Production Engineer

Job Title: Production Engineer

Location: Sandwich, Kent

Salary: Depending on experience

Security Clearance: UK SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain.

Our client is one of the premier suppliers and system integrators of support equipment for military and commercial electro-optical sensors globally. They're seeking a Production Engineer to coordinate Production Engineering processes from final design phase to full production release.

Responsibilities

• Manage design, modification, and maintenance standards for manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Develop and implement production plans, build documentation, and route cards for engineering projects.
• Contribute to Operations Department strategy development.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities to address manufacturing issues.
• Implement best practices to enhance production capacity, quality, and reliability.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and NPI efforts.
• Oversee Production Engineering tasks for ToT projects.
• Conduct customer and supplier visits as needed, requiring a valid driving license.
• Develop operating instructions and equipment specifications for production.

Skills & Experience

• Technical Degree/equivalent qualification or experience
• Applies process engineering principles, concepts, and standards effectively.
• Reacts promptly to production demand changes, implementing timely solutions.
• Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings and understanding Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T).
• UK Drivers License