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Manufacturing Engineer - Sheet Metal
Location: Burnley, UK
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
About Safran Nacelles Ltd:
Our client is a global leader in aircraft engine nacelles, providing products and services for all types of aircraft. They were named the 28th best worldwide employer by Forbes in 2022 and are one of the largest private sector employers in Burnley.We are seeking Manufacturing Engineers for our Sheet Metal production unit to join our expanding team. This role offers an opportunity to gain extensive experience and work on various projects and programs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Translate designs into efficient, high-quality, repeatable production processes.
- Support day-to-day operations by solving production issues and driving down costs.
- Purchase capital equipment to expand capabilities.
- Define manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with specifications.
- Create BOMS, master layouts, tooling requests, and data sheets.
- Ensure process performance meets quality, cost, and delivery targets.
- Lead product industrialisation and validate using PPAP methodology.
- Evaluate process risks and manage actions to reduce risks using PFMEA.
- Solve production issues using techniques like 5WHY and 8D.
- Occasional travel to France or Morocco.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- 37-hour workweek (over 4.5 days) with a 1pm finish on Fridays
- Flexi-time and 33 days of annual leave
- 10% employer pension contribution
- BUPA private medical insurance and group income protection
- Support for continuous professional development
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and sick leave
- On-site subsidized catering
- Corporate fitness membership and well-being support
- Electric car charging points, hybrid working options, and more!
Candidate Requirements:
- Technical Engineering/Craft Apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
- HNC or BEng in a relevant engineering subject
- Knowledge of sheet metal processes and aerospace materials
- Ability to resolve production issues and drive cost and quality improvements
- Experience in aerospace manufacturing engineering preferred
Next Steps:
Please apply by uploading your CV. If your experience aligns with the role, one of our recruitment team members will contact you.
Diversity & Inclusion:
We value diversity and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive and reach their full potential.
For more details and to apply, please visit our website or contact our recruitment team.
