Job Description SummaryDo you want to be the owner of weld and heat treat special processes within a growing industry that is consistently investing in state of the art technology? If so, this role could be for you. Reporting to the New Product Introduction Leader, as part of the wider Engineering Team, you will be the conduit between the shopfloor and product line engineering teams to ensure all aspects of special processes are under control from a quality standpoint and challenge processes to be more streamlined through growing automation and efficiency.Job DescriptionRoles and Responsibilities
• Championing key site deliverables of Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost.
• Candidates should possess an engineering qualification and / or should be able to demonstrate significant technical experience in production or manufacturing engineering
• Review technical documentation to ensure adherence to quality and driving efficiency throughout processes.
• Maintain a culture of continuous improvement and adoption of Lean principles
• Carrying out pro-active audit programs to stay aligned to quality control.
• Lead projects related to your process from initiation to project completion, including product quality, compliance, and yield of processes.
• Work closely with SPO team, EH&S, Maintenance, Operations and NPI Project Leader in adherence to GE Aviation Management of Change requirements on projects and minor site changes.
• A key stakeholder who is responsible for coordination of difficult licensed and proprietary repairs.
• Being a subject matter expert to close out audit findings and quality reports through RCCA.
• Work closely with NPI Project Leader to identify and implement projects that meet the strategic needs of the business and to justify the business case through data driven evaluation.
• Participate in the sites general engineering activities and issues including existing daily shop management structures
• Part of Gate 2 business strategic initiatives.
• It is intended that the scope of this role may develop as successful candidate’s knowledge and experience grows.
Required Qualifications
Strong technical background in weld and heat treat processes
Understanding and demonstration of process control
Experience of process auditing
Flexible Working
GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.
Total Reward
At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.
Performance related bonus
• Non-contributory Pension
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Flexible holiday hours with the option to buy or sell
As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;
Security Clearance
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS
Right to Work
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
