Manufacturing Engineer

Mane Contract Services
Hertfordshire
1 week ago
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About the Role:

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Manufacturing Validation Engineer to join our Procurement & Supply Chain team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring our suppliers meet the highest standards for quality, cost, and delivery. You will be responsible for supporting suppliers, managing a portfolio across multiple projects, and contributing to key validation activities in preparation for series production.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Supplier Capability Assessment & Validation:Assess and validate suppliers' ability to meet company requirements and drive continuous improvement.
  • Manufacturing System Support:Collaborate with suppliers to help develop robust manufacturing systems and control plans that ensure on-time, on-quality, and on-cost production.
  • Industrial Validation Activities:Undertake key activities such as Process FMEAs, Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) assessments, and Production Readiness Reviews for new product introductions (NPI).
  • Supplier Portfolio Management:Handle a portfolio of suppliers on a day-to-day basis, ensuring smooth project delivery.
  • Risk Identification & Mitigation:Proactively identify manufacturing and supply chain risks, and develop action plans to address and mitigate these risks.
  • Manufacturing Capability Transfer:Support the transfer of manufacturing capability from in-house production to suppliers.
  • Reporting & Communication:Track and report validation progress to senior engineers, management, and other stakeholders.


What We’re Looking for:

  • Manufacturing Engineering Experience:Strong background in manufacturing processes, techniques, and industrial validation.
  • Experience in Aerospace or Defence:Previous experience in manufacturing and NPI within the Aerospace or Defence sectors is highly desirable.
  • Expertise in Industrial Validation Tools:Proficient in tools such as Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Process FMEAs, Measurement System Analysis, Process Mapping, MRL assessments, and Production Readiness Reviews.
  • Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement:Practical knowledge of problem-solving and improvement toolsets.
  • Analytical & Reporting Skills:Strong analytical abilities with the capacity to run reports in Excel, use SAP QM, and document management tools.
  • Communication Skills:Excellent interpersonal skills for working closely with Design, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality teams.
  • Team-Oriented & Willingness to Travel:Ability to work effectively as part of a team and travel as required.


Company Benefits:

  • Bonus Scheme:Up to £2,500 (based on company performance, annual variation)
  • Pension Scheme:Employer and employee contributions up to 14%
  • Overtime:Opportunities for paid overtime
  • Flexi Leave:Up to 15 additional days of leave
  • Flexible Working:We are open to flexible working arrangements
  • Salary:Circa £38,000 (Dependent on Experience)
  • Location:Bolton or Hertfordshire (Relocation support may be available)
  • Working Hours:Hybrid working (2 days per week on-site due to workload classification)





If you feel this role is suitable please contact me on 01923 470 763 or alternatively send a copy of your cv to my email address:

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