Production Engineer
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£45,000
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
Our predicted code SOC 2125 (79% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £45,000, and Nifco UK Limited is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the published rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
PRODUCTION ENGINEER
Main Duties:
To develop new and existing manufacturing methods within Nifco UK and support productions needs.
Refurbishment and re-engineering of existing assembly equipment to achieve OEE improvement objectives.
Carry out TPM activities to sustain machine condition and performance standards.
Identify opportunities for waste elimination and automation through robust engineering solutions.
Support programme introductions with new equipment installation/modification of existing equipment.
Project-manage new assembly and moulding equipment introduction.
Assist in the design of new assembly equipment.
Train existing personnel and identify training needs.
Liaise with production to meet the ongoing needs of production e.g. Fault finding, diagnostics
Assist and develop production with the implementation of their improvement plans i.e. reject reduction, machine utilisation,cycle times ,Raw material utilisation, tooling problems, improved automation, etc.
Investigate new manufacturing methods and propose introduction/ budgets of equipment.
Ensure that new projects meet the required introduction timing.
Create action plans to overcome problems.
Participate and promote good health and safety practice at all times.
Carry out risk assessments on all new equipment.
Manage, develop and create procedures to improve Production engineering operations.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
Essential:
HNC or degree in Electrical engineering or Mechanical engineering, or Mechatronics
PLC Programming
Pneumatic and Hydraulic systems
Desirable:
Electrical installation IEE 17th edition
Experience programming Cartesian and 6 axis robots
Experience of vision checking systems
Visual basic programming
Familiarity with Kaizen, 5s, PPS, 8D or 6 sigma techniques
Working Hours
Currently, day shift hours will be worked in line with the business
Applications
Please forward CV and cover letter to the HR Department.
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Where this offer sits in the market
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Nifco UK Limited holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2125 going rate of £45,000. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.