Process Engineer

LEAD INFORMATION

Job Title: Process Engineer / Process Developer

Site Location: Broughton

Responsible To: Engineering / Management Team

Purpose of the Role: To develop, improve and support manufacturing processes across the business, supporting NPI, new customer projects, production efficiency, quality and continuous improvement.

Client Brief: Due to continued growth and the recent acquisition of two major customers, the client is looking to strengthen their engineering team with a Process Engineer / Process Developer. The role will work alongside an experienced Process Engineer and will support increasing customer demand, new product introductions and ongoing production optimisation.

KEY INFORMATION

Reason for Vacancy: Business growth and acquisition of two major customers, creating increased demand and new projects.

Contract: Permanent, full time

Salary: £40,000

Overtime: 1.5x basic rate Mon-Sat, 2.0x Sunday

Shifts: Monday Thursday 7:45am 4:15pm / Friday 7:45am 12:45pm

Holidays: 23 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Facilities: Excellent facilities on site, very well kept site and free parking available also

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Role

• Develop, implement and improve manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality and cost.
• Support NPI and new customer projects from introduction through to manufacture.
• Create and maintain process documentation, work instructions and SOPs.
• Drive continuous improvement and reduce waste.
• Investigate manufacturing issues and implement corrective actions.
• Carry out root cause analysis and structured problem solving.
• Work closely with Production, Quality, Engineering and Management teams.
• Support tooling, fixture development, process validation and equipment improvements.
• Monitor process performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure processes meet quality, customer and health & safety requirements.
• Provide technical support to production when required.

Key Skills Required

• Previous experience in Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or Process Development.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Competent with Microsoft Office.
• Ideally experience within precision engineering, machining, fabrication, aerospace, automotive or similar manufacturing.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma or Kaizen would be beneficial.
• NPI experience desirable.
• HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent engineering experience desirable.
• Proactive, self-motivated and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong team player with a focus on continuous improvement.

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