I'm looking for a Production Engineer to join a global electronics manufacturer based in Rochdale, Greater Manchester.

Role Responsibilities:

Support the technical engineering input within Operations (Manufacturing, Quality & Supply Chain)
Support the technical justification for change control within an Operations environment
Supporting the supply chain function with technical queries, including supplier visit, capability assessments and audits as required
Supporting the Engineering (NPI) function with change control feedback
Presenting change control technical rational into the Engineering Design Authority
Support the implementation of fresh, cost effective, best practice technological methods which enhances operational performance and customer satisfaction
Maintain constant self-learning and development routines

Essential Competences:

Ability to problem solve a wide range of technical issues (Electrical & Process)
Must be an experienced engineer from a similar industry, able to demonstrate multi-functional engineering competence
Understanding of Lean Principles and process variation- Green Belt desirable
Understanding of Core Manufacturing tools and able to implement - OEE, Value Stream Mapping, Continuous improvement methods i.e. Kaizen
Have a solid understanding of APQP so to assist members of NPI Team

Qualifications, Experience and Personal Attributes:

Qualified to a minimum of HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or relevant experience in electronic manufacturing (Aerospace industry experience is desirable)
Excellent communication skills
Excellent cross functional team working skills
Strong participant in cross functional teams supporting Manufacturing
Microsoft Office experience
Be proactive using methods so to prevent failures within Customer/Production - PFMEA or Ishikawa

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Production Engineer to join a very successful and well-funded business.