Job title:	Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Job type:	Permanent
Emp type:	Full-time
Industry:	Manufacturing
Salary type:	Annual
Salary:	GBP £50,000.00
Location:	Willenhall, UK
Job published:	24-07-2024
Job ID:	45479
Contact name:	Connor McCutcheon
Phone number:	+447399777226
Contact email:	connor@ltekrecruitment.com

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