Process Engineering Manager

Connect Group; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Weymouth is seeking a skilled Process Engineering Manager to enhance production processes and lead a team in continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should have a relevant degree and practical experience in project management. The role emphasizes data-driven problem-solving and strong analytical skills, with a focus on innovation and efficiency in manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in project management within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to justify improvement ideas based on measurable savings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the Production Support Group to achieve company goals.
• Generate and present data to ensure processes are controlled.
• Manage the implementation of new product introductions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data-driven problem solving

Strong Microsoft Excel skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Extensive experience in Process Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Process Engineering Manager to lead our client’s Production Support Group. The ideal candidate will be a key driver in continuous improvement and process optimisation within our manufacturing operations. This role involves leading a team to enhance long-term performance targets through innovation, process development, and management. The manager will report directly to the Site Leader.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and motivate the Production Support Group (PSG) to achieve company goals and KPI targets.
• Generate, monitor, and present data to ensure processes are controlled and within required tolerances, using this data to initiate preventative actions.
• Encourage the team to develop process improvement ideas that reduce costs, increase production rates, and minimize waste.
• Manage the implementation of new product introductions (NPI) to ensure a seamless transition to mainstream production.
• Establish and maintain an effective Project Management Process for NPI, continuous improvement projects, and capital investments.
• Collaborate with the Production Manager to solve real-time processing issues and establish permanent solutions.
• Support the sales team and other departments by providing technical advice and solutions for engineering-related issues.
• Stay current on the latest developments in the Precision Engineering sector and develop the technical understanding of the PSG team.
• Conduct regular appraisals with the team to address weaknesses and promote strengths.
• Contribute to the development and execution of the manufacturing team's annual goals and strategy.
• Ensure the team applies and enforces all company policies, including those related to safety, health, and quality.

Required Qualifications

• Education and Experience: A Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering (or a related field) or extensive experience in Process Engineering is required.
• Experience: Candidates must have practical experience in project management and continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment.
• Skills: Must be an analytical thinker and a data-driven problem solver with strong Microsoft Excel skills. The ability to justify and prove improvement ideas based on measurable savings is essential.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in writing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) or similar documents.
• Knowledge of chemical-related manufacturing processes.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing