UNIVERSAL FIBRE is looking for employees for positions:
sales executive
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
Benefits
laptop
product designer
Working hours
full-time
Responsibility
assisting with the full product design, from concept to manufacture
mechanical and electrical/electronic product design
fibre and LED optical systems and assembly design
design prototyping
working to tight timescales and designing to cost
questioning, researching, recording and noting key information
working with UK and overseas suppliers to source components and sub-assemblies
creation and maintenance of technical files and documentation
Requirements
have a curious and analytical approach
high level of attention to detail
ability to communicate at all levels - both written and oral
be enthusiastic with the ability to work well under pressure
cnc programmer
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
Requirements
fully trained CNC Turning and / or Milling
fully trained CNC Turning
skilled Setter and Programmer using Fanuc controls on Doosan lathes and Haas Mills
skilled Setter and Programmer using Fanuc controls on Colchester and Doosan lathes
machining bespoke components as well as standard products for the assembly line
ability to interpret Engineering drawings & manufacturing components within set tolerances
ensure all company policies surrounding, health & safety, quality requirements and housekeeping are met
good problem solving & strong attention to detail
Responsibility
we now have the opportunity to employ an additional two CNC programmer / setter / operators
due to continued increasing demand, UFO invested heavily in our engineering department over the past few years. This includes new machinery and a purpose-built extension, which is home to our engineering department
stores person
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
Responsibility
ensure efficient use of warehouse space, moving and locating stock as necessary
oversee raw inventory, finished stock & packaging materials in the warehouse
liaise with all departments on usage and stock requirements to maintain manageable stock levels
production supervisor
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
full-time | Temporary
Responsibility
supervision of departmental staff, including performance, quality of work, and attendance
picking components from stock locations
processing and checking of all internal production orders and planning accordingly
processing of production orders
monitoring of stock requirements and replenishment
creating, maintaining, and closing of production pick lists
maintaining all relevant and designated computer records
ensuring stock levels of raw components and completed products are maintained
Requirements
computer literate
strong communication and organisational skills
good time management, capable of meeting tight deadlines while being thorough and flexible
problem solving and attention to detail
technical support engineer
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
Requirements
A strong technical background, including demonstrable hands-on experience in a production department
proven ability to understand electrical and electronic concepts and apply those skills effectively
be able to apply logic and develop solutions to problems and challenges
be comfortable working as part of a team including supporting the R&D department
have strong numeracy and literacy skills and be comfortable producing and managing all aspects of product documentation
be competent at designing and building conceptual and prototype assemblies
be able to communicate clearly with clients and other staff members of all levels and provide feedback for all aspects of the job role
Responsibility
responsibility for creating and maintaining product technical files typically containing work instructions, BOMs, CAD drawings, schematics, datasheets etc
liaise with external auditors to ensure product compliance
provide technical and design support for the company’s sales activities
provide technical support for the company’s production and project activities
solve and document technical issues related to products. These could be legacy products or products which are currently going through the development process
provide technical support for external customers
supporting product development within the technical team, through testing, internal technical approval and documentation, ensuring due diligence is carried out – particularly with regards to product safety and viability
implementation and monitoring of relevant testing to international standards ensuring standard products are correctly certified, component compliance is monitored, and an effective change recording and processing system is in place
electronics engineer
Requirements
self-motivated with a 'can-do' attitude
HND / BEng Electronics Engineering
high level of attention to detail
ability to communicate at all levels - both written and oral
ability to prioritise workloads
basic understanding of LED lighting systems and their driving methods - constant current/voltage
understanding of electronics principles and calculations – e.g. Ohm’s law, power dissipation
fault finding on PCBs
Responsibility
schematic design and layout of PCBs
collaborating with colleagues/other departments/suppliers on a variety of projects
taking designs from prototype through to production
designing and implementing improvements to legacy products
fault finding & documentation of customer returns
completing and maintaining technical files to a high standard
creating & revising product test procedures, both software and hardware
assisting with improvements in quality and reliability
production manager
Benefits
mutual
Working hours
full-time | Permanent
Responsibility
universal Fibre Optics Ltd are looking for a Production Manager to join our manufacturing team, reporting to the Operations Manager
tasks for the role to include
managing, developing, and improving all aspects of the Quality management system
overseeing all aspects of manufacturing withing the fibre optic harness and polishing department
implementation of new Quality management systems in line with the company’s goals and objectives
monitoring and measuring all Quality and manufacturing KPI’s
the Production Manager will be responsible for motivating and developing their team whilst scheduling and managing the efficient manufacture of our high-quality products to meet deadlines
ensuring that 1st off, interim, patrol and final inspection activities are conducted by you and the quality team
Requirements
quality assurance, preferably within a Manufacturing Organisation
experience with programming CMM machines
experience with first article and final inspection procedures
experience inspecting machined and fabricated components
fully Conversant with complex Engineering drawings
quality assurance: 1 year
engineer
Responsibility
set up and operate CNC machines according to technical drawings and specifications
perform second operations to ensure parts meet required standards
inspect finished products for accuracy, adhering to tight tolerances and quality standards
troubleshoot machine issues and resolve technical problems promptly to minimize downtime
maintain and operate machinery in compliance with health and safety regulations
collaborate with team members and supervisors to improve production processes and efficiencies
maintain a clean and organised work area, ensuring equipment is properly maintained
support with continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to problem-solving efforts
Requirements
proven experience as a CNC operator or in 2nd operations within an engineering or manufacturing environment
strong understanding of CNC machinery and associated tooling
ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints
familiarity with measurement tools and quality control processes
knowledge of materials and finishes used in machining
ability to work with minimal supervision, taking ownership of tasks
good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality
cnc machinist
Requirements
experience working with CNC machines using Fanuc controls on Doosan lathes, Haas Mills and Star GB
machining bespoke components as well as standard products for the assembly line
ability to interpret Engineering drawings & manufacturing components within set tolerances
ensure all company policies surrounding, health & safety, quality requirements and housekeeping are met
good problem solving & strong attention to detail
ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Responsibility
purpose of Role
working within the Engineering Dept
main duties and responsibilities will be, but are not limited to
CNC setting/running/programming appropriate to skills and level of training
always looking to better programs and tooling
due to an expansion within our Engineering Department & increasing demands we now have an opportunity to employ an additional two CNC Engineers
assisting UFO production by creating tooling/jigs to improve production processes in all areas
ensuring machines are running with the right amount of oil, coolant levels