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Manufacturing Engineer/Technician
Job Posted: 18 hours ago
Salary: £ 28,000 - 47,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Canterbury
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Manufacturing Engineering Technician / Engineer
Permanent | £28,000–£45,000 | Canterbury, Kent On-site
Our client are a a well-established manufacturer specialising in high-reliability interconnect solutions for defence, aerospace and related industries. The organisation operates to rigorous quality standards including ISO 9001 and AS9100, supporting complex manufacturing processes in a highly regulated environment.
They have experienced a sustained period of growth and are looking for a manufacturing engineer/Technician to join them. The Manufacturing Engineering Technician or Engineer will support the Manufacturing Engineering Team Leader and team, contributing to the continuous development of the manufacturing engineering function while ensuring customer requirements are met.
Key Responsibilities
Perform product inspection and build validation, completing required FAIR documentation and maintaining internal logs
Follow established procedures to verify product, material, and component quality
Ensure products meet design intent, are fit for function, and free from defects
Submit FAIR and related validation documentation to customers and liaise as required
Investigate quality and production issues, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions
Access and maintain technical product data using a Product Data Management (PDM) system
Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards
Support internal and external audits including ISO 9001 and AS9100, assisting with preparation and execution
Liaise with suppliers and customers to resolve quality concerns and verify corrective actions
Contribute technical input to product and process design, supporting risk analyses such as DFMEA and PFMEA
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and perform additional duties as requiredPerson Specification
Essential
BTEC or GCSE level qualification in a relevant technical or engineering discipline, or equivalent experience
Practical experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and documentation
Strong attention to detail with a methodical approach to work
Effective communication and teamworking skills
Organised and reliable with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlinesDesirable
HNC, A Level or higher qualification in engineering or manufacturing disciplines
Experience in electronics, cable or harness assembly, or connector manufacturing
Familiarity with CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD or Creo
Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems including SAP or Oracle
Understanding of quality management systems and standards including ISO 9001 and AS9100
Exposure to first article inspection standards and root cause analysis toolsDue to the nature of work at the client’s site, these vacancies are only open to British Citizens who have the right to work in the UK.
This is a permanent role.
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