Process Engineer

Aliaxis Group SA; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fluid management company in the UK is seeking a Process Engineer to optimise manufacturing operations. The role involves enhancing efficiency and driving innovation across extrusion and fabrication processes. Ideal candidates possess strong problem-solving skills and a deep understanding of polymers. This position offers competitive benefits including 33 days of holiday and a health & wellbeing package.

Benefits

33 days holiday (inc bank holidays)

Life Assurance 6x annual salary

Health and Dental Cash Plans

Pension contribution up to 10%

Enhanced parental leave

Cycling to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proficient in managing project improvements and optimising manufacturing processes.
• Capable of leading troubleshooting efforts to enhance operations.
• Keen understanding of industry trends and technology adoption.

Responsibilities

• Optimise processes in extrusion, fabrication, and compounding.
• Lead continuous improvement projects aligned with KPIs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve technical excellence.

Skills

Deep understanding of polymers and extrusion processes

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

Experience with CI methodologies (Kaizen, 5S, Ishikawa)

Excellent communication and influencing skills

Project management capability

IT proficiency with Microsoft Suite

Proactive mindset

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Power BI

Advanced Excel

Job description

Overview

Aliaxis: We make life flow

What does that mean? If you think about it, fluids are needed in every place or process you can imagine – in every home, in every hospital, in every factory, in every farm, in every café. We rely on fluids every day, and Aliaxis is here to help create the safest, most effective, and reliable solutions for sustainable fluid management.

The Opportunity/Role

Are you a process-driven problem solver with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your technical expertise can make a real impact? If so, we would love to welcome you to Aliaxis UK!

What you’ll be doing

As a Process Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of our manufacturing operations—optimising processes, improving efficiency, and driving innovation across extrusion, fabrication, and compounding. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver technical excellence and lead projects that enhance performance and product quality.

• Understand and analyse process variables to improve product characteristics
• Optimise manufacturing parameters from raw material to final packaging
• Lead troubleshooting and implement solutions to reduce downtime and scrap
• Define SOPs and best practices for extrusion line setup and shutdown
• Support and develop Shift Technicians, providing clear technical guidance
• Own and deliver improvement projects aligned with key KPIs (OEE, Scrap, Overweight)
• Collaborate with HSE, Quality, CI, Engineering, and Maintenance teams
• Stay ahead of industry trends and introduce new technologies

What we’re looking for

• Deep understanding of polymers and extrusion processes
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Experience with CI methodologies (Kaizen, 5S, Ishikawa)
• Excellent communication and influencing skills across all levels
• Project management capability and a proactive mindset
• IT proficiency (Microsoft Suite essential; Power BI and advanced Excel a plus)
• Open to change and passionate about continuous improvement

Benefits

• 33 days holiday (inc bank holidays) & holiday purchase scheme
• Life Assurance 6x annual salary
• Critical illness cover
• Health and Dental Cash Plans
• Pension contribution up to 10%
• Enhanced parental leave
• Great discounts on local retailers and restaurants
• Fantastic Health & Wellbeing package including an Employee Assistance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Plus many more

Equal Opportunity Employer

Aliaxis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer who welcomes candidates and employees from all backgrounds. We are committed to building and investing in a culture of belonging, where all our employees feel empowered, can be their true selves and are able to bring their best ideas forward and contribute to the company"Growth with Purpose" strategy. Should you have specific needs, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate.

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