Position

Operational Support Engineer

Location

Gillingham, Kent

Position Overview

To support operations in ensuring that all methods of manufacture adhere to all aspects of Safety, Quality, Volume and Cost

Roles & Responsibilities

• Not product specific, to work on process and product quality improvements / process issues across the site, as directed
• Ensure that the work environment meets the requirements for environmental, ergonomic and health & safety considerations • Lineside ‘hands on’ technical support to the working group, supporting the operator on the process to resolve problems
• Be responsible for ensuring that all equipment used in manufacturing or assembly processes is functioning and achieves required safety, quality and volume requirements
• Support the hourly needs of the operation by monitoring and responding to process output signals such as OA performance, Traffic light charts,OE, FTQ data etc. • Be responsible for ensuring that all gauging equipment used in manufacturing or assembly processes is functioning, working within specification and calibrated • Maintain process to ensure adherence to accepted quality standards and to the sites quality system requirements
• To ensure control of departmental key characteristics (M,C,L, QCI)
• To generate, process and employ the use of data in problem resolution
• To provide structured problem solving activity and liaise with internal and/or external individuals on problem resolution
• Carry out FMEA / RFMEA process documentation and implement improvements
• To create operational standard work and line balance, understanding process constraints, and areas for improvement • Deliver robust projects and process improvements from concept through to completion – to include mc operation, set up and validation
• Identify and deliver cost savings opportunities, whilst maintaining product quality and volume

Job Authorities

• Ability to modify and update Technical documents, where appropriate

Skills

Mandatory

• Understanding of EH&S requirements, and methods of assessment ▪Capable of assessing risks
• A structured, organised approach to working
• Analytical and data literate, demonstrate the use of data to solve problems
• Proficient in the use of MS word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, project etc.
• Understanding of Engineering drawings and Geometric tolerancing
• Knowledge of Key characteristics (MC&L)
• Design capability using CAD / Solidworks
• Understanding of process and gauge capability, and required controls (MSA)
• Have the ability to get teams engaged in the improvement of the process
• Operational support Engineer Job Description
• Ability to develop and present technical presentations to management and others
• Strong project management skills ‘with meet the objectives and milestones’ mentality
• Understanding of PFMEA and risk analysis
• Appreciation of SPC controls
• Understanding of process capability and control (cpk,ppk)

Desirable

• Usage of AS400 system to implement routings, tools etc

Attributes

•  Comply with Health and Safety regulations such as PPE, showing responsibility of personal safety and that of others
• • Flexible and adaptable approach
• • Innovative thinker
• • Customer focused
• • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• • Good organisational skills, including attention to detail
• • Self-motivated and have a strong and flexible attitude towards work
• • Ability to multi task, work under pressure and to deadlines when required
• • The ability to prioritise and organise own workload
• • Treat work colleagues with respect (Equality and Diver

Experience & Qualifications

Mandatory

• (Mechanical) Engineering Degree or ‘time served’ or relevant industry experience in a broad spectrum of activities.
• Hands on experience of CNC machining processes in a manufacturing environment – grinding, turning, milling etc.

Desirable

• Trained in Shainin / Six Sigma
• Knowledge of problem analysis techniques such as 5 why, 8D, ishikawa • Experience of working on projects / improvements from concept through to completion – to include mc operation, set up and valid

Benefits

• 27 days holiday + bank holidays
• Long service holiday (if applicable)
• Working hours are 37 each week
• Pension Scheme
• Dental plan
• Onsite parking
• Staff discount with selected retails + wellbeing platforms
• Discounted gym membership at Roko
• On Site Gym (£10 per Month)
• Subsidised canteen
• Friendly working environment
• Relocation package of up to £6,000 (Subject to Criteria)

About us

BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the vehicle market. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work, and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world.

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