Hiab is the pioneer in smart and sustainable on road load handling solutions. We believe in more than just work — we believe in making a difference for our customers to building a better tomorrow.

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Your mission

As a Manufacturing Engineer you will ensure that changes to production lines, materials, and processes are well-managed and don't disrupt goals such as yield, product quality, or adherence to regulations. This role requires strong problem-solving, mechanical, design, and IT skills, along with a knowledge of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement techniques. This role also requires strong interpersonal skills to interact with multiple departments within the organisation.

This position is based in Dundalk, Ireland and is fully on site.

Key responsibilities

Working with the Manufacturing Engineering Team to ensure improved efficiency in our Manufacturing Processes
Responsible for the implementation of Engineering Change Orders or New Product Development into the manufacturing environment
Establish processes that utilise the use of JIT (Just In Time) reducing work in progress throughout the enterprise
Responsible new part configuration and set-up, management of open production orders, manufacturing routing and master data management and assembly instruction updates
Support the Engineering Change Order (ECO) process, ensuring optimal stock disposition, product configuration, and BOM verification
Ensuring all risk assessments are carried out thoroughly and maintained effectively
Supporting the investigation of LTI, near misses and other safety incidents
Accountable for all safety incidents within manufacturing engineering
Continuously work on engineering solutions to reduce risk in the production processes
Develop Standard Operating Procedures within the A.I’s that encompass safe working practices
Design and develop innovative transport stillages and packaging solutions to maximize efficiency, minimize waste, and protect products during transit and storage
Utilize CAD software to create detailed designs and specifications for stillages, containers, and other material handling equipment
Analyze material flow and handling processes to identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, ergonomics, and safety
Evaluate and select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes for stillages and packaging, considering cost, durability, and sustainability.
Build strong working relationships with multiple departments, including Production, Engineering(RnD), Purchasing, and Quality
Effectively communicate improvement initiatives, and performance metrics to stakeholders, with the goal to Improve management of inventory
levels and maintain accurate stocking levels and BOM’s
Develop and document procedures to minimize the environmental impact of material movement and transportation.

What we are looking for

Minimum 3 - 5 years’ experience working within an Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering
Degree level in Mechanical / Industrial Engineering
Knowledge and understanding of Mechanical, Electrics/Electronics, Assembly work, Hydraulics, Assembly Instructions and Safe working practices
Working Knowledge of CAD, with Examples of work completed
Working knowledge in using ERP systems, BOM Management and logistics forecast and planning systems
Ability to work on your own initiative to develop solutions to solve problems using best practices problem solving methodologies
Continuous Improvement Mindset. Experience in Change Management preferable using Lean Sigma tools and methodologies
Learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner; open to change; strives for continuous improvement of self and processes.

Ready to apply?

Click on the apply button below to send in your application in English. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Please note that the process for this position is coordinated by our Recruitment team part of Hiab Business Services based in Bulgaria.

We Are Hiab
Hiab (Nasdaq Helsinki: HIAB) is a leading provider of smart and sustainable on road load-handling solutions, committed to delivering the best customer experience every day with the most engaged people and partners. As the industry pioneer, Hiab continues to make on road load-handling smarter, safer and more sustainable to build a better tomorrow.

www.hiabgroup.com

Manufacturing Engineer

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