Process Engineer

McCormick & Company; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in flavor is seeking a Process Engineer in Peterborough. This role focuses on driving process reliability, reducing scrap, and optimizing operations through data analysis. Candidates should have a strong Mechanical Engineering background and practical experience with production lines. Excellent analytical and communication skills are essential for success. This position aims to enhance team capabilities and improve overall manufacturing processes, contributing to operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Strong engineering background with practical experience in production lines.
• Hands-on capability in mechanical troubleshooting and optimization.
• Proficient in data interpretation and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Drive Process Reliability and Yield performance.
• Lead process improvement initiatives.
• Analyze and optimize production processes.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering background

Troubleshooting

Process optimization

Analytical skills

Power BI

Excel

Communication skills

Team-oriented mindset

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Job description

PROCESS ENGINEER

Peterborought

This position is responsible for driving a reduction of chronic losses (e.g. Process Reliability, Yield and Scrap) through the development of standards. This role will help reduce variation in operating methods thereby improving the reliability and repeatability of processes. The Process Engineer will work with Team Manager, Maintenance Manager and Technician teams to standardize processes and procedures for the plant, including, but not limited to, processing, packaging, and maintenance and engineering departments.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive Process Reliability, Yield and Scrap performance for the line.
• Lead improvement initiatives to meet annual operational goals.
• Analyze processes to identify gaps and implement optimization solutions.
• Troubleshoot production losses and strengthen line standards.
• Support cost‑reduction, automation and capital improvement projects.
• Provide data analysis and insights to support technical and investment decisions.
• Develop and maintain key operational documentation (SOPs, training materials).
• Coach and develop Technicians and Operators to build team capability.
• Ensure data accuracy for line KPIs and prepare regular performance reports.
• Participate in daily direction‑setting meetings and contribute to a site pillar.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Strong engineering background, ideally in Mechanical Engineering, with solid practical experience working directly with production lines and technical equipment.
• Hands-on mechanical capability, including effective troubleshooting, process optimization, and proven impact on reducing line losses and scrap.
• Advanced analytical skills, with the ability to interpret operational data, prepare clear presentations, and confidently use tools such as Power BI and Excel.
• Effective communication and influencing abilities, enabling collaboration across functions and guiding teams without formal authority.
• Team‑oriented and proactive mindset, with a natural willingness to spend time on the shop floor (Gemba) and engage with technicians and operators.
• High learning agility and adaptability, comfortable working in ambiguous environments, supporting projects, and showing strong potential for future leadership.

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COMPANY

At McCormick, we bring our passion for flavor to work each day. We encourage growth, respect everyone's contributions and do what's right for our business, our people, our communities and our planet. Join us on our quest to make every meal and moment better.

Founded in Baltimore, MD in 1889 in a room and a cellar by 25-year-old Willoughby McCormick with three employees, McCormick is a global leader in flavour. With over 14,000 employees around the world and more than $6 Billion in annual sales, the Company manufactures, markets and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavourful products to the entire food industry, retail outlets, food manufactures, food service businesses and consumers.

While our global headquarters are in the Baltimore, Maryland, USA area, McCormick operates and serves customers from nearly 50 locations in 27 countries and 135 markets in Asia-Pacific, China, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and the Americas, including North, South and Central America with recognized brands including Schwartz.

At McCormick, we have over a 100-year legacy based on our “Power of People” principle. This principle fosters an unusually dedicated workforce requiring a culture of respect, recognition, inclusion and collaboration based on the highest ethical values.

Agencies: McCormick as needed will work with external recruitment vendors through our Agency Portal. Unless previously contacted, McCormick does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies.

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies