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Manufacturing Engineer - Supply Chain

Ref no. BHN580395
Location Fareham, England
Start date ASAP
Job type Permanent
Job status Closed

Job summary

Our client within the Aerospace sector, is currently seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer within Supply Chain at their Fareham site on a permanent basis.

Key skills required for this role

Sound knowledge APQP, PPAP, and FMEA. Experience within Supply Chain

Important

Sound knowledge APQP, PPAP, and FMEA. Experience within Supply Chain

Job description

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the aerospace industry? We are seeking a talented Manufacturing Engineer - Supply Chain to join a well recognised organisation in Fareham. This role is pivotal in ensuring the success of outsourcing projects and New Product Introductions while maintaining the highest quality standards in helicopter engine component production.

They are a leading provider of rotorcraft turbine solutions and maintain a robust UK facility serving as the European Maintenance Centre Hub. Their experienced teams partner with a global customer base, offering technical expertise and support across the fixed wing and rotary wing markets.

What You'll Be Doing

As the ME-SC, you will act as the technical liaison between their organisation and suppliers. Your responsibilities include:

  • Leading or supporting all phases of the APQP (PPAP) or DVI industrial validation processes.
  • Ensuring efficient project management of product transfers and compliance with industrialization standards.
  • Supporting suppliers in overcoming challenges to meet Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD) targets.
  • Providing leadership and technical expertise for supplier development, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.
  • Managing cross-functional projects to qualify new components, address production issues, and develop new suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assess supplier capabilities to meet performance, quality, cost, and delivery standards, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and APQP requirements.
  • Develop strong relationships with Procurement to manage supplier/engineering changes, New Product Introductions, and transfers.
  • Provide technical leadership for sourcing, supplier development, and investigations of major issues.
  • Define and ensure supplier process parameters align with product requirements.
  • Prepare reports and present progress at project meetings and to clients.

What We're Looking For

Skills and Experience:

  • Strong understanding of precision (CNC) machining and manufacturing processes.
  • Knowledge of quality systems and standards, including APQP, PPAP, and FMEA.
  • Solid grasp of engineering drawings and process capability analysis.
  • Substantial experience in a precision manufacturing environment, preferably aerospace or automotive.
  • Proven track record in supplier development and cross-functional teamwork.
  • Prior experience working within supply chain
  • Excellent problem-solving, numerical, and communication skills.

Qualifications:

  • Relevant manufacturing/engineering degree or equivalent qualifications (e.g., ONC, A Levels, NVQ Level 3).
  • Experience in customer and supplier relations.

Personal Attributes:

  • Diplomatic and collaborative with a proactive approach.
  • Resilient, adaptable, and open to change.
  • Self-aware and able to work independently with moral courage and honesty.

What They Offer

  • 25 days of holiday (plus bank holidays) with an extra day for every 10 years of service.
  • Flexitime with early finish options (role-dependent).
  • On-site restaurant with subsidized lunch and Costa coffee.
  • 7% pension contributions after 3 months.
  • Health cash-back scheme and share purchase opportunities.
  • Annual bonus of up to 3%.
  • Generous company sick pay.

This is your opportunity to work in a diverse, dynamic environment with a focus on cutting-edge technology. If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge, please apply!

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