Performance Improvement Engineer

Reporting to the Manufacturing Improvement Manager the Performance Improvement Engineers are responsible for the management of a suite of measures and standards, in a given Process Stream, including business critical KPIs and SOPs through the application and management of the infinite loop (performance control and loss reduction model) and the implementation of the Pink, Yellow and Green agendas. Key activities and responsibilities; Safety

• Responsible for health and safety within allocated process stream
• Responsible for 5S, including audits within allocated process stream
• Conduct initial accident investigations, as required
• Conduct safe / unsafe behaviour discussions with employees

Area Daily / Weekly Control Daily control (of KPIs) to minimise process deviations

• Review process performance through a daily summary and escalation meeting with the Production Manager
• Work with Operators and the Pillars to improve data quality, review and update standards, eradicate forbidden losses and ensure effective communication and implementation
• Attend daily production plan deployment meeting
• Actions on deviations to ensure product flow, KPIs and project progress

Loss Reduction Projects Working with Operators and Pillar support to drive continuous improvement projects

• Manage Loss Reduction Actions or projects to eradicate losses and improve KPI performance
• Facilitate weekly project meetings and ensure daily that agreed actions are being completed

Quarterly KPI Loss Analysis / Phased Plans

• Review quarterly performance data and KPI loss analysis, confirm loss reduction plan for following quarter and KPI targets.

Employee Engagement

• Ensure effective communication with employees
• Support the Aberdare Production Manager with people related actions
• In conjunction with employees develop, maintain and communicate SOPs
• Ensure effective handovers are completed

Skills and experience Candidates will possess a good level of general education and will ideally be qualified to a minimum HND, although appropriate work experience would also qualify. You will have experience in the manufacturing process and be able to demonstrate a sound understanding of cable manufacturing methods and techniques in addition to a sound theoretical engineering knowledge. You will have a good level of computer literacy and be capable of analysing data, drawing conclusions and identifying actions to be taken. The ability to communicate effectively at a variety of levels and accurately convey at time technical information is essential, as is the ability to influence to ensure the achievement of results. Candidates will be required to participate in a structured training program, provided by an external provider, focusing on the Infinite Loop performance control and loss reduction model and continuous improvement tools, delivered weekly on-site in Aberdare. PIE will be required to provide on a rota basis, out of hours support including limited on-site working at weekends. Location This role is based in our offices near the Eastleigh town centre. The address is Prysmian Cables & Systems Limited, Chickenhall Lane, Eastleigh, SO50 6YU. There are good transport links to Eastleigh and the site is approximately 15 minutes walk from the railway station. We are able to offer free car parking next to our offices. Other details 25 days holiday plus statutory holidays Defined Contribution pension scheme and generous life assurance Flexible working policy – flexible hours and remote working (role dependent) Yes Share Scheme – annual enrolment Health Care Cash Plan – scheme which provides reimbursement of optical, dental and chiropody fees up to set limits. 24/7 free and confidential employee counselling service On-line Language Learning Access Enhanced maternity and paternity leave and pay Generous sick pay arrangements EE Mobile Discounts Dell Advantage discounts Rewards Portal – discounts on major retailers Cycle to work scheme Free onsite parking Transition to Retirement Policy Free Flu Jab Prysmian Group, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills and abilities, who will enhance the quality of service and contribute to the Group’s success. Prysmian Group is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, appreciated and free to fully express their human potential. Prysmian Group strongly believes that diversity drives meritocracy and brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increases the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and shareholders. Prysmian Group bases its decisions on principles of equality, with evaluations based on the type of position and with a focus on best practices so individuals succeed based on their efforts and skills and their alignment with applicable job requirements.

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