Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer -Process Improvement Team

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The team
What is the process improvement team? The PI team is a multi-disciplined function which contains all the broad necessary skill sets for managing change. Process Improvement is not as simple as making a process faster or safer through R&D engineering or qualified purchasing, it requires planned communications, financial modelling, production experience and careful diplomacy to ensure that the proposed changes are taken positively and will be implemented.

Skills & Experience:
Has a sound level of knowledge & experience in a combination of manufacturing technologies, processes & methods. Has a good level of experience in low & high volume production, Automotive, Aerospace, cosmetic, food or pharmaceutical experience advantageous. Has a good understanding of Lean methodologies & associated tools / methods and is capable of deploying them to develop opportunities for improvement. Able to carry out a variety of process improvement assignments and tasks to deliver the related solution to the agreed schedule.

-Has good understanding of manufacturing processes & procedures

• Has a good level of engineering, scientific and other technical knowledge
• Strong problem-solving skills and logical approach
• Able to effectively plan and prioritise activities
• Ability to present data effectively
• Sound understanding of Health and Safety practises
• Exercises sound latitude and technical judgement in deciding work methods
• Ability to train the work group and lead teams within the work group
• Proactively seeking out new opportunities for the business to reduce cost
• Proficient in using computer applications including google docs

Responsibilities:

• Support our manufacturing sites to develop new processes & specify new equipment.
• Be capable of specifying new systems and processes to ensure the cost effective integration of new equipment or for the improvement of existing ones into our manufacturing operations.
• Ensure all product and system requirements are taken into account from the initial product conception to the finished result.
• Assist our manufacturing sites with floor layout, cell designs & automated flow lines & generating the associated technical data in support of the proposed solutions.
• Able to deploy “Process Mapping” & other lean tools, methods & practices.
• Improve manufacturing efficiency by analysing and planning workflow, space requirements and equipment layout.
• Generating & presenting relevant data, documentation & reports.
• Reduce variability in manufacturing by providing guidance on standard work methods and work instructions.
• Oversee installation of machinery and equipment – as required.
• Produce & Maintain any statistical data.
• Able to identify & propose the removal of waste from any of our processes.
• Poka Yoke manufacturing processes & methods where possible to eliminate errors.
• Investigate production and process issues providing technical support and training.
• Keep up with current and developing manufacturing trends & equipment developments.
• Undertake continuous training and development.
• Perform root cause analysis and resolve problems.
• Train people within own work group as well as manufacturing operatives.
• Supervise subcontractors as required.
• Comply with the Environmental Policies.

What’s it like working for Lush
People are at the heart of our business. We want you to enjoy and challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know, so we’ve created a culture where your job description is a starting point, not an end goal. Our working style is flexible, fluid, supportive, and authentic - if you’ve got the drive to push yourself and try different things, you will have our support. You can find more information here -weare.lush.com

Employee perks:

• Bonus scheme
• 50% discount on Lush products and spa treatments
• Pension scheme and much more…