Process Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing client seeks a skilled Process Engineer on the outskirts of Maidstone. This permanent position offers competitive salary and benefits while playing a key role in process improvement and efficiency optimisation projects. With excellent career progression opportunities, this role is ideal for motivated individuals wanting to contribute meaningfully to a global leader.

Benefits

Private medical cover

Company pension (6% employer contribution)

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a process-driven environment is desirable.
• Strong communication skills both written and oral.
• Self-motivated with a commitment to self-development.

Responsibilities

• Lead specific projects and monitor process improvements.
• Deploy Lean techniques to maximise process efficiency.
• Organise status meetings to align departmental goals.

Skills

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Technical Degree (e.g., Chemical Engineering)

Job description

Job Description

Process Engineer

Location: Maidstone Outskirts

Type: Permanent

Salary: Competitive + benefits

Join a global leader in manufacturing and contribute to process improvement and efficiency optimisation projects. Enjoy a competitive salary, private medical cover, and a company pension. Benefit from quick career progression and continuous learning opportunities.

Our client, a trusted partner to companies worldwide, is seeking a skilled Process Engineer to join their team on the outskirts of Maidstone. As a global leader, they offer an extensive portfolio of innovative solutions.

Position Overview

As a Process Engineer, you will play a crucial role in driving process improvement and efficiency optimisation across the site. You will lead specific projects, conduct regular reviews, and deploy Lean techniques to maximise process efficiency.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the company's commitment to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees, and the communities they serve.

Responsibilities

• Participate in process improvement programs, monitor processes, and assist in troubleshooting.
• Lead specific projects and analysis, conducting regular project reviews and ensuring resource allocation.
• Deploy Lean techniques throughout the site to optimise efficiency.
• Organise and coordinate status meetings, maximising process efficiency.
• Identify constraints and liaise with various departments on improvement projects.
• Undertake projects to optimise efficiency, reliability, and safety.
• Communicate and assist other departments during problem-solving sessions.
• Support the development of the company and its people, adopting changes in technology and equipment.

Requirements

• Technical Degree (e.g., Chemical Engineering or similar).
• Previous experience in a process-driven environment (desirable).
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritise workloads.
• Excellent problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Computer and systems literacy.
• Clear written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to deal professionally with contractors and staff.
• Self-motivated with a commitment to self-development and encouraging others.

Company Overview

Our client is a global leader dedicated to creating efficient and scalable solutions to solve complex challenges.

Benefits

• Quick career progression opportunities.
• 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday (08:30 - 17:30).
• Private medical cover.
• Company pension (6% employer contribution, minimum 3% employee contribution).

Employees are expected to be adaptable, follow instructions, and contribute to a safe working environment. We recommend reviewing your CV for layout, spelling, and grammar before applying, and including a cover letter or preface if highlighting specific qualifications or experience.

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