Build Supervisor in Abingdon

OpTek Systems is a global supplier of laser processing tools and sub-contract laser machining services.

Role Purpose: Conduct, oversee and coordinate all build and wiring of complex special purpose machines incorporating mechanical and electrical components and lasers.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and conduct daily build operations, ensuring adherence to production schedules and quality standards.
• Coordinate resources, materials, and personnel to meet project timelines.
• Wire special purpose machinery following electrical schematics.
• Mechanically assemble special purpose machinery with reference to 3D CAD models.
• Install and route pneumatic piping and electrical cables through machinery in accordance with best practice.
• Provide technical guidance and support to build team during complex builds.
• Electrically test machines following build.
• Monitor the build area ensuring it is tidy, efficiently organised and adheres to health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Maintain accurate documentation of build progress, issues, and resolutions to enable requests for concessions and ENCs from the design team to resolve build-related challenges.
• Collaborate with other relevant departments to resolve all build-related challenges.
• Work with the operations and engineering teams to ensure parts and drawings are available on the shop floor when needed. This will also involve monitoring build consumable stock levels.
• Ability to use workshop machines to modify components would be an advantage.
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of work instructions, SOPs and build guidelines.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimise build processes and reduce waste.
• Lead, train and mentor team members to enhance skills and performance ensuring standards, efficiency and deadlines are met.
• Rectifications to systems in commissioning and in house use.
• Occasional travel to international locations to install, maintain, or repair laser systems.
• Additionally, the role may involve other duties and responsibilities as appropriate for the position.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of mechanical/electrical assembly processes and build practices.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in using build documentation and systems.
• Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Education and Experience

• Qualification in Electrical Engineering such as HNC/HND.
• Desirable to have at least 2 years’ experience in a supervisory role.
• Significant experience of panel building and wiring.
• Experience of mechanical assembly of machinery.
• Ability to understand technical drawings, both electrical and mechanical.
• Knowledge of electrical test equipment.

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