Process Engineer

Orion Electrotech Ltd; Hampton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Electrotech Ltd is seeking a Process Engineer to support and improve injection moulding on the shop floor. You’ll work with Production, Quality, Tooling and Maintenance to drive validation, troubleshoot issues and deliver high-quality, efficient manufacturing.

You’ll develop SOPs, optimise cycles and drive continuous improvement. Candidates should have 4 years’ experience in injection moulding or manufacturing engineering, hands-on machine setting and knowledge of process parameters.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in injection moulding processes and machine setting.
• Experience carrying out process investigations and root cause analysis.
• Ability to develop process documentation and manufacturing instructions.

Responsibilities

• Lead injection moulding process validation and production readiness activities.
• Conduct mould trials, process trials and machine optimisation projects.
• Troubleshoot moulding, quality and production issues using root cause analysis techniques.
• Optimise cycle times, reduce scrap and improve process stability.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, SOPs and work instructions.
• Drive continuous improvement, waste reduction and manufacturing efficiency projects.

Skills

Process engineering

Injection moulding

Continuous improvement

Manufacturing on floor

Education

Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Polymer Engineering

HND equivalent

Tools

Arburg

Demag

Engel

Haitian

Job description

The Role

As a Process Engineer, you'll be responsible for supporting and improving injection moulding processes, ensuring products are manufactured consistently, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

Working closely with Production, Quality, Tooling, Maintenance and Engineering teams, you'll drive process improvements, troubleshoot technical issues and lead new product and process validation activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead injection moulding process validation, proofing and production readiness activities
• Conduct mould trials, process trials and machine optimisation projects
• Troubleshoot moulding, quality and production issues using root cause analysis techniques
• Optimise cycle times, reduce scrap and improve process stability
• Support the setting, validation and ongoing optimisation of injection moulding machines
• Develop and maintain process documentation, SOPs and work instructions
• Drive continuous improvement, waste reduction and manufacturing efficiency projects
• Support training and development of manufacturing personnel
• Identify opportunities for automation and process enhancement
• Work collaboratively across Engineering, Production, Quality and Maintenance functions

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• 4 years' experience within injection moulding, process engineering or manufacturing engineering
• Strong hands-on experience of injection moulding machine setting, optimisation and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of injection moulding process parameters, tooling and moulding defects
• Experience working with machines such as Arburg, Demag, Engel, Haitian or similar
• Understanding of plastic materials, polymer processing and material behaviour
• Experience carrying out process investigations and root cause analysis
• Ability to develop process documentation and manufacturing instructions
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement and process optimisation

Desirable

• Experience within a quality-driven manufacturing environment
• Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience
• Injection moulding or polymer processing certification
• Degree, HND or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials or Polymer Engineering

What's On Offer?

• Opportunity to join a successful and growing manufacturing business
• Varied and technically challenging role
• Exposure to new product introduction and advanced manufacturing projects
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Supportive engineering and manufacturing environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a Process Engineer who enjoys being on the manufacturing floor, solving technical problems and driving performance improvements. You'll have the autonomy to influence processes, improve productivity and play a key role in delivering high-quality products within a modern injection moulding environment.

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