Apprentice Manufacturing Test Engineer - Production

DESCRIPTION

Part of the Manufacturing Team, responsible for the inspection, assembly and unit testing of Linear Accelerators and associated sub-assemblies and products.

The production assembly activity builds and tests a wide range of electro/mechanical sub-assemblies and systems.

The assemblies are built to controlled work instructions and drawings.

Where required the assemblies may be tested to a Production Test Schedule (PTS).

Both the assembly and test activities may necessitate the use of specialist tools or test equipment as specified within Standard Operating Procedures, work instructions, drawing package or Production Test Schedules. Device History Records (DHR) are compiled and completed during assembly and testing processes via the Manufacturing Execution System (MES).

Test results are recorded within MES which are determined by the associated PTS and this will include recording test results, serial numbers of parts/assemblies and P numbers of test equipment (i.e. their equipment ID numbers).

Faulty components and non-conforming material are rejected using the NCR procedure.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for the assembly and test of the product to the drawing specification and relevant Production Test Schedule (PTS) ensuring all build and test documentation used is the correct issue. When material or assembly quality problems are identified an NCR must be raised and the appropriate short term corrective action taken (i.e. repair or reject), ensuring the NCR process is followed.

If for any reason the specification is found to be incorrect or sub-standard then a change request must be raised to identify the problem so appropriate development actions can be taken to resolve the issue.

To fault find problems and where necessary replace and retest non-conforming parts.

To maintain a clean and safe working environment, taking responsibility for tools, equipment, test bay and any product being tested.

Use appropriate PPE and adhere to all necessary safety protocols.

Designated trainers are responsible for training other operators in applicable assembly and test procedures.

Where required, ESD precautions must be followed.

Assist other functions within the business such as production, spares, service, or training as directed by the Mfg Manger – Systems Test. This could include the need to assist with testing products, fault finding, assisting other departments or personnel.

 

AUTHORITIES

Complete tasks and documentation where covered by current training records.

Complete non-conformance reports and sign off tasks where covered by current training records.

Confirmation that the product being tested meets the PTS

Training Outcome:

To become a fully qualified Manufacturing Test Engineer with Elekta

Employer Description:
Founded in 1972 Elekta have dedicated themselves to pioneering advances in cancer care and the treatment of brain disorders. The company employs 700 people in their high-tech facility in Crawley.

Working Hours :
Working hours: 39 hour week – 4 week (Mon-Thu or Tue-Fri) 2 x 15 min paid tea breaks 1 x 30 min unpaid lunch break Hours 07:00 to 17:15 9:45 hour day

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills