Senior Manufacturing Engineer

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John Crane, a business of Smiths Group, is a global leader in mission-critical flow control solutions for energy and process industries that enable efficient and sustainable operations. Our products include mechanical seals and systems, couplings, bearings, filtration systems, and predictive digital monitoring technologies. 

We have a global network of more than 200 sites in over 50 countries and employ more than 6,000 people worldwide. We partner with our customers to help them keep their operations safe, reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and meet the latest environmental standards. 

John Crane is part of Smiths Group. For over 170 years, Smiths has been pioneering progress by engineering for a better future. We serve millions of people every year, helping to create a safer, more efficient, productive, and better-connected world across four global markets: energy, security & defence, space & aerospace, and general industrial. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Smiths employs approximately 16,000 colleagues in over 50 countries. 

Job Description

The Manufacturing Engineer ensures equipment aligns with global standards & that processes operate efficiently in accordance with our standard operating procedures. They ensure that manufacturing processes are efficient, cost-effective, and meet quality standards They are responsible for the standardisation of the way we work, communication & implementation of John Cranes global manufacturing processes at site, They will enhance and share best practice. They will utilise the Smiths Excellence System framework to improve manufacturing process efficiency and ensure these improvements are capture through the Smiths Excellence Systems project tools. They will maintain awareness / knowledge of the latest manufacturing technology to bring forward efficiency opportunities and improve the way we work.

The manufacturing engineer will focus on improving production efficiency and reducing costs. Maintaining high standards of safety and environmental compliance.

Qualifications

Equipment Alignment with Global Standards: Ensure all manufacturing equipment meets global standards, specifications and roadmap investment for compliance gaps.

Process Efficiency and Optimisation: Analyse and optimise manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs

Standardisation of Work Procedures: Develop, maintain, and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all manufacturing processes.

Train staff on SOPs to ensure consistent application and adherence across the site. Identify, document, and share best practices within the manufacturing processes. Monitor and update SOPs to reflect best practices and process improvements.

Continuous Improvement: Utilise the Smiths Excellence System framework to identify and implement process improvements.

Quality Assurance: Ensure all manufacturing processes meet quality standards and specifications. Address and resolve any quality issues promptly

Safety and Environmental Compliance: Ensure all manufacturing activities comply with safety and environmental regulations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of Engineered to Order Manufacturing Experience
• Previous work in an ISO controlled work environment
• Fundamental knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
• Understanding of basic engineering principles

Desired Skills:

• Experience in a low volume/high mix manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated experience with cost reduction, quality improvement and throughput improvement projects.
• Demonstrated project management experience
• Ability to use Solid Edge.
• Experience with Quality (ISO 9001), Environmental (ISO 14001), and Health & Safety (OHSHAS 18001) business management systems.
• Experience with Haas and Mazak - hands on experience with CNC machining processes and equipment.

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Additional Information

With colleagues stretching across the globe, we are proud of our . To foster inclusivity, we run employee resource groups (ERGs) to provide a safe space for employees to connect and support each other. Our cross-business ERGs include Veterans, Pride Network, Black Employee Network, Women@Work Network, and Neurodiversity. 

Across our company, we recognize excellence, culminating in the Smiths Excellence Awards, our annual celebration of the most extraordinary activities, people, and projects that best showcase our strengths and help drive our business forward. We announce these on our annual Smiths Day, a global celebration of Smiths around our network. 

Join us for a great career with competitive compensation and benefits, while helping engineer a better future. 

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Company DescriptionJohn Crane is a global provider of engineered solutions for rotating equipment, specializing in mechanical seals, filtration systems, and support systems for industrial applications. Founded in 1917 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company serves a variety of industries, including oil and gas, chemical, and power . John Crane focuses on enhancing the performance and reliability of its clients' equipment while reducing maintenance and operational costs. Its solutions are designed to improve efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance.Company DescriptionJohn Crane is a global provider of engineered solutions for rotating equipment, specializing in mechanical seals, filtration systems, and support systems for industrial applications. Founded in 1917 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company serves a variety of industries, including oil and gas, chemical, and power . John Crane focuses on enhancing the performance and reliability of its clients' equipment while reducing maintenance and operational costs. Its solutions are designed to improve efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance.