About Us:
Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.
NORCO Composites & GRP is a leading manufacturer of large composite structures and GRP mouldings. With six sites located in Holton Heath and Winfrith, NORCO provide a complete composites manufacturing service from design & engineering to parts manufacturing and final assembly. Our customers include top names such as BAE, Rolls Royce, Airbus, Sunseeker, and Siemens.
Our mission is to continue to grow our portfolio of clients with a focus on sectors such as Marine Defence, Aerospace, and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles. We strive to be at the forefront of the composites manufacturing industry, using the latest technologies and techniques to manufacture high-quality and sustainable products for our customers.
Operating since 1985, we have built a strong team culture that promotes growth, development, and innovation. We value our employees by offering financial recognition within a strong and growing business.
The Role:
Working as part of a wider team the role of the manufacturing engineer is to provide information to the shop floor to enable efficient manufacturing of component parts. Understanding the use of CAD is essential in this role, as is a good understanding of the processes involved in kitting and manufacturing components. Attention to detail and a methodical approach are also important attributes.
Applications from Senior Project/ Manufacturing Engineers will also be considered.
Application stipulation:
This position requires all candidates to be eligible to live and work in the UK and must be capable of achieving a valid UK Government security vetting clearance, candidates must also hold a sole UK British passport (no dual nationalities). Norco will guide and assist with the SC process once employment is agreed and provide ongoing support and training in this field.
Hybrid working is not offered for this role.
Duties & Responsibilities:
* Contribute to the creation and implementation of best practice engineering.
* Create manufacturing works instructions & visual aids. (lay-up/assembly manuals).
* Interrogation of customer drawings and CAD data to produce ply templates, foam kits etc.
* Devise innovative manufacturing solutions.
* Anticipate and overcome manufacturing challenges.
* Create Part Number’s, Routing’s, BOM’s on our MRP system in line with customer/process requirements.
* Managing configuration control on projects you are accountable for.
* Mould tool, assembly fixture & manufacturing aid design when required.
* Assist with cost estimation on new projects.
* Identify and implement improvement opportunities within the organisation.
* Support, encourage & develop shop floor operatives.
* Proactively contribute to creating a good team atmosphere.
* Liaising with customers & suppliers as required.
* Support and ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations, Quality and Environmental standards, and all other Company policies and procedures
* Understand the importance of control & compliance for internal and customer processes, specifications & standards.
* Strong analytical skills to understand data and draw conclusions from it.
* Provide manufacturing input to new and existing products (design for manufacturability); follow escalation process if design for manufacturability is at risk.
Desirable Skills:
* Strong understanding of industry best practise of manufacturing processes and procedures.
* Strong working knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD.
* Lean Manufacturing techniques.
* Degree in Engineering
Salary:
Up to £50,000 per annum dependent on skills & experience.
Standard Working hours:
Monday to Thursday 0800 – 1700
Friday 0800 – 1400
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Onsite