We are recruiting for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer (Continuous Improvement) for a leading manufacturer of innovative measurement sensors range.

The group has embarked on a growth plan, involving significant investment and continuous improvement. It has a reputation as a world leader in its field as a designer and manufacturer of high quality sensors.T

The Electronic range encompasses specialist level sensing, condition monitoring, position sensors and engine control products for the process control, utilities, off-highway, motorsport and defence markets. 

As a Continuous Improvement Engineer, you will play a crucial role in optimising the production process and ensuring the quality and efficiency of electronic products.

Salary: This position comes with a very competitive market related salary and comprehensive benefits package. Please call Alan for more details on both.

Hours of work: - 37.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday.

Hours are flexible and to be agreed, generally between: 8am - 4pm, or 8.30am - 4.30pm or 9am - 5pm.

Benefits:

24 days holiday

Christmas closure (3 days holiday to be used for this)

Buy/Sell up to 3 days holiday

Nest Pension - 5% Employee, 3% Employer

Free parking

Gym Discount on New Forest Gyms

Ride to Work scheme

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive continuous improvement strategy aligned with organisational goals and objectives.
• Design, document, and implement processes to facilitate the efficient manufacture of new and existing products.
• Provide communication and training on new and modified processes.
• Lead and work on projects with multidisciplinary team members to ensure effective delivery of goals.
• Drive the adoption of Lean Six Sigma principles and methodologies throughout the organization, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
• Collect, analyse, summarise, and present production and process data, information and trends to management.
• Estimate staffing requirements, production times, and relative costs to provide data for operational decisions.
• Keep abreast of relevant industry advances and champion their introduction.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory approvals, quality standards and similar. 

Essential Requirements:

• Strong problem solving skills; able to diagnose and solve any issue within the domain of manufacturing engineering.
• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in production engineering, electronics, or mechanical field.
• Able to clearly communicate complex technical details and ideas.
• Good commercial and financial understanding.

Desirable Skills:

• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a modern electronics, software and mechanical device manufacturing environment.
• Certification and experience in process improvement (Green Belt in Lean Six Sigma).
• Project management.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to effectively interpret data and derive actionable insights.
• Able to write and edit in scripting languages (e.g., Python, AutoIt, PowerShell) and work with databases.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

 To apply for this position please submit an up to date CV and alternatively please call Alan for a more detailed job spec and details about the company.