Crane Aerospace & Electronics — Cwmbran, UK
JOB SUMMARY:
The job holder is responsible for co-ordinating and implementing process improvements, driving quality, productivity and efficiency, and the introduction of standard work and quality procedures.
Key Responsibilities:-
• Developing, validating, and optimizing CNC machining programs to enable the precise manufacture of customer‑specific components • Develop manufacturing routings and design tooling/fixturing solutions to enhance process capability and optimise production flow. • Lead continuous improvement activities to enhance process capability and performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and growth metrics • Drive proactive health and safety management, supporting process improvements that enhance workplace safety performance and reduce operational risk • Develop, deploy, and maintain Standard Work documentation to support process control, repeatability, and continuous improvement • Create, manage, and revise Work Instructions and SOPs to ensure robust process documentation, regulatory compliance, and consistent operational execution • Lead COPQ analysis and reduction initiatives to identify quality‑related losses and implement corrective actions that improve overall operational performance • Manage the receipt and logging of customer complaints, ensuring accurate documentation within the quality management system for effective follow‑up and analysis • Develop and document root‑cause analysis for customer complaints and internal non‑conformances in line with IATF 16949 problem‑solving expectations, supporting closure of corrective actions and continual improvement • Provide customers with feedback on the corrective actions implemented in response to their complaints. • Perform quality audits within the Value Stream. • Driving productivity improvements through waste reduction. • Problem solving champion. • Scrap reduction projects. • KPI Board update and presentation. • Support the TPM program • Support 5S deployment and housekeeping improvement initiatives to enhance workplace organisation and process efficiency • Assist with budgetary control and management of small tools and production equipment. • Assist with subcontract processes and provide supply chain support. • Management and co-ordination of new product introduction.
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE :
• Educated to degree level (or equivalent qualification) in mechanical engineering. • Proven track record of manufacturing / engineering experience. • Proficient in writing CNC machine programs using G‑Code and SolidCAM. • Experienced in operating 5 axis milling machines, with Mazak experience considered essential. • Experience in operating turning machines. • Familiarity with Mazatrol, Heidenhain and Fanuc CNC Control Systems is desirable. • Excellent interpersonal skills. • Self-starter, positive attitude, resilient, committed, driven.