Metal Forming Process Development Engineer

Leading Components Manufacturer has a new opportunity for a Metal Forming Process Development Engineer.

About the role:

The position of Metal Forming Process Development Engineer requires creative, analytical and developmental thinking as well as qualifications and experience in a relevant field of manufacturing. The design, planning, documentation, implementation, optimisation, and supervision of manufacturing processes are key requirements of this role. Full responsibility over the implementation and definition of processes in order to support the strategic and operational goals of the company. An essential skill is the ability to communicate with employees involved in all stages of manufacture.

Duties may include:

Ownership of metal forming & trimming processes, including hot forming, cold forming and conventional/non-conventional machining. Ensuring all supporting documentation (route cards, BOMs, technical documentation) are created and maintained; and; applicable customer/3rd party requirements are met.
Responsible for day-to-day management of a Manufacturing Engineer, as a direct line manager.
Managing RCCA activities within the team, with a strong focus on scrap and rework reduction.
Managing process improvement projects, either as part of RCCA or cost down activities. Projects are to be identified and prioritised using a structured approach, and executed within an agreed timeframe.
Managing MRB activities within the team, including support in the drafting/approval of concessions, rework schemes and all other documentation associated with operational activities.
Developing and implementing new or modified processes and manufacturing equipment to enable continuous improvement strategies.
Addressing manufacturing process issues, whilst maintaining zero-harm culture in the process.
Implementing technical process changes identified through CRB (Change Review Board)
Working with and assisting the tooling team with tool definition, manufacture, repair and procurement.
Managing the technical aspects of capital investment projects for the assigned work area.
Support in the collection of data for estimates, technical and manufacturing proposals.
Assisting and supporting special process engineers in specific projects, or the implementation of process changes.Skills and experience:

Degree, HND, HNC qualified.
5 years' experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role, preferably in an Aerospace related environment.
Experience of metal forming, conventional or non-conventional machining.
Strong understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T.
Able to interpret and apply engineering, quality and H&S standards and specifications.
Proven track record in the use and deployment of lean manufacturing tools, techniques and systems.
Engineering/manufacturing focused with a commercial awareness.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Computer literate including MS Office (MS Project is also desirable).
Working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems, preferably Syspro.
CAD experience (preference Solidworks).
6 Sigma (or equivalent) qualified.

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