Graduate Process Engineer: Lean & Continuous Improvement

Brett Martin; Newtownabbey; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Retirement plan

Free parking

Cycle to work

Life insurance

Job summary

The Graduate Process Engineer at Brett Martin in Northern Ireland will provide technical leadership in the manufacturing department, optimising running conditions, set-ups, changeovers and processes to improve capacity, quality, efficiency and safety.

You will analyse operating data, maintain process documentation, assist in commissioning new machinery, and drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean/Six Sigma/TPM principles, with training provided to develop World Class Manufacturing

Qualifications

• HNC or equivalent in an engineering or plastics-related subject.
• 1 year’s experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in stock control and leading improvement teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and D365.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership in the department to sustain and improve operations.
• Optimise and standardise machine running conditions, set-ups, changeovers and other processes.
• Troubleshoot and solve problems impacting capacity, quality, efficiency, delivery, environmental compliance and safety.
• Perform cost analysis and identify cost savings opportunities; plan continuous improvement projects and establish KPIs.
• Train operators and support the implementation of new machinery within the department.
• Lead trials and provide feedback to Technical and QA Departments with required samples.

Skills

Continuous Improvement

Lean Manufacturing

Problem Solving

Education

HNC or equivalent in engineering/plastics

Tools

Excel

D365

Job description

The Graduate Process Engineer at Brett Martin in Northern Ireland will provide technical leadership in the manufacturing department, optimising running conditions, set-ups, changeovers and processes to improve capacity, quality, efficiency and safety.

You will analyse operating data, maintain process documentation, assist in commissioning new machinery, and drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean/Six Sigma/TPM principles, with training provided to develop World Class Manufacturing