Reporting to the Operations Director, Magnomatics are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic, self-disciplined, detail-oriented and experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting production operations through the development, optimisation, and documentation of manufacturing processes. A key focus will be on CMM programming and inspection, as well as the creation and maintenance of comprehensive process documentation to ensure quality, repeatability, and efficiency in manufacturing.
Main Duties
· Work in partnership with the Production Manager and the Supply Chain Manager to identify data-driven optimisation potential and lead the prioritised CI effort.
· Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and safety.
· Program and operate CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machines) for part inspection and validation
· Support new product introductions (NPI) by developing, maintaining and validating robust manufacturing processes and documentation packages (SWIs, Control Plans and PFMEAs).
· Perform root cause analysis and corrective action process (RCCA) for internal/external non-conformances.
· Collaborate closely with Production, Quality Assurance and Mechanical Design teams to ensure product quality and manufacturability.
· Ensure compliance with industry standards, customer requirements, and quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100).
· Continual Integration, upgrade and utilisation of the ERP system functionality to enable paperless processes.
· Own and drive the Operations Continuous Improvement plan.
Objectives
· Establish a ‘Best in Class’ standard for internal SOPs for all Production (repeat processes).
· Establish a ‘Best in Class’ process for new supplier validation, including documentation and sampling.
· Full control and integration of process instructions and production routings on ERP.
· Significant impact on Production labour efficiency, through reduction of NVA time related to COPQ
· Delivery of defined strategic Cap-Ex Projects and key Supplier Chain Development activities.
Qualifications/Experience
· Degree-level qualification in Mech / Man Engineering or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
· Strong background in process documentation and process control is essential
· Hands-on Experience in precision manufacturing or Production environments (machining and/or assembly) is essential
· Experience and/or knowledge of CMM programming (preferably PC-DMIS) is desirable.
· Experience and/or knowledge of ERP systems is desirable.
· Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma (A3 / DMAIC) methodologies is desirable.
· Working knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) is essential.
· Proficiency in CAD software is desirable.
Core Skills
· Clear and concise communicator, with a keen eye for detail and a desire for excellence
· Strong administrative, organisational and problem-solving skills
· Ability to train production staff on technical procedures and documentation use.
· Proficient IT skills (MS Office – Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel as a minimum), often at pace.
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person
