The post holder will be responsible for supporting Manufacturing Engineering activities in one or a combination of the following areas of responsibilities:
Product design
Process design
Equipment/Tool design
Production system design
Automated systems and control
Quality & continuous Improvement
Responsibilities
Programming 3 and 5 axis CNC Milling Machines
Cutting tool selection and work holding tool design
Validating programming quality through part FAI
Creation of machine set up sheets & operator work instructions
Improving and working to lean manufacturing process
Ensuring the safety of both employees and machinery
Training / mentoring less experienced programmers within the department
Liaise with tooling and software manufacturers to drive Continuous Improvement
Investigate and apply techniques to reduce cycle times and explore new technology to improve workshop throughput
Reward
Competitive salary
Annual bonus (linked to company performance)
33 days annual leave (Increase after 5 years' service)
37.5 hours per week
Flexi time working
£5,000 employee referral bonus
Health cash plan
Contributory Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
Holiday Purchase Scheme - Salary Sacrifice
Electric Car Scheme - Salary Sacrifice
Cycle to Work Scheme
Life Assurance Scheme at x4 gross salary
Competitive enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
IVF & Assisted Conception Policy
Women in Business Membership
Wellbeing Initiatives
Employee Recognition scheme
Long Service Awards
Local charity / sponsorship activities
Dedicated employee parking
Discounted Gym membership
Learning and development opportunities
Career progression
RequirementsEssential
3 years’ machining experience
3 years’ offline programming experience using a CAM package. (Mastercam Hypermill / Delcam / Catia or equivalent)
Relevant Manufacturing/Engineering degree is preferred, or HND, BTec Professional Level 5 Award or equivalent NVQ Level 5 qualifications
Experience working within a lean Manufacturing environment
Able to read and interpret engineering drawings
Possess strong computer skills to include all programs in the Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent communication skills
Good time management skills
Flexible attitude to changing deadlines.
Desirable
Working knowledge of Fanuc and Heidenhain controls
We reserve the right to enhance criteria on shortlisting.Thompson Aero Seating is an Equal Opportunities employer.For further infomation contact
