Production Engineer

Our prestigious client is looking for an experienced production engineer to join their company, based in Surrey.

The production engineer role involves seeing engineering projects through from start to finish and will include programming of CNC machines, prove-outs, setting and trouble shooting.  Also, may involve programming and setting of automated metrology machinery.   It could also involve other secondary operations where an engineering input would be advantageous.   Close working relationships across the business is essential to the success of this role.    

A training plan will be agreed with the production engineer, based on existing knowledge to deliver all the skills required at the level required within their business.

Position. Permanent

Main Duties

• Program and operate the company’s automated metrology equipment

• Produce a competent training module for that equipment as required.

• Set and operate the CNC machines within the company

• Program the CNC machines using SolidCam. 

• Understand and ensure that all work is carried out as per the Company Quality Management System.

• Update records and other duties as required    

• Achieve a pass mark for all relevant Training Modules undertaken   

• Create and participate in continuous improvement activities 

• Member of the Production Engineering Team

• To bring the person up to the level of senior production engineer if they are not already at that level. 

  
  

Qualifications And Experience

• A degree or equivalent level individual in an engineering discipline where Manufacturing is a key constituent.   Apprentice trained is equally attractive

• Must have an engineering background with an ability to read and understand engineering drawings. 

• Experience of Solidworks software an advantage as well as a base knowledge of metal cutting on machines and metrology. 

• Good interpersonal skills; outstanding mathematical skills; honesty; integrity; reliability; solid written and verbal communication skills; high attention to detail; organisational skills; critical thinking and problem-solving skills; research skills; analytical skills; computer skills are all desirable, but gaps will be plugged with training as necessary.

• An enthused team player with good chemistry at all levels. 

• A presentable individual with competent social skills.

Working Hours

• 8am to 5pm - Monday to Thursday.

• 8am to 12pm on a Friday.

Benefits

• Company pension

We will try to respond to reply to all applicants. If, however you have not heard from us within 7 days you have been unsuccessful with this particular role. You are very welcome to apply to future advertisements advertised by CDH Recruitment Limited

Job Reference JB2482DC