Process Engineer

Sigma Recruitment Limited; Blackwood; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in manufacturing is seeking a skilled Process Engineer to join their close-knit team. This exciting role involves contributing to new product introduction processes while utilizing Lean, Continuous Improvement, and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance operational efficiency. With a stable order book extending to 2028, you can enjoy unparalleled job security while working in a dynamic environment. If you're passionate about process improvement and ready to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company that values your potential and offers a supportive atmosphere for your growth.

Benefits

Pension Plan

Healthcare Benefits

25 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment as a process engineer.
• Strong Lean, CI, and Six Sigma experience, ideally Six Sigma Green Belt qualified.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to new product introduction processes and monitor data for optimal performance.
• Lead continuous improvement activities and communicate with customers on issues.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement (CI)

Six Sigma

Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

Data Analysis

Education

HNC or above in a relevant technical or engineering field

Tools

Ishikawa Diagrams

5 WHYs

Job description

Location

Blackwood

Job Reference

BBBH4548

Job Type

Permanent

Posted Date

19/02/2025

Why you should apply:

Test your skills: You would be working in a fast-paced manufacturing setup needing to balance reactive troubleshooting with long-term process improvement projects, are you up to the task?

How lean are you? Do you know your Ishikawa from your Fishbone diagrams? (Yes, they are the same thing, you passed the first test!). The company utilises an array of Lean, CI and Six Sigma tools and techniques, join them in their quest to be as efficient as possible!

Unparalleled Job Security: With a stable order book extending to 2028, rest easy knowing your position is secure, free from the worries of unexpected redundancies.

Close-knit team: You will work as part of a small team to deliver efficient processes for a large manufacturing site (circa 250 permanent staff).

Process Engineer duties will include:

• Contributing to new product introduction processes
• Monitoring of data to ensure processes are performing to their optimum
• Using data to identify areas for improvement
• Assisting in ensuring all required documentation is in place for all processes
• Overseeing and leading continuous improvement activities
• Communicating with customers as required to provide updates on any issues and what corrective actions are being put in place
• Liaising with other departments to achieve set goals and improvements
• Updating project plans as needed
• Producing reports for the management team as required.

To apply for the Process Engineer role, you will need:

• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment (automotive, plastics, aerospace, etc.) as a process engineer, manufacturing engineer, production engineer, etc.
• A relevant technical or engineering qualification (ideally HNC or above).
• Strong Lean, CI and Six Sigma experience, skilled in the use of tools such as RCA, 5 WHYs, Ishikawa, etc. and ideally qualified to Six Sigma Green Belt level
• Some experience of customer contact as part of your role.

What's In It for You?

A salary of £40,000-£45,000 (depending on experience), plus a pension plan, healthcare benefits, 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, etc.

Working Hours:

Monday to Thursday 8am-4:30pm and Friday 8am-2:30pm.

Ready to Make a Move?

If you are a process engineer, manufacturing engineer, or production engineer that is keen to secure a position within a stable manufacturing environment, we want to hear from you. Click apply now - do not worry if your CV is not perfect; we are more interested in your potential. For a confidential discussion or to learn more, reach out to us with reference BBBH4548 Process Engineer.