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| POSITION DESCRIPTION | TELECOMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY MARCH 2009 |
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Manufacturing/Production Engineer |
| Position Code: | 610 | | Career Level: | 3 |
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Responsible for
Applying engineering knowledge and experience to assist with the optimisation of the manufacturing operations, reduction of costs and introduction of new technology and processes. |
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Reports To
Manufacturing/Engineering Manager. |
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Supervises
May supervise Trades staff on certain tasks. |
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Main Activities
Planning and introducing new products into the manufacturing system.
Pre-analysing new product design in order to ensure standardisation of components and ease of manufacture.
Determining methods of manufacture and assembling products.
Setting work instructions and product building standard times.
Determining work flow and optimising floor space requirements, including planning the floor layout.
Assisting in identifying, introducing and monitoring cost improvements within the manufacturing process.
Designing tooling, jigs and fixtures to aid production assembly methods.
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Key Skills
Analytical skills.
Ability to develop, prepare, document and monitor methods, standards and procedures for the implementation of manufacturing electronic assemblies.
Ability to develop good interpersonal and working relationships.
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Internal Contacts
Design Engineers, Quality Assurance Engineers, Production Operators, Materials Suppliers. |
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External Contacts
Equipment Suppliers. |
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Typical Experience
At least 5 years of relevant experience. Tertiary qualifications in Engineering. |
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