Manufacturing Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Coventry; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a proactive Manufacturing Process Engineer specializing in furnace systems. This role is crucial for the efficient operation and continuous improvement of furnace processes. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, leveraging their hands-on experience to drive technical excellence and safety compliance. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork, offering competitive benefits, including a shift allowance, bonus potential, and enhanced pension plans. If you're ready to make a significant impact, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Shift Allowance

Bonus

25 Days Holiday

Enhanced Pension

Death in Service x4

Canteen

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience with furnace systems and heat treatment processes.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair furnace-related issues to ensure efficient operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and deliver training on heat treatment.

Skills

Furnace Operation

Continuous Improvement

Technical Support

SAP Planning

Safety Compliance

Team Collaboration

Job description

Job Description

Manufacturing Process Engineer (Furnace Specialist)
Location: Coventry
Reporting To: Maintenance and Engineering Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Manufacturing Process Engineer - Furnace to join our team. This is a key role responsible for the efficient operation, improvement, and development of all furnace systems on site. If you have hands-on furnace experience and thrive in a fast-paced, technical environment, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and repair process plant and equipment issues




• Drive continuous improvement of heat treatment and furnace processes




• Deliver training to employees on heat treatment operations




• Prepare and distribute technical reports and documentation




• Provide technical support across group companies




• Plan, design, and implement productivity and cost-saving initiatives




• Develop new thermal processes (e.g. vacuum sintering)




• Provide emergency support for heat treatment plant




• Conduct safety system tests and maintain compliance records




• Maintain and process SAP planning sheet inquiries




• Support development and maintenance of FMEAs




• Create and maintain SOPs for all process-related equipment




• Manage process-related spare parts and inventory




• Support internal audits across all shifts as needed

Equipment & Process Support:

• Understand departmental machine and process capacities




• Assist maintenance teams with critical spare parts identification




• Complete machine fix reports and provide plant training

What We're Looking For:

• A proactive, hands-on engineer with proven furnace experience




• Strong team player with excellent communication skills




• Flexible and adaptable to dynamic work environments




• Committed to process excellence, safety, and efficiency

6-2 and 2-10 Monday to Friday 45-50k Plus Shift Allowance Plus Bonus/25 days holiday /Enhanced Pension/Death in Service x4-Canteen and More