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Operational Support Engineer
Location
Gillingham, Kent
Position Overview
To support operations in ensuring that all methods of manufacture adhere to all aspects of Safety, Quality, Volume and Cost
Roles & Responsibilities
Not product specific, to work on process and product quality improvements / process issues across the site, as directed
Ensure that the work environment meets the requirements for environmental, ergonomic and health & safety considerations * Lineside 'hands on' technical support to the working group, supporting the operator on the process to resolve problems
Be responsible for ensuring that all equipment used in manufacturing or assembly processes is functioning and achieves required safety, quality and volume requirements
Support the hourly needs of the operation by monitoring and responding to process output signals such as OA performance, Traffic light charts,OE, FTQ data etc. * Be responsible for ensuring that all gauging equipment used in manufacturing or assembly processes is functioning, working within specification and calibrated * Maintain process to ensure adherence to accepted quality standards and to the sites quality system requirements
To ensure control of departmental key characteristics (M,C,L, QCI)
To generate, process and employ the use of data in problem resolution
To provide structured problem solving activity and liaise with internal and/or external individuals on problem resolution
Carry out FMEA / RFMEA process documentation and implement improvements
To create operational standard work and line balance, understanding process constraints, and areas for improvement * Deliver robust projects and process improvements from concept through to completion - to include mc operation, set up and validation
Identify and deliver cost savings opportunities, whilst maintaining product quality and volume
Job Authorities
Ability to modify and update Technical documents, where appropriate
Skills
Mandatory
Understanding of EH&S requirements, and methods of assessment ??Capable of assessing risks
A structured, organised approach to working
Analytical and data literate, demonstrate the use of data to solve problems
Proficient in the use of MS word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, project etc.
Understanding of Engineering drawings and Geometric tolerancing
Knowledge of Key characteristics (MC&L)
Design capability using CAD / Solidworks
Understanding of process and gauge capability, and required controls (MSA)
Have the ability to get teams engaged in the improvement of the process
Operational support Engineer Job Description
Ability to develop and present technical presentations to management and others
Strong project management skills 'with meet the objectives and milestones' mentality
Understanding of PFMEA and risk analysis
Appreciation of SPC controls
Understanding of process capability and control (cpk,ppk)
Desirable
Usage of AS400 system to implement routings, tools etc
Attributes
Comply with Health and Safety regulations such as PPE, showing responsibility of personal safety and that of others
* Flexible and adaptable approach
* Innovative thinker
* Customer focused
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Good organisational skills, including attention to detail
* Self-motivated and have a strong and flexible attitude towards work
* Ability to multi task, work under pressure and to deadlines when required
* The ability to prioritise and organise own workload
* Treat work colleagues with respect (Equality and Diver
Experience & Qualifications
Mandatory
(Mechanical) Engineering Degree or 'time served' or relevant industry experience in a broad spectrum of activities.
Hands on experience of CNC machining processes in a manufacturing environment - grinding, turning, milling etc.
Desirable
Trained in Shainin / Six Sigma
Knowledge of problem analysis techniques such as 5 why, 8D, ishikawa * Experience of working on projects / improvements from concept through to completion - to include mc operation, set up and valid