Process Engineer

DK Recruitment; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Process Engineer to enhance production efficiency in a dynamic manufacturing environment. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise in production technology and maintenance techniques to drive continuous improvement initiatives, tackle breakdowns, and implement quality enhancements. You will collaborate with teams to identify waste reduction opportunities and ensure optimal line performance. This role offers a rewarding culture focused on growth and development, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes a matched pension scheme, private medical insurance, and more. If you are a proactive problem-solver with a passion for engineering excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Matched contribution Pension scheme

Life assurance

Private Medical Insurance

Share save scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefits

Subsidised canteen

Free car parking

24 days holiday

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in technical or manufacturing roles.
• Ability to work under pressure and solve problems effectively.

Responsibilities

• Drive quality improvements and reduce waste in production.
• Implement maintenance processes and support CI projects.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Troubleshooting

Team Collaboration

Quality Systems Knowledge

Safety Awareness

Education

HNC or Degree in Engineering/Mechatronics

Tools

PLC

Job description

DK Recruitment is partnering with a global Medical Manufacturer seeking an experienced and qualified Process Engineer to join their successful team based in Plymouth.

The company offers a passionate, committed, and rewarding culture for growth and development within your role.

As a Process Engineer, you will master Production Technology and Maintenance techniques, responsible for addressing Loss (Breakdown, Waste, Speed), Investigation, and Resolution. You will implement basic maintenance processes for designated product lines and utilize strong structured Problem-Solving abilities.

Main responsibilities include:

1. Drive centre lining activities for sustained line performance.
2. Develop poke yoke solutions and improvements.
3. Implement quality improvements to reduce TQN and QN in line with company metrics.
4. Drive safety initiatives and improvements.
5. Identify waste reduction opportunities and drive actions to completion.
6. Attend meetings to provide engineering status of lines and coordinate resource deployment and timelines to resolve losses.
7. Resolve repeat loss issues using systematic problem-solving to determine root causes.
8. Support CI projects and validations to enhance equipment reliability.
9. Provide insights to improve Maintenance Standards and execution based on problem-solving outcomes and DTM/PPM activities.
10. Coach on continuous improvement methodologies and tools.
11. Support equipment breakdowns if necessary.
12. Conduct updates on focus lines.
13. Generate initiatives to return lines to LSA.
14. Create daily bottleneck and KPI action plans.
15. Guide shift teams on problematic areas using data analysis from MES, PAB, and VOA sources.

Qualifications & Experience:

1. HNC or Degree in Engineering/Mechatronics or a related field.
2. At least 5 years of technical or manufacturing experience, including high-speed automated assembly and packaging equipment.
3. Experience in a busy manufacturing environment.
4. Ability to work collaboratively and promote team-building activities.
5. Confident independent thinker capable of acting quickly under pressure.
6. Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
7. Experience with safety and ergonomics in manufacturing.
8. Strong understanding of Quality Systems.
9. PLC experience is preferred but not essential.

Company Benefits include:

• Matched contribution Pension scheme up to 10% of salary.
• Life assurance and critical illness cover.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Share save scheme up to GBP150/month.
• Reward & recognition linked to Health, Safety, and Continuous Improvement.
• Employee Assistance Program supporting wellbeing.
• Flexible benefits including cycle-to-work scheme.
• Subsidised canteen.
• Free car parking.
• 24 days holiday (25 after 5 years).