Process Improvement Engineer

Rubicon Recruitment; Blandford Forum; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering business in Blandford is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer to drive operational efficiency and lead improvement projects. Your role will involve designing production layouts, managing engineering projects, and introducing new processes. Experience in production or process improvement is required. This role offers competitive benefits including 25 days holiday and an annual bonus scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday (+ bank holidays)

Annual bonus scheme

Healthcare plan

Pension scheme

Opportunities for further development

Autonomy to lead projects

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a production or process improvement role.
• Strong knowledge of lean tools like 5Y, 8D, FMEA.
• Methodical and analytical approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Managing production engineering projects.
• Designing and improving production layouts.
• Leading new processes and documentation.

Skills

Lean tools

ERP systems

Problem-solving

Project management

Job description

Process Improvement Engineer | Blandford | £45,000

As a Process Improvement Engineer, you'll play a key role in driving operational efficiency and delivering meaningful change across production. This is a hands-on opportunity to lead improvement projects, introduce new processes, and influence how products are built and delivered.

Join a well-established engineering business where your ideas will be valued, and your impact will be visible.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays)
• Annual bonus scheme
• Healthcare plan
• Pension scheme
• Opportunities for further development
• Autonomy to lead projects and influence change

Responsibilities

• Managing production engineering projects and reporting on progress
• Designing and improving production cell layouts to optimise efficiency
• Leading the introduction of new processes, tools, and practices
• Creating and maintaining work instructions, procedures, and documentation
• Supporting prototype builds and resolving manufacturing issues

Requirements

• Previous experience in a production engineering, manufacturing engineering, or process improvement role
• Strong knowledge of lean tools such as 5Y, 8D, FMEA, and Value Stream Mapping
• Familiarity with ERP systems and engineering documentation
• Ability to lead projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• A methodical and analytical approach to problem-solving

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Josh at Rubicon for more information