Are you a Production Engineer looking to make your mark in a well-established manufacturing businesses within the West Yorkshire region? If so, we are looking for a Production Engineer who can implement process improvement strategies to reduce cycle times, reduce waste and improve overall quality. The successful Production Engineer will report to the Production Manager and have experienced within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Production Engineer - Role and Responsibilities - Manufacturing Engineer, Lean, Continuous Improvement

Make improvements to processes and production techniques utilising CAD to design tooling, brackets and fixtures where necessary
Work with production to reduce lead times, improve tooling and changeovers, and drive greater performance from existing staff. Observe assembly staff and assess for ergonomic issues with operators
Lead Design Reviews and report back to R&D to allow the design of easily manufacturable products
Liaise with Lean Engineers. Knowledge of SMED/POKE YOKE techniques
Address root causes of process and yield issues. Work with quality department and understand 4D/8D/Root Cause Analysis. Implement CAPA
Work with test department to maintain test equipment
Increase OEE and reduce machine downtime. Work with maintenance and advise on TPM/PPM

Production Engineer - Skills and Abilities - Manufacturing Engineer, Lean, Continuous Improvement

Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement knowledge. Six Sigma training preferred but not essential
HND/Degree qualified in Production or Manufacturing Engineering
Experience with CAD
Knowledge of high-volume manufacturing (plastic, glass, electronics, food, automotive, etc.
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