Process Improvement Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Coleshill CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Process Improvement Engineer to enhance manufacturing efficiency and quality. This role involves evaluating processes, implementing lean methodologies, and training staff to optimize production output. With over 35 years of experience, the company is recognized for its innovation and commitment to quality. Join a professional team dedicated to continuous improvement and make a significant impact in a dynamic manufacturing environment. If you have a strong engineering background and a passion for process enhancement, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in manufacturing focused on process improvement.
• Proven project management track record in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate manufacturing processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Utilize lean principles to eliminate waste and improve efficiency.
• Train staff on new procedures and resolve quality issues.

Skills

Lean Principles

Problem-Solving Tools

Process Improvement

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Planner

Job description

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Description:

Experienced and proactive Process Improvement Engineer required by our globally renowned client to identify, implement, and sustain continuous process improvement activities across a busy manufacturing operation.

Our client has been established for more than 35 years and is recognized as a market leader in designing, developing, manufacturing, and distributing electrical cabling and connection solutions worldwide. Due to continued success and ongoing strategic growth, they are now seeking an experienced, hands-on, and proactive Process Improvement Engineer to join their professional manufacturing team.

Reporting to the Design and Technical Manager, the Process Improvement Engineer will evaluate manufacturing processes, identify areas for improvement, and design solutions to enhance production efficiency, reduce downtime, and improve quality while reducing waste and scrap levels to optimize output.

Working within the company's core values—Quality, Innovation, Environmental Care, and Global Capability—you will be passionate about continuous improvement and Health and Safety, striving to meet and exceed KPIs and metrics.

Your responsibilities include reviewing current processes, utilizing lean principles and problem-solving tools to eliminate waste and bottlenecks, and providing project proposals using tools like Planner to improve manufacturing flow. You will also collect and analyze data to support process improvements and problem-solving activities.

Additional duties involve issuing documentation, training staff on new procedures, resolving quality issues related to product capability and surface finish, and planning workflow, personnel movement, space, and equipment layout to enhance process flow and output.

To qualify, candidates should have at least 4 years of proven experience in a manufacturing environment focused on process improvement, with successful project management track records. Relevant qualifications include degrees in engineering disciplines such as chemical, mechanical, manufacturing, or industrial engineering, along with experience in AutoCAD and MS Office. Excellent communication and influencing skills, analytical ability, and a results-driven approach are essential for motivating others and sustaining improvements in a continuous improvement environment.