We are recruiting for a CNC Workshop Production Engineer for a global engineering group focused on the precise control and movement of fluids in critical applications.
The company works with leading international companies in over 50 countries to deliver innovative engineering solutions to address global trends such as clean energy, energy efficiency, healthcare, and increasing automation.
The company's Engineering Division specializes in the design and manufacture of engineer-to-order highly specialized flow control valves.
Salary: This position comes with a very competitive market-related salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Hours of Work: 37 hours per week. 8.00 am to 4.30 pm Mon to Thurs and 8.00 am to 1.00 pm Friday.
Location: Poole, Dorset, Site-based.
Job Summary
An engineering role within the Operations team, this position is responsible for producing all relevant documentation, routings, procedures, programs, tooling, and equipment to enable the successful manufacture and testing of various valves for the Oil & Gas, Nuclear, and Marine sectors.
The role will also require supporting skilled operators with the production of both prototypes and production products and liaising with design engineering to overcome production and testing issues. This role will focus on machining & automation of components; however, the successful candidate may also be required to assist with engineering support in other areas of the business where their skill set allows them to do so.
Responsibilities
* Use CAM software to produce programs for a variety of multi-axis CNC machines, including 5-axis turn-mill, sliding head turn-mill, and 5-axis milling.
* Create set-up sheets for CNC machines to include all information about cutting tools, fixtures, and inspection equipment.
* Support with the prove-out of new programs across CNC machines ensuring that programs and set-up sheets are correct before handing the machine over to production.
* Ensure updated CNC programs are returned in a timely manner, stored in the correct database location.
* Support with, and make improvements to, a wide range of production techniques for machining of components.
* Assist production team with their day-to-day production requirements by providing them with technical assistance and problem-solving solutions.
* Develop solutions for manufacturing components across the machine shop using standardized tooling and production methods wherever possible.
* Design new cutting tools and work holding solutions where the needs of production cannot be met within a standard offering.
* Identify defective products and processes that require a cross-functional team to review.
* Identify waste within the manufacturing processes and lead continuous improvement activities and process improvements.
* Review cost of products, and cost of poor quality by reviewing and responding to NCRs as required.
* Maintain and apply lean principles to the machining environment.
* Design jigs and fixtures using CAD (preferably 3D) for use in production.
* Provide detailed manufacturing procedures.
Requirements
* Qualified to HNC level or actively working towards completion of a similar Mechanical or Production Engineering qualification.
* Possess a sound understanding of modern manufacturing methods.
* Demonstrate ability to evaluate processes through capability studies and equipment reviews.
* Able to design jigs and fixtures using CAD (preferably 3D).
* Demonstrable experience in use of Continuous Improvement tools and techniques.
* Conversant with Design for manufacture (DFM), Lean Manufacture Value Analysis and Value Engineering (VAVE).
* Able to build strong relationships and gain the respect of both internal and external customers.
* Able to demonstrate a positive attitude and work calmly under pressure.
* Flexible with the ability to work to deadlines.
* PC Literate, specifically in PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Project, and Excel.
* Articulate presenter and communicator both written and verbal.
* Excellent organizational and planning skills.
* Good strong team player with the ability to influence others.
* Able to demonstrate a thorough understanding and experience of quality, safety, maintenance, and CNC machining.
* Demonstrable experience in programming and setting 4/5-axis CNC machines.
* Able to produce CNC programs using CAM software.
To apply for this position please submit an up-to-date CV.
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