Job Title: Manufacturing engineer
Location: West Drayton
Pay Range: Competitive
Contract Type: Perm
My client, a leading company in the injection moulding industry, is seeking an experienced Electrical Bias Maintenance Engineer to join their team on a Pitman 12-hour shift pattern. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing environment where you’ll be key to ensuring the efficient running of machinery, minimizing downtime, and maintaining a safe and productive workplace.
Key Responsibilities – Manufacturing engineer
* Identify unsafe practices, escalate immediately, and propose solutions to overcome issues.
* Verify that manufacturing processes are fit for purpose by ensuring quality and performance targets are met, with no health and safety issues.
* Conduct risk assessments when required to ensure a safe working environment.
* Collaborate with Quality Engineers to assess the effectiveness of quality control systems.
* Develop operating instructions and troubleshooting guides for manufacturing processes/equipment.
* Monitor manufacturing processes and identify potential improvements for efficiency.
* Investigate breakdowns and propose preventive actions to reduce future disruptions.
* Provide training and guidance to colleagues on existing and new equipment.
* Ensure that root causes of issues are identified and robust corrective actions are implemented.
* Participate in process improvement teams to resolve production-related issues.
* Stay updated on industry specifications, technology, and manufacturing processes.
* Attend training courses and participate in a Continuing Professional Development programme to gain professional recognition.
* Comply fully with all current work instructions and Health & Safety regulations while carrying out your duties.
* Carry out any reasonable tasks within your capabilities to support the team.
Qualifications & Requirements – Manufacturing Engineer
* Extensive manufacturing experience in injection moulding and assembly equipment.
* Proven experience in implementing new processes and equipment and leading continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
* Ideally educated to degree level, or hold an advanced apprenticeship in engineering (or equivalent work-based experience).
* Engineering experience with strong technical knowledge of manufacturing processes.
* Assembly and moulding equipment experience (desired).
* IEE 17th or 18th Edition certification (preferred).
* PLC experience (desired).
* Air and pneumatics training (desired).
* In-depth knowledge of Health & Safety processes and standards.
What we can offer – Manufacturing engineer
Competitive salary
31 days holiday
Flexible holiday buy/sell scheme
Recognition and reward scheme
Opportunities for internal and external learning and development
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work & Tech Scheme
For more information on this role, please contact Harvey Clough on 01453 829799 or send a copy of your CV to harvey.clough@omegaresource.co.uk
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