Job Summary
Our client, a leading Aerospace Engineering & Manufacturing organisation, is currently looking for a Manufacturing Engineer Assembly Specialist to join them on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract basis out of their site in Burnley.
Key Skills Required for this Role:
- Assembly Processes
- CAD software packages (CATIA v5 preferable)
- Important Manufacturing Assembly and Repair Specialist
Job Description
Join the forefront of aircraft engine innovation with a leading aerospace company in the Burnley area. They are a global leader shaping the future of aviation. Their cutting-edge products and services empower all types of aircraft, from regional to long-range commercial planes, ensuring they soar with unparalleled efficiency and performance. With a legacy of excellence in nacelle design, manufacturing, integration, and maintenance, they've been recognized by Forbes as one of the top employers worldwide.
What Will You Be Doing
As an Assembly Specialist, you'll play a pivotal role in enabling their Structures Manufacturing Engineering community to excel. Your responsibilities will include:
1. Acting as the focal point for Assembly processes, leveraging expertise within the company.
2. Maximizing production method capabilities by identifying improvement opportunities.
3. Collaborating closely with Production and Quality departments to define, implement, and maintain assembly processes for large aircraft nacelle structures.
4. Ensuring the establishment of world-class, financially sustainable assembly processes.
5. Effectively managing assembly process risks related to HSE, capability, capacity, and finance.
6. Implementing effective process planning to support manufacture across multiple assembly lines.
7. Defining, implementing, and maintaining capable processes supported by Statistical Process Control (SPC).
What We're Looking For
Degree educated in an appropriate subject (Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering) with at least 5 years industrial experience OR at least 10 years experience without degree education.
Proficient with CAD software packages (CATIA v5 preferable).
Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP preferable).
Thorough understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
Good understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC).
Good understanding of Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) methods.
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), able to communicate technical subjects in simplistic terms.
Confident but with a good level of introspection and humility.
Desirable
Experience in Lean Sigma.
Understanding of APQP and PPAP methods and documents.
Specific knowledge of aircraft nacelle components and structures.
Background in Tooling and Fixtures (building and/or inspection).
Benefits
1. Competitive salary
2. 37 hour working week over 4.5 days with a 1pm finish on Friday
3. Flexi-time scheme that allows you to take two half days or one full day off per month
4. 33 days annual leave [inclusive of bank holidays]
5. Option to purchase an additional 5 days of annual leave
6. 10% employer pension contribution
7. 5% employee contribution with the option to increase this voluntarily through tax-efficient salary exchange
8. 4 x life insurance benefit as a member of the pension scheme
9. Non-contributory BUPA private medical insurance plan
10. Excellent on-site catering facilities offering subsidised hot and cold breakfast and lunch
11. Corporate membership at Crow Wood Hotel & Spa to use the fitness suite, classes, pool and sauna, offering 54% discount as a gold member
12. Wellbeing support through their employee assistance programme offering mental health support through a confidential 24/7 helpline, access to remote GP appointments, medical second opinions and physiotherapy
13. Discounts on your high street purchases through their benefits platform
14. Relaxed dress code on Fridays
15. Support for flexible working
16. Referral scheme - refer someone for a job and you may qualify for a £1,000 reward
17. Hybrid working option
18. Fully funded quarterly site team-building events
19. Plus many more...
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