Manufacturing Specialist
As a key team member, you will be responsible for driving the conception, design, development and installation of new products or production lines. Your duties will include enhancing the efficiency of production processes to become more cost-effective over time, resolving complex technical problems and selecting precision tools for different machines.
Primary Responsibilities:
* Support manufacturing by resolving issues, providing tools and implementing new products into production.
* Lead process optimisation using engineering and continuous improvement techniques to streamline product flow through the manufacturing cell.
* Use industrial engineering techniques and company standards to establish resource requirements and material flow.
* Analyse product structures and processes to eliminate inefficiencies and reduce costs.
* Perform Design of Experiments (DOE) to optimise manufacturing cell performance.
* Ensure Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are achieved.
* Maintain compliance with ISO/TS16949 standards in the manufacturing area.
* Evaluate and recommend improvements to quality control processes.
* Analyse and report on production processes, downtime, cycle times, machine availability and waste management.
* Ensure manufacturing processes comply with policies and relevant government laws.
* Review tool and equipment costs, predict future production overheads and optimise workflow, space and equipment placement.
* Coordinate maintenance and repairs to keep equipment operational.
* Establish effective work sequences to maximise efficiency.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Degree in Engineering or a related Science discipline.
* Working knowledge of automation and assembly processes, laser welding systems, robotics, automation systems & dispense systems, validation lifecycle, Six Sigma problem solving.
* Supervisory experience is an advantage.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
* Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to collaborate with diverse teams.
* Proficiency in computer-aided modelling and design software.
* In-depth knowledge of manufacturing production, processes and equipment.
* Result-oriented approach.
* Knowledge of engineering science and knowledge.