Job Description

About Us

GKN Aerospace is the world\'s leading multi-technology tier 1 aerospace supplier. With 38 manufacturing locations in 12 countries, we serve over 90% of the world\xe2\x80\x9ds aircraft and engine manufacturers. We design and manufacture innovative smart aerospace systems and components. Every time you travel by air almost anywhere in the world, it is likely that GKN is helping you on your way.

We are looking for people who want to make a difference, talented members with the skills and passions to become the best of the future in what they do.

Job Summary

Provide Manufacturing Engineering capability to operational and development Programs to enable and deliver zero defect projects utilizing engineering and problem solving skills. Accountable for delivering robust, capable manufacturing process technology as it applies to materials, tooling, part fabrication and assembly.

Job Responsibilities

General
o Exemplifying a safety-first mind-set and ensuring compliance with the GKN Aerospace Health, Safety and Environmental policies and standards.
o Responsible for the development of technical solutions to complex problems within GKN Aerospace, our customers and suppliers.
o Deliver technical support of manufacturing process development and integration for production.
o Utilize root cause analysis, preventative and corrective action to reduce/eliminate non-conformances.
o Maintain positive, team relationships with internal and external customers, as well as co-workers
o Continuously improve production processes by implementing Lean initiatives.

Sub Function Specific
o Process & Planning ME
\xef\x82\xa7 Responsible for the Industrial Process Design & Development/ New Product Introduction related activities in EWIS (Electrical Wire Interconnection Systems) and its deliverables.
\xef\x82\xa7 Accountable for Key deliverables of APQP Stages
\xef\x82\xa7 Accountable for understanding/reviewing Design/Product requirements through Customer documents/Drawings & integrating them in PPAP documents.
\xef\x82\xa7 Accountable for PPAP planning and execution by utilizing the GKN standard Zero Defect Manufacturing (ZDM) tool suite
\xef\x82\xa7 Accountable for creating Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEA, Control Plan and initial reviews.
\xef\x82\xa7 Deploy these processes with a high degree of process capability utilizing the GKN standard Zero Defect Manufacturing (ZDM) tool suite to demonstrate as such.

Job Qualifications

Technical expertise in Manufacturing Engineering, with a professional qualification / background (university degree) in engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical)
o Fully competent in own field of work, developing skills in other areas.
o Experience in working with Airbus and Boeing requirements
o Ability to interpret customer requirements and convert to manufacturing stds
o Good experience in Catia/NX
o Increasingly able to provide Technical input at all levels of work
o Capable of being a technical representative, representing the business at a customer / supplier meeting
o Identifies and anticipates technical problems and offers solutions
o Drives to complete the job on time and continually searches for better ways of doing things
o Understands situations by analysing them logically and uses information in a systematic way identifying appropriate course of action for resolution.
o Ability to apply complex and non-routine analysis
Participates in activities within a global technical community and understanding of the interface with broader business functions
o Competent member of the technical community with a good understanding of other disciplines
o Acts without supervision in own area whilst able to supervise others.
o Applies knowledge and skills to a range of activities
o Understands the formal and informal structure of the business
o Provides support to the technical community and show commercial awareness at local level
o Recognises the culture and climate within the organisation
Develops working relationships through team work, influencing, leadership, coaching and personal drive to succeed:
o Sets example through own behaviour and attitude. Able to contribute to effective project plans
o Proactive approach demonstrated in team environment to achieve knowledge management
o Explains concepts to a variety of audiences and ensures meaning is understood
o Creates formal networks with key-decision makers internally and externally
o Coaches others to do their jobs better, take on new jobs and sustain their ability to meet the business need
o Carries out Continuing Professional Development (CPD) necessary to ensure competence in areas identified and at the future professional level intended
o Develops new ideas
For internal candidates, the foundation of the ME Academy must be completed and training initiated to become a Zero Defect Practitioner and 6\xcf\x83 Green Belt. External candidates to demonstrate equivalent capability in problem solving and process control
Minimum of 5 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering(Preferably, Aerospace wiring harness manufacturing)
Working knowledge of quality system models such as ISO9000, AS9100,AS9145,AS13006
Fluent in English language, both written and spoken

Diversity Inclusion and Belonging (DIB)

As a global engineering company, innovation is what differentiates us from our competitors and is central to our success.

A balance of cultures, ethnicities and genders help bring new ideas and creativity to GKN. We need people of different backgrounds, with different skills and perspectives to spark originality, imagination and creativeness in our teams around the world.

GKN is an equal opportunity employer.

We treat all our employees and applicants fairly and are committed to ensuring that there is no discrimination or harassment against any employee or qualified applicant on the grounds of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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