Production Engineer

Vaillant Group; Belper CP; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the heating sector is seeking a manufacturing engineer to enhance production efficiency and quality. The role focuses on engineering change management and collaboration across various teams to achieve key performance indicators. Candidates should have a background in relevant engineering fields and practical manufacturing experience. Competitive remuneration and benefits are offered, including a generous pension scheme and extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Bonus opportunities

Generous pension scheme

Death in service benefit

Subsidized private healthcare

Free eye test vouchers

Health MOTs

NHS health checks

Flu vaccinations

Qualifications

• Background in Mechanical / Electrical / Process engineering.
• Experience in manufacturing; automated powder paint spray plants advantageous.
• Proven track record as a process/manufacturing engineer.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate across functions to improve KPIs for the plant.
• Manage engineering change requests from design to production.
• Support production test equipment and process monitoring.

Skills

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Data-driven decision-making

Education

Degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Process Engineering

HNC or relevant qualifications

Tools

A3 / 8D methodology

Automated assembly management systems

Production IT systems

Job description

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We fill most of our leadership positions internally and offer tailor-made training programs and opportunities to work on exciting international projects. Both count. Both are us.

What we achieve together

• The successful applicant will work within the department responsible for all current model, new product introduction, engineering, and continuous improvement activities within the plant.
• You will be part of a team of engineers collaborating across functions, from Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and Maintenance, both locally and with group colleagues.
• Driving actions with cross-functional teams to improve all KPIs for the plant, ensuring production attainment, efficiency, quality, and scrap reduction objectives are achieved.
• Manage and implement engineering change requests from design to production.
• Support electro-pneumatic production test equipment and monitoring of key plant and process parameters, recommending data-driven corrective actions as required.
• Work with NPI Project engineers to implement new products and process improvements on existing and new production lines.

What makes us successful together

• A background in Mechanical / Electrical / Process engineering and relevant practical experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience with automated powder paint spray plants is an advantage.
• Ideally educated to degree level, but individuals with HNC, relevant qualifications, and industrial experience will be considered.
• Experience with automated assembly management systems and production IT systems.
• A proven track record as a process/manufacturing engineer delivering significant value to an organization, with a sense of urgency to deliver solutions on time and to requirements.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and be a proactive team player with good interpersonal skills, able to work at all organizational levels.
• Practical problem-solving skills using A3 / 8D methodology, analytical with experience in data-driven decision-making.

What you can count on

• Attractive remuneration package, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and bonus opportunities.
• Generous pension scheme for greater financial security in retirement.
• Death in service benefit and subsidized private healthcare for peace of mind.
• Safety is paramount; we have received the ROSPA Gold medal award for 10 consecutive years and the Presidents Award.
• Family-friendly policies to support employees during important life events.
• Free eye test vouchers, Health MOTs, NHS health checks, and flu vaccinations for all employees.

What makes us special

We care for a better climate, both in every home and our environment. As a family business for over 150 years, we are a leading provider of heat pumps, digital services, and efficient gas heating appliances, promoting energy-saving solutions.

Sustainability is integral at the Vaillant Group. With around 16,000 employees across over 70 countries, we act responsibly for our future and the planet. We support your personal development so you can act with passion, helping us ensure a better climate.

Join the Vaillant Group and help shape the future of heating!

We promote equity and do not tolerate discrimination. We value each individual's uniqueness and encourage all to apply.

We are committed to working carbon-neutrally. Therefore, we only accept online applications. Let's save the environment and eliminate paper applications.