Production Engineering Manager
Curtiss Wright Corporation, Christchurch, Christchurch
Production Engineering Manager
Salary Not Specified
Curtiss Wright Corporation, Christchurch, Christchurch
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 6 Nov | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 2cebbee7438c4832be2bb4762c209bf6
Full Job Description
- Lead with a passion for operational excellence. Instil this within the culture of the team. Be skilled in team management, empowering others and delegating. Demonstrate commitment to Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and maximising team performance.
- Production Support:
- Support the timely and consistent delivery of all production demand. Respond to stoppages and quality issues. Plan, organize and manage resources and parts, to maintain all equipment maintenance schedules required to operate effectively to meet schedule requirements and minimize downtime.
- Lean Manufacturing / Process Optimisation:
- Utilize lean manufacturing principles to streamline production processes, eliminate waste, and improve overall efficiency. Implement changes to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and ensure compliance with quality standards.
- New Product Introduction (NPI):
- Working with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth transition from design to production. Contribute to the design process ensuring design for manufacture is embedded throughout. Develop manufacturing plans, process documentation, and training materials for NPI projects.
- Product Build Transfers:
- Lead the transfer of product lines to alternative manufacturing facilities. Working across teams to ensure transfers are delivered on-time, within budget and with risks identified and appropriately mitigated.
As a Production Engineering Manager, you will lead the team, provide production support, process optimization, new product introduction (NPI and product build transfers. You will be self-motivated, goal driven, and a team player who can enthusiastically collaborate with other colleagues., Team leadership experience. - A sound engineering background with an ability to realise and solve technical problems.
- Computer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Desirable:
- Qualification in Management to Level 3 or above (CMI Certificate in Management or equivalent).
- Degree in relevant engineering discipline.
- Previous experience in a production engineering environment.
Curtiss-Wright Industrial Division, which includes the product brands of Arens Controls, Penny & Giles, PG Drives Technology and Williams Controls, is an excellent supplier in providing components and sub-systems which enable customer specific solutions for on- and off-highway vehicles. As part of the Curtiss-Wright Industrial Division, our Medical Mobility business unit designs and manufactures highly reliable and stable control systems for all types of medical mobility, electrically powered scooters, and wheelchairs to meet the challenges of the modern, medical mobility market. Established as one of the world's foremost suppliers of mobility vehicle solutions, the determination to provide the very best in innovative control solutions since 1976, customers are assured of excellent support during design and manufacture of their own products. We also supply operator controls and advanced motor controllers for hybrid and electric vehicles, such as buses, forklift trucks, pallet stackers, wheelchairs, and rehabilitation chairs., Over 90 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments - Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright. Our Values What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall - we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other. Leadership We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action. Customer Focus We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers' expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion. Teamwork & Trust Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward. Respect for People We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees. Integrity We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships. What We Offer Our Employees: Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one! Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of! Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.