Manufacturing Engineer

Ref: AS2639162

Glasgow, UK

£40,000

• Permanent
• Process Optimisation Expert
• Lean Methodology Implementer
• Safety And Quality Focused

About the candidate

The candidate is a proactive Manufacturing Engineer with a solid background in production engineering and a passion for continuous improvement. Their experience spans across aerospace, defence, and automotive sectors, where they have championed Lean methodologies to enhance manufacturing processes and operational efficiency. With excellent cross-functional collaboration skills, they have managed stakeholder expectations adeptly and upheld strong commitments to safety and quality throughout their career.

They bring hands-on experience in production environments, coupled with a strategic ability to drive process improvements. Their technical prowess in developing robust documentation and work instructions has empowered teams to excel and consistently deliver exceptional results.

What makes them great?

• Championed Lean initiatives in an aerospace engineering setting, increasing operational efficiency by 15% through process optimisation and collaboration.
• Successfully reduced scrap rates by 20% and improved delivery metrics at a medium-sized defence contractor, showcasing effective continuous improvement practices.

Areas of expertise

• In-depth knowledge and application of Lean methodologies to drive operational efficiencies and enhance manufacturing processes.
• Skilled in value engineering and PFMEA methodologies to identify and mitigate risks in production environments.
• Proven ability in developing detailed work instructions and documentation, enhancing team performance and process compliance.