Manufacturing Engineer

Halewood
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Shape the Future of Automotive Technology! Manufacturing Engineer - Assembly - Ford Halewood

Join Ford Halewood Transmissions, a global leader in electric vehicle technology, as a Manufacturing Engineer and play a crucial role in shaping the future of automotive manufacturing.

You'll be at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technologies and processes within our newly transformed Halewood facility.

Salary: ££39,073.33 - £61,116.53 (inclusive of 35% holiday bonus for 33 days per year; 25 vacation and 8 bank holidays)

Hours: Monday to Thursday 7:00-15:30 and Friday 7:00-12:30

Benefits:

Access to the Employee Development and Assistance Programme (EDAP)
Discounted Ford vehicles through the Privilege scheme
Competitive pension scheme and annual salary increases
Generous holiday allowance of 25 days
Take advantage of the Cycle to Work Scheme
Enjoy on-site facilities such as a gym, sauna, steam room, and moreIn this dynamic role, you'll:

Lead and manage major capital projects focused on Assembly processes, ensuring safety, cost control, and on-time delivery while adhering to engineering standards.
Own and optimise manufacturing processes for key components and assemblies, driving continuous improvement initiatives and maximising cost-efficiency.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, managers, production personnel, and maintenance professionals, to deliver high-quality results.
Apply your expertise in machining processes like turning, drilling, spline rolling, and diameter grinding to enhance operational efficiency and product quality.
Contribute to a culture of safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, championing Lean manufacturing techniques and a zero-accident environment.
Control costs to ensure best possible value for the company
Devise and implement efficiency improvements
Monitor compliance to necessary standards; GIS, TS16949, ISO14001 & ISO18001
Drive Reliability and Maintainability philosophy from enquiry to installation
Identify and implement innovative solutions to engineering issues
Effectively manage contractors in all aspects of projects, especially health and safety and project controlThis is an exciting opportunity for a driven Manufacturing Engineer with:

Degree in automotive or mechanical engineering - Essential
Experience in a similar environment - Essential.
General computer literacy and familiar with Excel, Word or equivalent and project management
software (eg Project)
Analytical mindset, with some data science skills would be beneficial.
Ability to direct teams
Project management and change management experience is essential.
Conventional machining processes (turning, drilling, grinding)
Gear machining (hobbing, honing, helical grinding, laser welding)
Project management and problem-solving methodologies (8Ds, 5 Why, Six Sigma)
Lean manufacturing, ergonomics, manual handling, and Statistical Process Control (SPC)You will:

Utilise your knowledge of project management and problem-solving techniques to manage complex projects and meet tight deadlines.
Work with Microsoft Office and project management software to analyse data, track progress, and drive improvements.
Demonstrate strong communication and leadership skills to effectively collaborate with teams and drive innovation.
Be a highly motivated and resilient individual with a passion for continuous improvement and a commitment to safety.The Company is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity for all and is opposed to any form of less favourable treatment or harassment on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sex, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or disability. This vacancy is advertised in line with the FORD equal opportunities policy

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