Foundry Process Engineer — Lean Optimization & CAPEX

Doncasters; Chard Town; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Doncasters is seeking a Process Engineer for our Foundry to optimise and control manufacturing processes, ensuring safe, efficient, and consistent output. You will work with the engineering team to drive performance and quality, delivering operational excellence in a dynamic metal casting environment.

You will lead improvement initiatives, manage CAPEX projects, reduce scrap, and apply 8D, FMEA and Lean tools.

Qualifications

• HND/HNC or bachelor's in Material science, Mechanical Engineering or Foundry Technology.
• Previous experience as a process engineer in casting or injection moulding.
• Knowledge of 8D, FMEA, OEE, and Lean Manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with part engineers to reduce scrap and waste.
• Lead plant equipment improvement including major CAPEX projects.
• Lead improvement initiatives in manufacturing process.
• Resolve conflicts using structured problem-solving approaches.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Continuous improvement

Scrap reduction

CAPEX project leadership

8D

FMEA

OEE

Lean manufacturing

CP/CPK understanding

Education

HND/HNC or Bachelor in Material science/Mechanical Engineering/Foundry Technology

Job description

Doncasters is seeking a Process Engineer for our Foundry to optimise and control manufacturing processes, ensuring safe, efficient, and consistent output. You will work with the engineering team to drive performance and quality, delivering operational excellence in a dynamic metal casting environment.

You will lead improvement initiatives, manage CAPEX projects, reduce scrap, and apply 8D, FMEA and Lean tools.