Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the planning & control of production activities to ensure availability of product, material flow and inventory to achieve cost and quality targets and production schedules of the production lines.
• Co-ordinate and implement the most efficient and cost-effective production methods required to manufacture hydraulic cylinders and components
• Be familiar with production schedules so as to ensure all deadlines are met, and apply findings from analysis on production processes
• Implement best practice standard work on the shop floor to improve safety and quality without compromising on efficiency
• Review current manufacturing processes to identify and action continuous improvement opportunities
• Identify bottlenecks within the manufacturing process and engage best practice lean manufacturing techniques to maximise process flow
• Review and develop process documentation and safe operating instructions for all Ramko manufacturing processes and ensure adherence through regular audits of key processes
• Co-ordinate and lead time studies to allow for accurate production planning and labour management
• Conduct production layout reviews to ensure an effective process flow is maintained
• Act as an advocate and coach on lean manufacturing techniques to members of the production team and support functions
• Ensure ISO quality standards and requirements are met throughout the design and production processes.
• Co-ordinate with production to establish and implement a containment strategy for manufacturing issues followed by effective root-cause analysis and follow through of agreed corrective actions
• Analyse issues that arise from within operations and propose improvements where required
• Act promptly to find long term solutions to manufacturing and equipment issues
• Implement ECOs for manufacturing processes using and effective communication and record keeping techniques
• Identify tooling and equipment aids to increase quality and efficiency levels and to allow Ramko’s manufacturing process to diversify enabling them to enter new customer markets
• Understand products and customer specifications.
• Source and buy specialised materials to meet production requirements; negotiate with suppliers to ensure best prices/services.
• Read blueprints, schematic drawings and assembly drawings and develop design drawings, BOM’s and costings for projects.
• Liaise closely and assist team leaders in relation to design requirements.
• Work with Production in the design and development of new products
• Ensure compliance throughout projects with all relevant specifications, quality standards and safety regulations.
• Be fully competent in Solid Works
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the quality of the finished product.
• Keep accurate records of R & D
• Any other reasonable duties as required by management.

To apply please press the button below or send your CV to connie@ramko.co.uk.