Smiths Interconnect, is a global leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance interconnect solutions. Our products are used in mission-critical applications across industries such as aerospace, defense, telecommunications, and industrial markets. At Smiths Interconnect, we are committed to innovation, quality, and providing cutting-edge solutions that connect the world’s most demanding systems.

Smiths Interconnect 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, to help create a safer, more efficient and productive, and better-connected world across four global markets: energy, security & defense, space & aerospace and general industrial. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Smiths employs c.16,000 colleagues in over 50 countries. 

The  Manufacturing Engineer fulfills a significant advisory and leadership role in the design and implementation of the production processes.

They are responsible for maintaining and improving the efficiency and quality of the production processes in terms of Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost

They also provide a link between design Engineering and the realization of that design into volume manufacture

HND in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering is essential.

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering is desirable.

Knowledge of 6sigma (e.g. yellow or green belt) advantageous

Knowledge of MRP, ERP systems is essential

• Previous role experience in a microelectronics environment covering Assembly, Test and Inspection operations.
• Previous knowledge of clean room working practices
• Previous working knowledge of manufacturing systems including creation of job routings, standard time calculations and yield. 
• The ability to work well under pressure whether alone or as part of the production team
• Strong communication skills
• Sound problem-solving skills
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing production and processes
• Familiarity with a wide range of assembly and testing techniques
• Awareness of machine capabilities and the need for preventative maintenance

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

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