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Safran

Head of Manufacturing Engineer (Sheet Metal)

ExecutiveManufacturing & Production

Listed on Safran’s official careers site. Posted September 22, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.

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Job description

-Prepare manufacturing processes for new products and engineering changes.

  • Design and optimize production line layouts for maximum efficiency and space utilization.
  • Develop and validate assembly tools, fixtures, and semi/fully automated systems -Implement lean manufacturing principles: QRQC ,VSM, One-piece Flow, Pull System, 5S+1.
  • Collaborate with QC to maintain product quality and reduce defects( RCCA ).
  • Build a strong engineering team culture focused on problem-solving and continuous improvement.
  • Train production teams on new technologies, standard work methods, and product knowledge.
  • Apply AI and smart technologies to monitor, analyze, and improve production performance.
  • Use data-driven, process optimization, and quality control.
  • Provide regular summary reports and recommendations to APU Manager -Identify improvement projects, assess feasibility, and lead implementation.
  • Ensure all activities align with safety, environmental, and compliance standards -Completed education of not below bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering or any related field. -10 to 15 years of related experience in manufacturing environmental.
  • Lean tools and methodology application 2-3 experiences. -6-sigma DMAIC GB/BB/MBB certified.
  • Experiences in people management; performance management, coaching and knowledge and skills development -Strong analytical skills, coupled with a creative and open mind towards alternative methods.
  • Able to complete projects in a timely manner and document the results.
  • Self-starter, able to work with little direct oversight.
  • Able to plan tasks and small projects.
  • Team player with strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Having technical skills or knowledge related to Sheet metal parts and assembly manufacturing.
  • Having basic knowledge of CATIA and/ or SOLID WORKS.
  • Experience in ISO, OHSAS, Lean Six Sigma, Quality control system (Process flow chart, PFMEA, Control plan) and QC tools with good computer skills (MS Office, Minitab, Access, Power BI etc.) -Good English communication skills to enable efficient communication with foreign customers and understand technical documentation.
  • Knowledge of data processing and MS office in intermediate level.
  • Knowledge of ERP system in intermediate level

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