Process Engineer

Connected Search Group; Salterforth; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international manufacturer in Salterforth is seeking a Process Engineer to take ownership of pivotal projects. The successful candidate will analyze and improve workflows, lead high-impact projects, and embed Lean and Six Sigma principles to optimize operations. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £50k, significant investment in your initiatives, and robust benefits including enhanced family policies and healthcare support.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

Enhanced family policies

Healthcare support

Pension contributions

Employee recognition schemes

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Record of implementing process improvements.
• Visionary mindset with the ability to transform processes.

Responsibilities

• Analyse production layouts and workflows to identify improvements.
• Lead high-impact improvement projects.
• Embed Lean and Six Sigma principles to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Knowledge of Lean methodologies

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, or related Engineering discipline

Job description

Overview

Connected Engineering is proud to be partnering with a long-established international manufacturer in the search for a Process Engineer to join their team. Are you a Process Engineer with the ideas, vision, and drive to make a lasting impact? This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of career-defining projects that will shape the future of the operation. With strong investment backing and a clear mandate to improve, innovate, and unlock the site's full potential, you\'ll be empowered to make a measurable difference.

Responsibilities

• Analysing production layouts, workflows, and equipment utilisation to identify improvements.
• Conducting time-and-motion studies and labour utilisation assessments.
• Leading and delivering high-impact improvement projects with investment support.
• Recommending and implementing changes to processes, layouts, and equipment.
• Embedding Lean and Six Sigma principles to reduce waste and enhance efficiency.
• Preparing business cases, cost-benefit analyses, and Capex proposals.
• Driving engagement by leading workshops and training to create a culture of improvement.

About You

• Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, or related Engineering discipline.
• Proven experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a record of implementing process improvements.
• Knowledge of Lean methodologies and/or Six Sigma (certification desirable).
• A visionary mindset that can see not only how to improve processes, but how to transform them.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills at all levels.

What\'s on Offer

• Salary up to £50k and an annual bonus scheme.
• Benefits include enhanced family policies, life assurance, healthcare support, and pension contributions.
• Free on-site parking, employee recognition schemes, and a supportive workplace culture.
• Significant backing and investment to deliver your projects.
• The chance to lead career-defining initiatives that will shape the site\'s future.
• Strong commitment to training, development, and progression.

This is more than a Process Engineer role, it\'s a chance to make your mark and be the driving force behind a site\'s transformation. Apply today to discuss this opportunity in confidence. Recruitment is being managed exclusively by Connected Search Group