Process Engineer
£35,000 - £40,000 per annum + Benefits
Location: Droitwich, Worcestershire
Permanent Position
  
The Role

We are recruiting a Process Engineer to develop, implement and improve manufacturing processes within an established engineering and manufacturing environment.

You''ll be responsible for optimising production workflows, improving manufacturing efficiency, reducing costs and ensuring processes are standardised and effective. Working closely with Engineering, Quality, Production and Procurement teams, you''ll identify opportunities for continuous improvement and support the successful delivery of manufacturing operations.
  
Key Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate and improve manufacturing processes, with a focus on Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA).
• Conduct Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEAs) to identify and minimise manufacturing risks.
• Analyse production workflows and implement process improvements and standardisation initiatives.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, work instructions and visual standards.
• Support production teams with process-related issues and improvements.
• Develop and implement quality control systems, control plans and process standards.
• Drive 8D problem-solving, root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Specify and support the installation of new manufacturing equipment.
• Identify and implement tooling and fixture improvements.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Analyse manufacturing costs and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain process documentation, including BOMs, routing systems, process flows and control plans.
• Monitor manufacturing performance and report on process improvements and key performance indicators.

What We''re Looking For

• Proven experience in Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a similar role.
• Experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment, ideally involving process plant or HVAC.
• Strong understanding of DFMA, PFMEAs and control plans.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials and production methods.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Ability to implement process standardisation and improve production workflows.
• Experience with structured problem-solving methodologies, particularly 8D.
• Strong project management, organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to develop SOPs, work instructions and training programmes.
• Experience managing BOM structures, routing systems and NCRs.

Desirable:

• Experience with modular manufacturing and assembly.
• BOM generation experience.
• Experience in low-volume, high-value manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of tooling, fixtures and manufacturing equipment.

Apply Now

If you''re an experienced Process or Manufacturing Engineer looking to improve production efficiency and drive continuous improvement within an established engineering business, we''d love to hear from you.
  
Apply today to find out more about this opportunity.