Process Engineer - #2188116

The Process Engineer will take ownership for improving process performance, strengthening process control and supporting reliable, compliant manufacture in a regulated medical device environment.

Client Details

A family-owned global company, for more than 50 years, they have been developing innovative solutions that make a meaningful difference to people around the world. With over 700 colleagues operating across three UK manufacturing sites, 12 international sales and distribution centres, and exports to more than 60 countries worldwide.

Description

• Develop and maintain deep, hands-on technical knowledge of assigned production areas, including large manufacturing machinery, automated equipment, tooling, utilities, operating principles, product interactions and critical process controls.
• Analyse production performance and shop-floor activity to identify losses and drive improvements in OEE, yield, flow and cost.
• Partner with Quality to maintain robust process specifications, validated parameters, controls and documentation.
• Support new product introduction by developing practical manufacturing solutions covering equipment, tooling, materials, training and documentation.
• Work directly on production equipment with operators, maintenance technicians and engineering colleagues to diagnose faults, test solutions, complete machine trials and implement equipment, tooling and process changes safely.
• Optimise manufacturing processes using Lean, engineering and structured problem-solving methodologies to improve safety, quality and efficiency.
• Maintain process maps, PFMEAs and related documentation to ensure effective risk management and process control.
• Lead hands-on root cause investigations into machine breakdowns, recurring equipment faults, process instability, non-conformances, downtime and yield losses, using evidence from the equipment and process to implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Be a visible engineering presence on the shop floor, working closely with production and maintenance teams to strengthen machine settings, standard work, training, process compliance and operator capability.
• Ensure all technical records and documentation are accurate, controlled and compliant with company and regulatory requirements.
• Champion Lean manufacturing principles to deliver measurable improvements in safety, quality, delivery, cost and employee engagement.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S, visual management, standard work and problem-solving activities.
• Identify and implement opportunities to reduce waste, improve process flow and enhance operational performance.

Covering Monday to Friday-Double Days (6-2, 2-10)- On call rotation to cover weekends.

Profile

• Degree, HND or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline; HNC may be considered where supported by significant relevant experience.
• Significant hands-on engineering experience with large-scale manufacturing machinery and complex production equipment in a high-volume industrial environment; this must include regular shop-floor involvement rather than solely desk-based process or project work.
• Proven track record of delivering measurable process improvements using Lean, Six Sigma or structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing performance measures, including OEE, quality, process capability, yield, cost and waste reduction
• Ability to analyse production data, identify trends and translate insights into practical improvement actions.
• Strong practical knowledge of electromechanical manufacturing equipment, with experience of machine fault-finding, equipment trials, process setting, commissioning or optimisation and working safely around substantial industrial machinery.
• Experience in process validation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and the use of production, quality and technical data to support decision-making.
• Experience using 2D and 3D CAD software to create models, engineering drawings and factory layouts
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across production, quality, engineering and support functions.
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally to other sites and suppliers
• Experience within a regulated manufacturing environment, such as medical devices (ISO 13485), pharmaceuticals or similar.
• Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI), process validation or structured project delivery.
• Experience of manual assembly manufacturing processes.
• Experience with automation, robotics or smart manufacturing technologies.
• Six Sigma Green Belt (or higher) qualification.
• Knowledge of industrial control and connectivity systems, including PLCs, HMIs, OPC UA and industrial networking.
  
  

Job Offer

• Salary ranging of £40,000 - £50,000, per annum (DOE)
• Annual Bonus (up to 5% of annual salary)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 28 with service)
• Option to buy holiday days
• Wellbeing Programme
• Health Cash Plan
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Long Service Awards
• Free Onsite Parking