We’re looking for a skilled and experienced Production Engineer to work with our production and R&D teams. You will be helping implement production processes and procedures and leading productivity improvements with project-based activities. This will include new product introduction and manufacturing cell design to reduce waste, improve quality and safety, and reduce operating costs. Work could take place on many phases or sub-tasks of projects, or entire projects, with results having a real impact on project completion.
The Person:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Highly organised with the ability to multitask
- Diligent and analytical, with a good eye for detail
- Enthusiastic, with the ability to motivate
- Understanding of manufacturing processes
- Comfortable with  engineering, scientific and other technical information
- Strong problem-solving skills and a logical approach
- Familiarity with current Health and Safety practices
- Ability to train the work group and lead teams within the work group
Duties to include:
- Support manufacturing on a daily basis
- Work alongside Research & Development team on new product introductions
- Plan and schedule PPM (planned preventative maintenance).
- Liaise with other engineers to develop improvement plans where necessary.
- Develop and draught improved production processes.
- Diagnose problems in the production line and provide recommendations and training.
- Establish safety procedures and protocols that take workers well-being into account.
- Liaise with research and development staff to ensure seamless transition
- Design new systems, equipment and processes for the introduction of future new products, or the improvement of existing ones
- Plan and organise working areas and equipment
Experience required:
- Higher Diploma in Engineering
- Production line set up
- Effective communication at all levels
- Use of MRP/ERP systems
Advantageous:
- Automation/Robotics
- CAD
- Understands 5S methodology
- Understands ISO9001/2015 requirements
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer the following benefits:
- Enhanced sick pay
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced pension
- Free onsite parking
- Employee discount
- Free tea and coffee
Here at Celestion we know it’s our people that make our business great, we work hard as a team and do our best to ensure our staff feel supported and valued. Please note, due to the location of our office you will ideally need to have your own transport.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent.
Salary: Competitive, plus discretionary annual bonus.
To apply, send your CV and a covering letter to: Human Resources, Celestion, Claydon Business Park, Great Blakenham, Ipswich IP6 0NL, UK or via email.
