Description:
Are you passionate about process development, continuous improvement, and lean manufacturing? We are seeking a skilled Process Engineer to join our team, based at our site outside of Cardiff.
As Process Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our production processes. Your expertise will drive efficiency, safety, and quality across our manufacturing facility.
Responsibilities will include:
- Develop and manage new and existing production cells, equipment, jigs, fixtures, and tools.
- Implement and support process regimes for all products, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Lead root cause analysis and implement effective preventative actions.
- Prepare and maintain accurate process documentation, operating instructions, and relevant SOPs.
- Collaborate with global departments and participate in product development and new product introduction (NPI).
- Lead continuous improvement efforts, including Lean Manufacturing, Design for Manufacture, and cost reduction initiatives.
- Oversee new and existing processes, ensuring optimal productivity.
- Introduce process improvements, equipment enhancements, and quality initiatives.
- Provide training to production staff to enhance efficiency and maintain quality standards.
The ideal candidate for this role possesses a combination of technical expertise and relevant experience:
- Formal qualification in an Engineering related discipline: (e.g. Mechanical/ Electronics/Manufacturing).
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is essential.
- Exposure to a variety of manufacturing methods, ideally including small batch assembly of precision electronic instruments.
- Proficiency in process engineering principles, including process design, optimisation, and control.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Critical and logical thinking skills and problem-solving skills.