Continuous Improvement Engineer (9 Month Contract)

Rotork; Porcari; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Rotork is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer for the Porcari, Lucca site on a 9-month contract. You will design, implement and document shop floor processes, leading Lean improvements to boost efficiency and productivity.

The role involves audits, technical support and problem resolution while collaborating with the production team and reporting to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager. The successful candidate will bring 5+ years in a manufacturing environment, hands-on experience with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma in a relevant engineering field.
• Minimum 5 years in a manufacturing/production engineering role.
• Hands-on experience in engineering-led environments with electromechanical products.
• Strong Lean and continuous improvement knowledge with problem-solving tools.
• Proficient data analysis and root-cause investigation abilities.
• Fluent Italian and professional English (min B2).

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and document shop floor processes using best engineering practices.
• Participate in audits, provide technical support and resolve problems.
• Propose new processes/equipment for efficiency improvements.
• Drive Lean manufacturing improvements to raise quality and productivity.
• Collaborate within a team and work independently with attention to detail.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

5S

5 Whys

Ishikawa Analysis

Gap Analysis

Timing Methods

Data Analysis

AutoCAD

Solid Edge

MS Office

Italian

English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Technical Diploma

Tools

AutoCAD

Solid Edge

Job description

• Full-time
• Department: Operations EMEA

Job Description

This is a critical position within the production team working on dynamic challenges and varied projects where you will have a tangible effect on the efficiency of Rotork’s production. It is a 9 month contract position, based at our Porcari, Lucca site.

Reporting to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, this role is to ensure the continuous improvements of production tasks and processes during a transformational period of developments and efficiency gains within the Bath factory.

In the Manufacturing Engineer role you will design, implement and document shop floor processes, considering best engineering practice throughout. You will partake in audits, technical support and problem investigations/ resolutions with a view to suggest new processes and equipment where applicable and appropriate.

This role would suit a proactive candidate who is motivated in problem solving and driving solutions forwards. You must be a team player with the ability to work independently and have an analytical mind with an eye for detail.

Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a Technical Diploma.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer, Production Engineer, or Industrial Engineer within a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience in an engineering-led production environment manufacturing electromechanical products.
• Practical application of Lean Manufacturing principles, Continuous Improvement methodologies, and process improvement tools, with a proven ability to drive efficiency, quality, and productivity improvements.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience of Lean tools and problem‑solving methodologies, including: 5S, 5 Whys, Ishikawa (Fishbone) Analysis, Gap Analysis, Timing Methods
• Proficiency in data analysis, process performance measurement, and root cause analysis.
• Experience using CAD software, including AutoCAD, Solid Edge .
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Fluent Italian (advanced level) and professional English (minimum B2 level).

The Successful Candidate:

• Is approachable and able to communicate effectively
• Happy to work as part of a team as well as unsupervised
• Organised with a keen eye for detail

Additional Information

Additional Information

Our purpose is Keeping the World Flowing for Future Generations.

For over sixty years, the world has relied on us to create the things that keep everything moving. From oil and gas to water and shipping, pharmaceuticals and food- these are the flows on which our modern world depends.

Today we're respected and admired for our people, performance and products. Our success flows from our commitment to engineering excellence, and that's what we will always pursue, safely and sustainably.

Rotork is going through an exciting period of change and growth, building on our existing market leadership. It's a great time to join us and make an impact in shaping the future of our business.