Job Description

Main Purpose and Scope of Job

• To plan and design the manufacturing process to the shopfloor.
• Help to drive continuous improvement programs within the department.
• Quote job requests for lead-time and costs.
• Manage the introduction of new manufacturing capability into the workshop
• Support continuous improvement and continuous reduction of waste.
• To closely support the operational team including programming CNC Milling and Turning machines to meet customer demand.
• Design and introduce process documentation, inline with the company BMS.

Knowledge & Skills

• Experience of CNC machining in a precision engineering environment
• High level of CNC programming competency in Fanuc Heidenhain languages.
• Must have Manufacturing Engineering experience in both turning and milling capabilities, ideally up to 5 axis (3+2) with strong knowledge of setting, operating, and programming.
• Experienced in 3D modelling, preferably with Solidworks and Visi.
• Offline programming, familiarity with VISI CAM package highly desired.
• Must have knowledge of tooling and fixtures in addition to lean manufacturing principles, to aid process improvements and efficiencies in machining capabilities.

Key Accountabilities

• Estimating CNC machined parts, ensuring quotes are produced in a timely manner.
• Producing accurate stage drawings for manufacturing operations
• Producing detailed documentation, set up packs, SOP's etc.
• Preparation of cost estimates to support the acquisition of new business to include relevant requirements.
• Supporting production with daily problem solving, ensuring permanent solutions are put in place.
• Creating CNC/CADCAM Programs for CNC Turning and Milling machines, including 4 & 5 Axis machining centres.
• Manage New Product Introduction/NPI and ensure components are delivered on time and within budget.

Qualification  & Experience 

• HNC in Mechanical Engineering 
• Expereince with Aerospace and Automotive 
• Able to use different CAD/CAM packages 
• Able to operate different machine tools 
• 5S
• Lean Manufacturing