Manufacturing Engineer

ACS UK

ACS UK is a full-service manufacturing company, excelling in the manufacture of complex composite exterior and interior components, mouldings, sandwich, flat panels and laminates, for a multitude of industries such as Aerospace, Rail, Marine and Automotive, and their varied and specific applications.

Our long-standing history, experienced management, engineering capability and workforce have provided us with real-world experience, transforming customers design visions into composite reality.

ACS UK has a strong focus on production control and quality, with an ethos set deep in lean manufacturing, from engineering and project management, through to final release.

Purpose of a Manufacturing Engineer

Support Manufacturing Engineering activities in one or a combination of the following areas of responsibilities:

Product design and Process design

Equipment/Tool design

Production system design/ floor layout

Quality & continuous Improvement

Key Responsibilities

General and Task Management

• Design, prove, implement and/or maintain production systems to deliver product on time to quality and cost requirements
• Support continuous improvement activities in quality, cycle times, process improvement and machine availability through lean techniques and value engineering to enhance the capability of existing processes and remove waste
• Support product design for manufacture and assembly activities
• Support product CAM/CAE activities
• Support cutting tool selection/design, work holding tool design and mould design
• Support validation plans to ensure robust and comprehensive technical solutions
• Develop and maintain project plans and budget profiles to ensure delivery of milestones to agreed cost targets and timescales
• Identify and justify capital equipment investment
• Analyse and improve material usage
• Analyse downtime, identify trends and develop solutions
• Ensure accuracy of Manufacturing Engineering procedures, documentation and systems data
• Attend various meetings and action/communicate instructions
• Produce written reports and make presentations
• Perform root cause analysis and resolve problems
• Identify business improvement opportunities within the organisation
• Conduct risk assessments of processes and tasks relative to the value stream or central function

Self-Management

Support, comply and ensure compliance with HSE regulations, Company Policies & procedures, Quality and Environmental standards, and all other Company policies and procedures

Proactively contribute to creating a good team atmosphere

This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. The successful job holder will be expected to perform varying tasks as required by their line manager & the overall objectives of the organisation.

Key Performance Measures

Safety, Quality, Cost and Delivery

Knowledge, Education, and Skills

Knowledge:

Essential

Knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes

Knowledge of design principles

Knowledge and experience of Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA), Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), and Lean Manufacturing techniques

Desirable

Working knowledge aerospace products and processes

Knowledge of composites manufacture

Education

Essential

• Demonstrable relevant Manufacturing Engineering experience in a similar environment, i.e. aerospace, automotive or heavy engineering.
• 3rd level qualification with a minimum qualification of HNC level.

Desirable

• MSc/MEng in Manufacturing/ Mechanical /Aeronautical Engineering.

Membership of an industry related professional body.

Skills and competencies

Thorough understanding of manufacturing processes

Understanding of engineering, scientific and other technical information

Understanding of lean manufacturing

Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment

Planning and prioritising activities

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to present data effectively

Problem-solving skills

Understanding of health and safety practices

Team working and negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Resilient, optimistic and open to change

Ability to effectively train people inside and outside their work group

Distinguished record of creativity and innovation

Develops and applies advanced technologies, engineering principles, theories and concepts

Exercises comprehensive discretion in judgement and initiative in setting and implementing goals

Key Relationships & interaction

Internal Relationships & Interactions:

Engineering Manager, Lead Manufacturing Engineer, Manufacturing Engineers, Production Managers, Team Leaders, Design Engineering, Quality Engineering, CNC Programmers, Machine Operators, Assemblers, Laminators

External Relationships & Interactions:

OEMs, 3rd party resource, equipment or service providers

Other material requirements

Limited travel among sites may be required to support the business

Benefits

Employer Pension Contribution

Life Assurance

Simply Health- 24/7 GP Services, Dental, Optician (Option to enchance for you and family members)

Employee Assistance Programme- Confidential support for employees

Training, Learning and Development Opportunities

AVIC Cabin Systems UK Ltd is an equal opportunities employer