Process Engineer

Forterra Building Products Limited; Enniskillen; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building products manufacturer in Enniskillen is seeking a Process Engineer to join its Technical Quality Assurance team. You will lead process improvements and innovation initiatives focused on quality, sustainability, and cost-efficiency. Candidates should have a background in Material Science or Process Engineering and effective communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits including life assurance and personal development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Gym benefits

Opportunities for personal development

Qualifications

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and MS Teams.
• Background in Material Science, Science Management, or Process Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Deliver process and innovation improvements in quality, delivery, sustainability, and cost.
• Lead material development and optimization projects.
• Conduct optimization trials to reduce material overage and maintain product quality.

Skills

Manufacturing technology

Problem-solving

Change management

Technical support

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Material Science, Science Management, or Process Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Teams

Job description

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Technical Quality Assurance team as a Process Engineer.

As a Central Process Engineer, you will liaise with Engineering, Quality, and Operational plants supporting Aircrete, Brick, and Concrete production. Your responsibilities include delivering process and innovation improvements in quality, delivery, sustainability, and cost.

You will act as the process improvement lead for resolving issues related to process, materials, and technical aspects. You will lead initiatives in cost savings, product development, sustainability, and process realization through new product development and innovation projects assigned by the Technical Operations Manager.

Your duties include but are not limited to:

• Technical Operational Support and Guidance:

• Practical experience in manufacturing technology within Aircrete, Brick, or Concrete production at Forterra sites.
• Lead material development and optimization projects, including raw material changes, process optimization, and sustainability initiatives.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in problem-solving on-site/plant.

• Experience in sustaining improvements through effective change management.

• Address technical issues and facilitate their resolution.
• Share knowledge across the site to ensure operators and maintenance understand their requirements in layman's terms.
• Lead process engineering during new plant startups, supporting design, commissioning, and handover activities.

Process Engineering Development and Plant Optimization:

• Conduct optimization trials to reduce material overage and maintain product quality and compliance.
• Lead technical aspects of new product development projects, ensuring proper documentation and product integrity.
• Drive process engineering improvements related to CAPEX, quality, innovation, and equipment.
• Implement systems and technologies to replace paper-based systems, incorporating new technologies like AI and cameras.
• Focus on reducing energy consumption, over-processing, and overproduction, with an emphasis on innovation.

Process Improvement, Sustainability & Innovation:

• Maintain close collaboration with Quality and Engineering teams to ensure compliance and assurance.
• Apply continuous improvement tools such as 5 Why, FMEA, and Cause and Effect analysis.
• Manage and deliver process innovation projects through ICE ranking.

Mentorship and Development:

• Mentor junior staff in material technology and technical training.
• Support ongoing personal development and promote continuous improvement using WCM philosophies, tools, and techniques.

About You:

• Ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and MS Teams.
• Background in Material Science, Science Management, or Process Engineering (Bachelor's degree or relevant experience).
• Preferred 10+ years of experience, with certifications like 6Sigma Green Belt advantageous.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Life assurance, pension scheme, holiday allowance, gym benefits, and more.
• Opportunities for personal development and progression.
• Bonus schemes, share schemes, and wellbeing programs.

Forterra is a leading manufacturer of a diverse range of concrete and clay building products, supporting construction projects across the sector. Our brands include Thermalite, Bison Precast, and London Brick, among others.

Our purpose is to build lasting legacies by manufacturing products that support our customers' construction needs. We are committed to safety and achieving zero harm in our workplaces.