Position Summary

Magellan Aerospace, Llay Wrexham has an exciting opportunity for a CI Engineer.

• Full Time Permanent Contract
• 39 hours per week
• Job location: Llay, Wrexham, LL12 0PB.
• Unionised site – works in partnership with Unite the Union.

To support and deliver process improvement initiatives to achieve business goals. Working with all business functions by providing process improvement along with quality and efficiency, cost reduction and data analysis using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. To update all elements of data as required when implementing change including SOP’s, Layout, root cause elimination and standardised processes.

Perks and Benefits

• A company culture that promotes work life balance
• Access to mental health support
• Business performance related bonus
• Career development opportunities
• Commitment to continued learning and development
• Perkbox - includes monthly treats and discounts from selected restaurants, cinemas, shops etc
• Long Service Awards
• Enhanced Holiday Entitlement based on length of service
• Free parking
  
  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Safety

• Must comply with relevant Environment, Health and Safety legislation and company policies, procedures and safe working systems.
• Facilitate a safe working environment & practices are maintained and compliance to site HSE standards.
• Support the completion of accident investigations and approving appropriate actions.
• To support in obtaining 6S score daily scores from work areas and to train and implement standards.
• To support site to achieve and maintains 6S score of 4 or above using the corporate standard procedures.

Quality

• Apply Lean Six Sigma tools to identify and deliver short and long-term quality improvements aligned to aerospace standards and customer requirements
• Support Right-First-Time initiatives, defect prevention activities, and reduction of Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)
• Support structured problem-solving activities and Kaizen events using recognised methodologies (e.g. PDCA, A3, DMAIC)
• Work closely with Quality and Engineering teams to identify, prioritise, and execute quality improvement projects
  

Cost

• Identify and support cost reduction opportunities through waste elimination, flow improvement, and improved process capability
• Develop and track meaningful performance measures to demonstrate improvement benefits
• Create and maintain value stream maps to support strategic decision-making and prioritisation
• To support in MOS compliance across the business

Delivery

• Support the identification, engagement, and implementation of Quick Win, Kaizen, and structured improvement projects
• Develop process maps, layouts, process flows, and control plans to support stable and repeatable operations
• Support the creation and execution of project charters, plans, milestones, and stakeholder engagement
• Development in project charters and selection of key stake holders to achieve project objectives
• Capture, standardise, and share lessons learned and best practice across the business
• Assist with the identification and application of the most appropriate lean process improvement methodologies and tools to meet the requirements of the projects undertaken.
• Provide relevant information for internal and external reports
• Facilitate Lean awareness and capability-building sessions to support continuous improvement maturity.

People

• Behaviours to be in line and support company values.
• To complete all mandatory E-leaning and enhanced training courses set by corporate.
• Must maintain knowledge of current lean manufacturing processes and tools to improve the company’s products and processes.
• Support in the cultural change to become more improvement focused.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the job.

Position Requirements

Essential criteria:

• Minimum of 5 GCSE or equivalent including Maths & English.
• Good verbal and written communication.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office software and particularly spreadsheet applications.
• Minimum 2 years in manufacturing environment.

Desirable criteria:

• Experience supporting or facilitating structured problem-solving or improvement activities
• Evidence of prior involvement in continuous improvement, Lean, or Six Sigma initiatives
• Experience working within a regulated or high-reliability manufacturing environment (e.g. aerospace, defence, medical)

Core Attributes and Competencies:

Attributes:

• To have Integrity
• Respectful to others
• Creative in finding ways to do things better
• Act ethically in all you do
• Collaborate well with others

Competencies:

• Problem solver
• Creative
• Proactive
• Objective
• Team player

About us:

Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, defence and space agencies worldwide. The organization officially adopted the name “Magellan Aerospace Corporation” in 1996; deriving it from the intrepid explorer Ferdinand Magellan. His global exploits at the turn of the 15th century established a number of firsts, so the company’s vision has been to carry this same legacy into the future of the aerospace industry.

At Magellan, we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value. Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual, and every individual is fundamental to the success of our business, so we invest in our employees and provide excellent career progression opportunities. When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!