Process Engineer
hace 9 horas
Gloucester
Title: Process Engineer Location: Gloucester Salary: £40k-45k Hours: 37 per week, Monday–Friday Reports To: Senior Process Engineer Purpose of Role: • Optimize and improve manufacturing operations, • Establish effective process controls to maintain high quality, • Reduce waste and improve flow across manufacturing value streams, • Support introduction of new products and processes using standardized methodologies Key Responsibilities Process Optimization & Control: • Implement process engineering tools consistently (Yamazumi, Value Stream Mapping, Spaghetti diagrams, Time study (MOST)), • Conduct PFMEA and Control Plan activities with Quality Engineering, • Maintain up-to-date Standard Operating Instructions (SOPs), • Develop and maintain production process maps, • Identify process inefficiencies and propose improvements Support & Troubleshooting: • Provide technical support to resolve process-related issues, • Improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), • Participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions New Product & Process Introduction: • Support all process engineering tasks for new products/processes, • Collaborate cross-functionally for smooth implementation Lean & Continuous Improvement: • Support Lean events and improvement initiatives, • Monitor, analyze, and report Process Engineering KPIs, • Develop and implement annual improvement plans Compliance & Governance: • Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and regulatory standards, • Support internal and external audits, • Stay updated on process engineering advancements Key Skills & Experience Essential: • Significant experience in process engineering in a complex manufacturing environment, • Proficiency with process engineering tools: Yamazumi, Time-study (MOST), SOPs, Value Stream Mapping, SPC, Spaghetti diagrams, • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and technical troubleshooting skills, • Knowledge of process safety, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance, • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (including GD&T), • Effective communication and interpersonal skills Desirable: • Experience designing and implementing new processes, • Knowledge of lean manufacturing methodologies (Single Piece Flow, Jidoka, SMED, 5S), • Experience with project management tools (Microsoft Project Gantt charts, Project Charters), • Familiarity with APQP processes: PPAP, PSW, PFMEA, Control Plans, SOPs Attributes Essential: • Strong problem-solving ability, • Self-motivated, able to work independently, • Strong communication and mentoring skills, • Attention to detail, methodical, and organized, • Completer/Finisher mindset, • Open to change Other: • Driving license and flexibility to travel to suppliers/customers Summary / Positioning for a Candidate This role suits a process engineer with: • A solid foundation in complex manufacturing environments, • Hands-on experience with process mapping, waste reduction, and Lean tools, • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, • Ability to lead process improvements and support cross-functional teams, • Comfort with technical documentation, SOPs, PFMEA, and regulatory compliance