Permanent or Fixed Term Contract Manufacturing Engineer Ayr, Scotland
Job description
About Us
Alex Begg produces luxurious cashmere scarves and throws for the Begg x Co brand as well as some of the world’s most prestigious fashion houses. With generations of knowledge and experience, our talented people are the key to our continued success.
The Role
The role is critical to the success of the business, designing end-to-end processes that optimize efficiency while controlling costs. You will become involved in everything from the physical to the systemic.
Main Duties and Responsibilites
Define, design, document, and implement strong processes, controls, and quality systems in response to new business opportunities.
Drive systemic process changes that would improve quality, increase capabilities, improve efficiencies, and reduce processing costs.
Collaborate and communicate with, internal functions and external sub-contractors regarding processes, recording and reporting issues, and providing recommendations for problem resolution where appropriate.
Responsible for the correct and efficient use of Lean Tools and Techniques. (A3’s, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Root Cause Analysis etc.)
Support and drive continuous improvements through analysing manufacturing data to drive effective conclusion.
Support the business in its strategic outcomes in terms of revenue generation, growth, and sustainability.
Qualifications/Education
- Professionally Qualified Engineer (e.g. UK minimum HND/foundation degree or other national equivalent)
- General awareness of Manufacturing Systems and enabling software tools relevant to the business
- Attainment of a Six Sigma belt; Black or Green desired
Personal Attributes
- Your experience will be gained in another similarly complex, fast-moving materials environment.
- Is Quality focused, showing attention to detail, organisation and a drive to make-a-difference
- Shows a passion for the company and the products, demonstrating enthusiasm, positive attitude and an ability to drive results.
- Embraces change, shows initiative and continuously looks to make improvements.
- Shows craftsmanship in all activities, working competently and professionally.
- Strives for personal excellence with a commitment to continuous personal and professional development.
If you believe you are an outstanding candidate for the job please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter to peak our interest to [email protected]
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Temporary contract
Contract length: 9 months
Salary: From £37,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexitime
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
- Yearly bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Ayr, KA8 8HJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 01/05/2023
