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Introduction

We require a Manufacturing Engineer to join our busy team based in Abercynon, South Wales. 

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing the systems and processes required for introduction of new products or improving existing products systems and processes.

They must develop and maintain robust, cost-efficient manufacturing processes and product structures consistent with lean manufacturing practices. Must be mindful of process and test capabilities and recognize organisational core competencies. Ensures root cause and failure analysis is performed as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Working as part of a project team liaising with design, production, supply chain and quality departments to deliver projects on time and to a high-quality standard.
• Identifying improvements in manufacturing processes and managing projects to implement process improvements
• Lead the team in the achievement of the operational KPIs and budgeted requirements
• Identifying improvements in manufacturing processes and managing projects to implement process improvements
• Support the safe and effective use of people and equipment to achieve the daily/ weekly/ monthly production plan.
• Work in conjunction with the Planning department to the TOC process to meet the requirements of the capacity plan in the optimal way.

Competancy

• Ability to identify and implement effective training requirements.
• A role model of the TT Way behaviours for your team and colleagues.
• Display always the highest level of professional integrity and honesty.
• Ability to be able to communicate competently and effectively at all levels supported by strong listening skills.
• A flexible approach to team working with the ability to both lead and work as part of the wider operational team.
• Demonstrates a participative management style to encourage team engagement.
• Structured and systematic approach.
• Flexible and open-minded approach with a determination to succeed.

Core Requirements

• HNC/ HND or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline.
• Fundamental knowledge of DFMEA / PFMEA to influence Product definition / final form manufacture
• Experience of manipulating and viewing 3D CAD data to extract information
• Ability to interpret 2D drawings
• Excellent knowledge of design for assembly/manufacture methodology
• A clear understanding of how a manufacturing process should be configured to ensure stable and effective outputs.
• Demonstrated ability to implement lean improvements in a structured way to continually improve the manufacturing performance.
• Ability to identify and implement new technologies to add value to the existing processes.
• Manage and control costs in line with budgets.

Desireable Skills and Experience

• Previous experience of military and traction projects.
• Experience in automation/robotics
• Experience using CAD/CAM package
• Six Sigma Qualification
• Previous experience in connector or harness manufacturing.
• Knowledge of our customers and their industry.

What We Offer

From this role you will have the opportunity to develop the experience needed to explore and progress to more senior leadership roles within the TT Electronics Abercynon or the wider group if this is in your own career plan.

• Enhanced pension contributions
• Healthcare cashback plan
• Employee assistance programme
• Site incentive plan
• Financial wellbeing benefit
• Discounted online and high street shopping and lifestyle vouchers
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted RAC membership
• Discounted Gym membership at local leisure centres
• Specsavers vouchers
• 183.75 hours annual leave plus bank holidays
• Free Weekly Fruit
• A supportive and friendly working environment with a focus on wellbeing and sustainability

TT Electronics are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and actively encourage applications from under-represented groups.

Our Recruitment Process 

Initially we will reach out to you for an informal conversation about the role. This will allow you the opportunity to ask questions and find out more about TT, our site and our team. It will also give us the chance to learn more about you and your experience to date. At this point both parties have the opportunity to decide if they would like to continue with the process.

Formal Interviews will be held on site and include a tour of the facility.

Due to the specific projects TT Electronics Abercynon Supports we are unable to sponsor work visas for this role. Candidates will be required to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard Clearance and hold UK or US citizenship.

Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre and during employment drug and alcohol testing.

Solving Technology Challenges for a Sustainable World

We want the very best people in our TT family across the globe – so we welcome applications from everyone, to celebrate a diverse mix of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all and you can rest assured that TT Electronics takes positive steps to ensure we are an inclusive business, that will welcome and support you, from your initial application to wherever your career takes you! Please get in touch if you’d like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to your application, in order that we can accommodate and support you in the process. If you want to work for a company where who you are is valued and respected, we’d love to hear from you.  

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