Production Engineer Responsibilities:
- Provide technical support to production areas, optimising processes to achieve OEE objectives and production KPIs
- Analyse and improve production efficiency, implementing strategies to reduce waste and enhance performance
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for production processes
- Collaborate with quality control and product development teams to ensure products meet required standards and specifications
- Troubleshoot equipment issues, implement preventive maintenance schedules, and liaise with suppliers to resolve technical problems
- Monitor key production metrics, reporting findings to management and recommending innovative solutions
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and environmental standards
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, fostering a culture of efficiency and quality across the organisation
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design and Product Development Engineering, or a related field
- Proficiency in MS Office suite and administrative tasks
- Fluent in English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in production engineering or a related field
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
- Familiarity with quality control processes and standards
- Understanding of health and safety regulations in manufacturing environments
- Experience with process analysis and optimization techniques
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications (CAD tools)
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
- Lean Manufacturing: Basic knowledge of Lean elements such as: 5S, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, Kanban, Point-of-Use.
- Pokayoke, Process Mapping, SMED, etc.
The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise, analytical skills, and a commitment to driving efficiency and quality in production processes. We are seeking a professional who can contribute to our team's success through innovative thinking and a dedication to continuous improvement.
About the Company
Find more than just a job – find your peace of mind! All around the globe customers rely on our safe connecting solutions. But we are also a reliable partner for our employees. About 2,000 colleagues in more than 30 countries play their part in ensuring that our products are the trusted solution for mission-critical applications. Whether it’s engines, airbags, or heart pumps – every day we develop connecting solutions for a wide variety of industries and thus take important steps towards a better future. Would you like to be a part of it?
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