Our client, a world class Manufacturing business based in Plymouth are looking for an experienced and qualified Production Engineer to join a well-established team. You will be responsible for the performance of specific process operations for all programs of work that require that process and that a consistent approach is taken across products ensuring that best practice is used, and feedback is given and acted upon. Main Duties: Support when required the NPI (New Product Introduction) process to ensure a smooth transition into production (SAP New Parts & Major NPI Projects) including but not limited to: Routing Creation & Maintenance SAP Master Data Creation & Maintenance e.g. Tooling BOM’s Machine Tool Program Creation & Optimisation Machine Process related Parameters creation & optimization e.g. Hardening processes etc Fixture Design, Procurement & Validation Process Documentation: SOP’s, Specification sheets, Tooling Cards etc. Specify, Install and commission capital equipment in line with the business requirements. Raise CEA Documentation including project scope, cost, justification & payback period Support production department as required. Problem solving – arriving at the conclusions necessary using appropriate tools and techniques (Six Sigma, Core Tools, Lean, SPC tools). Support production to achieve targets in accordance with the production plan. Report on all improvement issues within the scope of their role. Continuously improve the performance of the process, equipment and production procedures in the most economic manner consistent with the business objective. Responsible for ensuring that the technical throughput and capacity limiting issues are identified and work with the team to implement solutions. Responsible for defining the process, ensuring that all shop floor documentation is correct and that Team Leaders / Cell Leaders are aware of the correct operating procedures for their respective areas. Documentation ownership includes but not limited to: SOP’s (Electronic and PDF/Word Format SOP’s) pFMEA’s Process Flows Control Plans Specification Sheets Tool Cards Work as part of a cross-functional team to respond to customer complaints participating in 8D investigations, implementing/completing the following activities: Containment Actions Root Cause Analysis Corrective Actions Responsible for rework (out of normal) procedures, including documentation and qualification of the process. Manage and document process changes through via the following procedures: Engineering Change Notes Engineering Trials Manufacturing Change Notes Concession / Permit Using data to measure process performance and implement appropriate improvement activities including but not limited to: Cost Reduction (e.g. Tooling Spend) Up-time Improvements Capacity Improvements Cycle/Process/Routing Time Reduction Defect Reduction Identify equipment risks and recommend/implement critical spare strategies to mitigate risk and minimize downtime. As required, obtain quotations and raise purchase requisitions via SAP. Responsible for defining measurement techniques to demonstrate process capability. Ensure that the process is in control by using SPC to monitor key Product & Process characteristics, identifying violations and assisting in remedial actions. Responsible for own personal development in line with the business needs. Motivating – Inspiring, encouraging and impelling staff to take the actions required to ensure that the business meets its objectives. Experience & Qualifications: Proven experience in a machining environment CNC Lathe Programming: Fanuc CNC Machining Centre Programming: Fanuc Proven experience of Lean Manufacturing Principles Proven experience in Continuous Improvement Proven experience in Problem Solving Proven experience in Design Self-Motivated – ability to manage workload and deliver multiple projects Time-served Apprenticeship or Further Education equivalent HNC/HND Six sigma Certification Desirable