Graduate Manufacturing Engineer Newton Abbot 2024

MB Aerospace is an international group providing complex engineering solutions to some of the key names in the Aerospace and Defence market. Operating from sites close to our key customers in North America, Asia and Europe, the MB Aerospace group provides advanced technological solutions to the Aerospace and Defence industry, leveraging an in-depth knowledge of fabrications, machining and the global supply chain to support complex aero-engine component manufacture and repair.

The role

The Graduate Manufacturing Engineer will assist the manufacturing engineering team in providing technical engineering support and expertise for new product/process introduction programmes and implementing strategies for improving manufacturing process capability on current production operations.

In partnership with the Manufacturing Engineering Team, this role will also be accountable for ensuring technical support in estimating and launching new programs (NPI) and measuring and improving existing programs within the business continuous improvement program.

Key responsibilities

• To improve manufacturing performance with regard to process capability, output, productivity, and cost.
• To provide expert knowledge of manufacturing processes including close tolerance machining, automation, and test systems.
• To deliver robust manufacturing solutions for new product/components in line with the MB Aerospace NPI process to meet the required HS&E aspects, first time quality, installed capacity and cost.
• To provide expertise in supporting the business with regard to the MB Aerospace Manufacturing Systems, policies, and procedures. This includes all planning documentation, routings etc.
• To support the business by providing expertise and driving quality systems including the management of statistical methods, problem solving techniques and continuous improvement.
• To deliver manufacturing process documentation and training in line with business training standards.
• Cost estimating on new opportunities.
• Develop capable processes and standard work within manufacturing engineering and manufacturing operations and ensure compliance.
• To maintain a clean and tidy operating environment at all times through an active and practical approach to all 6S and HSE issues.

Job requirements

• Qualified to degree level (second class and above) or equivalent in an engineering discipline with an interest in manufacturing
• Strong desire to meet the goals and learn new things
• Agile thinking, flexibility with higher volume of information and speed of the business
• Adaptability, creative thinking & problem solving
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently
• Displays integrity and respect at all times
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects, prioritise under pressure and be self-motivating
• Ability to use technology effectively and efficiently to manage workload
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and ability to create documents, reports and briefing materials in Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Must have a valid passport
• Domestic and International travel may be required.

Salary & benefits

• MB Aerospace funded opportunities to study production and engineering qualifications.
• 25 days annual holiday + bank holidays.
• Secure on-site parking.
• Contributory pension.
• Health care cash back plan.
• Life insurance.
• Employee Assistance and Lifestyle Programme.
• Entrepreneurial and supportive company culture.

The duties of the post may change from time to time without altering their general character or the level of responsibility entailed.

The job holder must

• Be aware of the Company’s aims, organisational values and behaviours and their impact on this post.
• Carry out the duties of the post in accordance with the Company’s Equality & Inclusivity in Employment Policy.
• Carry out all duties and responsibilities with reasonable care for the health and safety of you and any other person who may be affected by your acts or omissions at work and to co-operate fully with the Company in health and safety matters.
• To comply with the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act.
• The above-mentioned duties are neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the post holder may be called upon to carry out such other appropriate duties as may be required within the grading level of the post and the competence of the post holder.