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Manufacturing Engineer

Crane Company308 open roles

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Your applicationOpen nowManufacturing EngineerCrane Company · Hitchin, UK

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12.3% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. Crane Company postings stay open a median of 42 days.

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  4. 19.3%14 days
  5. 35.6%30 days
  6. 58.1%60 days
This job: posted 17 days ago

Crane Company median: 42 days open

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for providing engineering support and expertise to Value Stream to optimise process capability, efficiency, and output. This includes the development, implementation, and continual improvement of manufacturing tools, processes, and systems in alignment with IATF 16949 standards. This role ensures that all activities are executed within agreed timelines while maintaining compliance with quality management requirements and driving best practices in process engineering.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILTIES:

  • Lead and sustain continuous improvement initiatives across all manufacturing activities within the Value Stream, utilising Kaizen events, SMED, Six Sigma, and Value Stream Mapping.
  • Drive implementation of Lean practices to eliminate waste, improve efficiency, and optimize flow throughout the workplace.
  • Develop, validate, and optimize manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with IATF 16949 requirements, focusing on robust process controls and defect prevention.
  • Support DFMEA and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) for new products.
  • Ensure all process and assembly equipment meets safety, quality, and capability standards, preventing hazards and ensuring ergonomic compliance.
  • Specify, procure, and validate manufacturing equipment, tooling, and fixtures to meet production and quality requirements.
  • Create and maintain clear, detailed work instructions aligned with company templates to support operator training and standardization.
  • Support adherence to IATF 16949 standards by ensuring robust process documentation, risk assessments, and control plans.
  • Collaborate with Quality teams to maintain product conformity and drive corrective actions using structured problem-solving methodologies (DMAIC, 8D).
  • Develop and improve Health & Safety practices for all processes, ensuring compliance with site policies and legal requirements.
  • Participate in risk assessments and implement preventive measures to mitigate hazards.
  • Lead cost reduction initiatives through process optimisation, value engineering, and capital expenditure recommendations.
  • Provide accurate product costings and feasibility analyses to support business objectives.
  • Support team leaders in creating and updating training documentation & SOP’s
  • Develop multi-skilled teams through structured training programs to enhance flexibility and resilience.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to support New Product Development by ensuring manufacturing processes are integrated from concept to launch.
  • Prepare and submit reports detailing capital expenditure requirements, including justification and cost analysis.
  • Establish and maintain process capability studies and monitor performance against control limits.
  • Implement error-proofing (Poka-Yoke) solutions to prevent defects at source.
  • Develop control plans and ensure alignment with customer-specific requirements.
  • Lead root cause analysis for process-related issues and implement permanent corrective actions.
  • Ensure compliance with APQP and PPAP submissions for new product introductions.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

  • HND or Degree in an Engineering discipline (Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial preferred).
  • Proven experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment, ideally automotive or aligned with IATF 16949.
  • Practical exposure to Lean methodologies and structured problem-solving tools.
  • Experience with automated assembly systems, test equipment, tooling, and presses.
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and apply engineering principles.
  • Strong proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
  • Knowledge of process planning and production scheduling is advantageous.
  • Six Sigma Green or Black belt advantageous

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

  • Driven to achieve desired outcomes, and seeing projects through from beginning to end.
  • High level of attention to detail, motivation and tenacity.
  • Adaptable, disciplined, ambitious and enthusiastic.
  • Strategic thinker, with ability to work autonomously using own initiative.
  • Effective influencing and persuading skills.
  • Good levels of resilience and able to respond well under pressure.
  • Good communication and team skills
  • Proven ability to work to tight deadlines
  • Excellent time management skills and the ability to effectively prioritise workload
  • Have a confidential and flexible approach to their work and the ability to influence to get great results
  • Role-modeling a ‘can-do’ positive attitude at all times.
  • A Passion to achieve

ABOUT US

Crane Building Services and Utilities (BS&U) is part of the Fluid Handling Division of Crane Co. founded in 1855, which is a global, multi-industry, New York Stock Exchange quoted company.

We design, manufacture, package and market engineered flow control solutions for the HVAC and Utility sectors, with strong sales into key growth export markets.

The name Crane speaks of who we are, what we stand for and how our customers perceive us: A company with history and tradition, but also a company that is innovative, quality minded and one which acts with integrity and still holds to the resolution of its founder.

Crane Co. was founded on 4th July 1855 by Richard Teller Crane who made the following resolution:

"I am resolved to conduct my business in the strictest honesty and fairness; to avoid all deception and trickery; to deal fairly with both customers and competitors; to be liberal and just towards employees; and to put my whole mind upon the business."

The essence of this resolution is the business policy of Crane Co. today.

We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity is key to our success and as such we are seeking applications from candidates who will contribute their different backgrounds, cultures and experiences to our business.

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