Production Engineer
Halma · Hitchin
Furthermore, here at FFE we value our employees giving them the freedom to be creative and innovative. Having a great team spirt and people that are proud to work for a company that saves lives, our teams see the direct impact of their efforts in the daily operations.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Working cross functionally to assess current processes and identifying projects to improve productivity and product quality
- Assess compliance and adherence to safety and quality standards working with relevant stakeholders to resolve any issues
- Lead C.I projects, ensuring to maintain a positive approach so all team members feel valued during the process
- Support manufacturing teams with coaching and technical expertise
- Lead NPI activities related to the introduction of new products and processes into manufacturing
- Prepare & update process documentation and operating instructions (SOP’s)
- Develop TPM processes
- Lead problem solving activities
- Build positive relationships with team members, always promoting business objectives
- Liaise with both PCBA suppliers and internal supply chain WRT PCBA testing equipment (including occasional supplier visits)
- Monitor tests failures, diagnose and drive countermeasures
- Update test specs, test limits and test software
- Working with Supply Chain, Technical & Quality Teams support the transition to new suppliers, the evaluation of sample boards & final sign-off
- Maintain and update testing equipment and fixtures
- Produce requirements for test equipment suppliers
- Report writing
- Continuous improvement of testing & production processes
- Overlay with the Quality department
- Support periodic equipment calibration and checks
Skills & Experience
- All-round manufacturing engineering background with a strong electronics bias
- Experience managing change
- Ability to lead structured problem-solving activities
- Knowledge and experience of working with PCBA’s
- Experience of writing and updating LabVIEW and Test-Stand software would be ideal
- Experience with WATS or other test data analysis tools would be beneficial
- Able to interpret & analyze data and produce clear, concise reports
- Some knowledge of CI tools (Lean, six sigma or similar)
- Experience facilitating groups
- An excellent communicator who can translate complex technical concepts to all levels and to non-technical audiences
- Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to interact and influence at all levels
- Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and plan your time across a range of tasks effectively.
- Able to work under time constraints and to deadlines
- Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy
- Good IT skills
- Self-motivated
- Time focused
FFE Benefits include: 25 days Annual Leave, Company bonus Scheme, Halma Pension plan, BUPA health insurance, Simply Health cash plan, EA
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