for future colleagues who are ambitious and who thrive on accomplishments created by strong individuals within a team environment. Our offices and workstations are open plan, our approach is collaborative.
Assist in the NPI process and to help oversee our manufacturing processes
Carry out root cause analysis and maintain the 8D/RMA system
Ensure best practice and health and safety codes are followed
Identify problems in the production line, troubleshooting manufacturing issues and completing various administrative tasks
Leading and carrying out 8D/RMA activities while maintaining the 8D/RMA process within Engineering
Develop operating instructions and equipment specifications for production activities
Implement cost reduction initiatives while maintaining high quality standards
Monitoring the manufacturing processes, ensuring quality work is done in a safe, efficient manner
Diagnosing problems in the production line, providing recommendations and training to eliminate any issues
Liaising with other engineers to develop plans that improve production, costs, and labour content
Establishing safety procedures and protocols that take the workers' well-being into account, and that also minimise the carbon footprint
Keeping abreast of advancements in engineering and production, then sharing knowledge with co-workers
Identifying, documenting, and reporting unsafe practices
Checking drawings, routes & new BOM items for completeness and production readiness
Creating drawings, routes & new BOM items for completeness and production readiness
Scheduling meetings with relevant departments and stakeholders
Analysing all facets of production and making recommendations for improvement
Identifying and obtaining any materials and equipment required for the above

Essential Skills & Experience:
Experience with CAD software
Proficiency in MS Office
Proven experience in the engineering field
Desirable Skills & Experience:
Able to work on your own and as part of a Team
Open minded to new ideas with an enquiring mind
A hands-on doer with the skills to assemble small and large complex assemblies. This can sometimes be a physically demanding role, so a reasonable level of fitness and dexterity is required
Qualifications:
Degree or HNC/D in Mechanical Engineering
Personal Qualities & Attributes:
Superb analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
Strong leadership abilities
Superb written and verbal communication skills
Ability to make good decisions under pressure
Great attention to detail and organisational skills

TPA Recruit Ltd. Recruitment & Design Engineering Business Newhaven Enterprise Centre, East Sussex BN9 9BA TPA Recruit is a specialist recruitment agency acting on behalf of our client to source and assess suitable candidates for this position. All applications will be reviewed and processed by our team, who will liaise directly with shortlisted individuals throughout the hiring process.
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