Continuous Improvement Project Engineer

Continuous Improvement Project Engineer

eFlexes Recruitment are currently looking for a Continuous Improvement Project Engineer on behalf of a Shannon based client, a world leader in the aviation sector.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Continuous Improvement Project Engineer will be responsible for development of the product value stream with the goal of achieving the agreed reduction in turnaround times and cost improvement targets.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a talented team within a world class organisation that offers fantastic training and development opportunities coupled with an excellent salary and benefits package.

Responsibilities will include:

• Identify and investigate opportunities for TAT Reductions to achieve agreed TAT targets
• Work with cross functional teams to lead Kaizen activities and use structured problem-solving tools to identify root causes and implement sustainable effective solutions
• Implement and monitor success of TAT improvement initiatives, working closely with other team members
• Identify and investigate opportunities for product repair cost improvements to achieve agreed targets
• Obtain internal and external approvals for process improvement changes
• Measure and monitor rework costs and reasons, working with cross functional teams to achieve rework reductions targets
• Monitor scrap quantities and reasons, working with the team to minimise the scrap rates
• Define specifications for new equipment purchase / modifications and sign off on qualification / acceptance
• Implement Process Improvements and monitor successful achievement of proposed savings
• Complete product engineering training and achieve competence to be able to cover the product engineering role, providing cover for the Product Engineer during periods of absence
• Work closely with the Product Leader and provide support to achieve the TAT & Cost goals
• Provide required technical support to Production & Maintenance to achieve Cl goals and capacity increases
• Miscellaneous tasks / projects as directed by the Engineering Manager

Required Qualifications / Skills

• Degree in Production, Materials or Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years' experience working production / process engineering role
• Ability to understand complex processes involving multiple disciplines
• Strong analytical / problem solving skills with a proven track record in problem solving in complex environment
• Disciplined structure approach to defining / qualifying process stability
• Knowledge of material science relating to materials & processes an advantage
• Competent communication & report writing skills
• Strong team work skills
• Project Management experience an advantage
• Results orientate and ability to work on own initiative
• Flexibility - availability to provide technical support outside normal hour

To apply:  please email your CV to angelina.oneill@eflexes.com or call  086 0205506 to discuss in confidence.