Production Engineer
Location: Banbury
Hours: Mon-Thurs 7:30-4:30 Fri 7:30-12:00
Pay: £52,000-£56,909 p/a
Norbar Torque Tools Ltd., the world-leading torque tool manufacturer, is looking to recruit a Production Engineer to support our Manufacturing and Special Products operations.
At Norbar, we strive to create a great place to work every day. We are looking for candidates who share our core values, being strong team players, treating all colleagues with respect and always doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.
The Role
The role will work alongside Engineering and Manufacturing, supporting the Special Products process in all aspects of New Product Introduction (NPI). In addition, the successful candidate will provide manufacturing improvement engineering support across general production activities, helping to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost (SQDC) performance.
The role will involve working across two locations and participating in project teams focused on process improvement, product development and new product introduction.
Key Responsibilities
- Verify provisional manufacturing routings and Bills of Materials (BOMs) on which costings are based.
- Check drawing suitability for manufacture, suggesting improvements to ease manufacture, reduce cost and improve manufacturability.
- Produce ASC routings once drawings have been detailed.
- Design manufacturing jigs and fixtures using CAD.
- Identify tooling requirements and arrange orders where necessary.
- Ensure the correct assembly equipment is available when required.
- Update feedback information from the shop floor to ensure current system data remains accurate.
- Work alongside Engineering and Manufacturing to investigate new technologies relating to materials, processes, tooling and other relevant areas.
- Participate in New Product Introduction (NPI) and Continuous Improvement (CI) project implementation phases.
- Liaise with Engineering to understand design and product issues, providing manufacturing considerations and feedback for future designs to reduce issues and associated risks.
- Develop and review Process Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (PFMEAs) to identify, assess and reduce potential process risks.
Essential Requirements
- Engineering-related HNC (or equivalent).
- Several years' experience in a Production or Manufacturing Engineering role.
- Good understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, routings and BOMs.
- Experience with CAD design of tooling, jigs and fixtures.
- Understanding of PFMEA development and review.
- Proven experience of problem-solving and delivering process improvements.
- Good communication skills and ability to work across Engineering and Manufacturing teams.
Desirable Requirements
- Experience in a high-volume assembly environment.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement.
- Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI).
What We Offer
- Non-guaranteed bonus scheme.
- 5 weeks' holiday plus bank holidays.
- Sick pay scheme.
- 6.8% company pension contribution, with total pension contributions of up to 12.8%.
- Access to an award-winning on-site restaurant and lifestyle benefits.
- Employee Assistance Programme and ongoing professional support.
Production Engineer employer: Norbar Torque Tools Limited
Norbar Torque Tools Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where skilled professionals can thrive. With competitive salaries, generous weekend premiums, and a strong focus on employee growth through ongoing training, we foster a culture of excellence and innovation. Located in a supportive community, our employees enjoy access to on-site amenities and a comprehensive benefits package that ensures their well-being and professional development.
Contact Details:
Norbar Torque Tools Limited Recruitment Team
