Manufacturing Technician

PURPOSE OF JOB

To work with the manufacturing management team and cells leaders to deliver weekly targets across the manufacturing plant.

Deliver performance KPI’s and assist in developing improvement strategies for the business, reflecting both continuous improvement and best practice whilst aligning with other business areas and championing a collaborative ‘One Armeg’ approach.

Ensure the implementation of that strategy follows a pragmatic approach, aligned with business priorities, Armeg’s Infinite Blueprint and the organisations on-going evolution and development.

To ensure operational delivery of manufactured products, service quality and improvement, policy, return on investment, MI/Reporting, and innovation.

KEY BUSINESS PRIORITIES:

• Growth, development and innovation of Armeg’s product line
• Improved Operational efficiency – developing the right operating model to meet internal and external client needs
• Championing a ‘do it once, do it right’ attitude
• Leadership and management development – leading by example and building capability to lead and influence others
• Improved service to internal and external clients
• Embedding The Infinite Blueprint

MANUFACTURING PRIORITIES:

• Supporting business evolution and growth
• Supporting process developments
• Delivering process efficiencies
• Cost effective delivery of weekly targets / KPI’s
• ISO 9001:2015 Health & Safety Standards Maintained
• Minimize Environmental effects (working to Eco Vardis Policy) and Armeg’s carbon footprint

RESPONSIBILITIES / KEY RESULT AREAS

The role mixes operational tasks with work on strategic projects including support for growth and operational support. You will be the key point of contact for all production issue’s in the organisation – working closely with Armeg’s leadership team.

· Working with Senior Business Leaders ensuring that the manufacturing machines align to business priorities, underpins and drives both the success and profitability of the organisation.

· Ensure machines are equipped to meet deadlines set by management.

· Identify work holding and tooling requirements required to ensure seamless implementation of production plans.

· Basic CNC programming Fanuc, Heidenhain, Mazatrol. Plus, any future equipment.

· Work in collaboration with Armeg’s technical and maintenance function to identify and report fault finding, (Technical, H&S, Fire Safety and mechanical).

· Help maintain Armeg’s Machine Bibles, set up pages and programmes.

· Ensure machines are equipped to produce products in line with ISO 9001:2015.

· Championing excellence in good housekeeping, areas around all machines are ‘Visitor Ready’ at all times.

· Drive professional excellence supporting the manufacturing plant.

· Role model behaviours as outlined in Armeg’s Infinite Blueprint.

· To have high impact, be respected and valued, known for high quality.

· Operate machines during busy times and provide Holiday & Sickness cover.

The role requires professional delivery, flexibility, and an ability to operate within principles.

There is a need to be pragmatic, articulate, results driven and with a high professional standard.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

Relevant Experience

· Demonstrated experience in a comparable role

· Experience of working with Senior Managers/Directors

Knowledge and skills

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Analytical and problem-solving skills

· Technical decision making skills

· ISO Programming FANUC, Heidenhain, Mazatrol

· Excellent understanding of sliding head & multi axis machining centres

Personal characteristics / qualities

· Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure

· Flexible and pragmatic with their approach

· Strong service mentality

· Uses own initiative and is comfortable making suggestions for improvement

· Team player; approachable, helpful and supportive

· Good communicator – both with clients and team - provides timely and appropriate updates

· Prioritise tasks and organise own time effectively

Additional Factors

· Flexible approach

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme

Work Location: In person