Manufacturing Engineer

The Opportunity - Manufacturing Engineer

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About the role:

JCB Transmissions are seeking a detail-oriented and innovative Manufacturing Engineer to become a valued member of the team. The role includes developing, improving, and optimising manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety. This role involves analysing production workflows, implementing process improvements, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless manufacturing operations. A large portion of this role is dedicated to project managing NPI (New Product Introduction) and large capital funded projects. To achieve the longer-term departmental goals, this role requires the visionary and influential skills to embed the Manufacturing strategy for the Gearbox and Axle Facility.

What does this role involve day to day?

• Project management of NPI & capital projects: responsible from project kick-off to production implementation & hand-over to operations 

• Responsibilities including vendor/supplier management, budget management, timeline & scheduling management, project documentation management

• Process Improvement: Design, develop, and implement manufacturing processes to increase efficiency and reduce waste. Contributing to internal cost saving initiatives

• Production Support: Provide technical support and troubleshooting for production issues to minimise downtime and ensure product quality. This including assisting with PCM & ANDON issues

• Automation & Technology: Evaluate and integrate new manufacturing technologies and automation systems

• Quality Control: Collaborate with quality assurance teams to establish and maintain product standards and compliance with industry regulations

• Cost Analysis: Analyse production costs and identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality

• Equipment Management: Oversee the selection, installation, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment

• Lean Manufacturing: Apply lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies to streamline operations

This will be suited to you if:

• You can work independently and as part of a team

• You have effective communication skills at all levels

• You're self-motivated

• You have excellent problem-solving skills with specific focus towards establishing root cause

• You have the ability to work from your own initiative, in addition to being part of a growing team

• You're able to multi-task, prioritise and manage time effectively

• You have a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget

• You have a sense of urgency and positive attitude in order to deliver true customer delight, providing solutions in a timely and efficient manner

• You have an Engineering degree level qualification or equivalent work experience of working within a Manufacturing Engineering function in large component machining, assembly and test environments would be highly advantageous

• You have sound PC literacy

• You have acute attention to detail to facilitate best practice in lean manufacturing and no faults forward philosophies

What happens next?

Ordinarily, our resourcing team reviews and shortlists CVs. If shortlisted, you’ll speak to one of our recruiters to discuss the role further. Our interview process usually consists of an initial team’s interview followed by an in-person interview. We’ll keep in touch throughout the process but if you have any questions, please get in touch at recruitment@jcb.com 

What’s in it for you?

This is your chance to join a company that values expertise not only in rewards but also in real employee care. At JCB you don’t just get a competitive salary, 33 days’ holiday and access to our company pension—you can also use our onsite gym, in-house doctor, dentist and visiting optician. We have an ULEV car scheme available for our employees too. Then there’s the JCB Rewards Hub, which gives you discounts with high street retailers. Feel like biking to work? There’s our Cycle to Work Scheme.

We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We’re committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair and inclusive. If you face any accessibility challenges with your online application and require additional support, you have the option of speaking to a member of our recruitment team who can support you to complete an application in an alternative format. If you would benefit from this support, please email recruitment@jcb.com, and a member of the team will be in touch.

Recruitment Agencies: JCB does not accept any speculative approaches to present candidates for advertised vacancies.