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Job Ref

N65-1A

Location

Newton Abbot

Closing Date

Friday, June 23, 2023

Graduate Manufacturing Engineer

About Us
MB Aerospace is an international group providing complex engineering solutions to some of the key names in the Aerospace and Defense 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 Defense industry, leveraging an in-depth knowledge of fabrications, machining and the global supply chain to support complex aero-engine component manufacture and repair.
The Newton Abbot operation generates revenues in excess of £40 million (UK), has a total headcount of approximately 500. This position will sit in Newton Abbot, Devon, United Kingdom.

Job Description
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.

MB Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MB Aerospace is a subcontractor to the United States Government and provides defense services involving technical data and products governed by the Arms Export Control Act and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. parts 120 - 130 and the Export Administration Act and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 C.F.R. parts 730 – 774 (“Export Laws”). All candidates are subject to review and governance under such Export Laws and any offer of employment may be subject to additional considerations and/or conditions.

MB Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other protected class. MB Aerospace is committed to ensuring that its online application process provides an equal opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact us.