Process Engineer — Lean CI for Converting & Efficiency

WEPA; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

WEPA UK is seeking a driven Process Engineer to support our Converting operation. This role focuses on improving manufacturing performance, optimising processes, reducing waste and driving continuous improvement across the plant.

You will lead cost reduction initiatives, analyse production data, develop process centrelines and standards, and manage trials and change controls. Collaborating with Production, Maintenance, Quality and Purchasing teams, you will influence colleagues to deliver

Qualifications

• Engineering or manufacturing qualification, or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience within a manufacturing, FMCG, packaging, paper or converting environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement or Six Sigma methodologies.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to influence and engage others.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
• Analyse production data to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Develop and maintain process centrelines and operational standards.
• Lead root cause investigations and support sustainable corrective actions.
• Manage production trials, material validation and process changes.
• Work closely with Production, Maintenance, Quality and Purchasing teams to improve plant performance

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Six Sigma

Hands-on

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Engineering qualification

Job description

WEPA UK is seeking a driven Process Engineer to support our Converting operation. This role focuses on improving manufacturing performance, optimising processes, reducing waste and driving continuous improvement across the plant.

You will lead cost reduction initiatives, analyse production data, develop process centrelines and standards, and manage trials and change controls. Collaborating with Production, Maintenance, Quality and Purchasing teams, you will influence colleagues to deliver