Process Engineer

Klöckner Pentaplast; Newport; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Support for development

Job summary

Klöckner Pentaplast in Newport is seeking a motivated Process Engineer to optimise and improve manufacturing processes at their Crumlin site. The role demands collaboration with operations, engineering, and quality teams to ensure reliable production.

Applicants should hold a degree in Engineering and have 3-5 years of experience in a similar environment. A competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for personal development are offered in this role.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in a manufacturing or process engineering environment.
• Proven process optimisation and problem-solving skills.
• Sound statistical knowledge applied in production.

Responsibilities

• Maintain process control and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing processes.
• Define SOPs, process parameters and control systems in line with product, capability and quality requirements.
• Lead technical improvement projects from concept to implementation.

Skills

Process optimisation

Problem-solving

Lean

Statistical analysis

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Chemical, or Process Engineering

Tools

SPC

Six Sigma

Job description

kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation.

Process Engineer

Crumlin | Reporting to the Site Manager

Purpose of the Job: We are looking for a motivated Process Engineer to optimise, control and continuously improve manufacturing processes at our Crumlin site. Reporting to the Site Manager, you will keep our processes capable, stable and performing well – working closely with operations, engineering and quality teams to deliver safe, efficient and reliable production. It is a hands‑on role for someone who enjoys solving problems at source and turning analysis into real improvement on the line.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain process control and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing processes.
• Define SOPs, process parameters and control systems in line with product, capability and quality requirements.
• Use root cause analysis (RCA, 5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA) and SPC to reduce complaints, non-conformances and process variation.
• Reduce waste, scrap and rework, and improve process stability and equipment efficiency.
• Lead technical improvement projects from concept to implementation, with proper change control.
• Support the commissioning and qualification of new equipment, and train colleagues on new processes.
• Actively contribute to the site’s Safety Culture.

What You’ll Need

Essential

• Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Chemical, Process Engineering or a related discipline.
• 3–5 years’ experience in a manufacturing or process engineering environment.
• Proven process optimisation and problem‑solving skills, with knowledge of Lean and continuous improvement.
• Sound statistical knowledge applied in production.

Desirable

• Experience in film extrusion, converting, packaging or continuous manufacturing.
• Six Sigma Black Belt.

What we offer

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• A hands‑on engineering role with real ownership of process performance at an established site.
• The chance to lead improvement projects end to end and see the impact on the line.
• Support for your development, including continuous improvement and Six Sigma capability.

At kp, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is vital to our global success. We welcome applicants from all identities, ideas, perspectives and experiences and encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. We aim to create an inclusive culture where our employees feel empowered to play to their strengths and see themselves reflected in the organization without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual preference, marital status, or inclusion in any other protected class.