Process Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Process Engineer to join great team in an established family-owned business in Leeds. Our client is a leading manufacturer and supplier of electrical power distribution equipment and pioneers of super low loss amorphous transformer technology.

What’s the job:

As Process Engineer you will be responsible with the optimisation and improvement of the industrial processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Time Studies for different operations on the shop floor
• Create Routings for different product types or product families
• Support Operations Planner with releasing Works Orders and ensuring all documentation has been uploaded correctly in MRP / SharePoint.
• Work with Contracts, Quality and Engineering to ensure that the technical documentation is correct and updated when required
• Ensure compliance with Safety, Environmental and Regulatory Requirements in all industrial activities
• Continually review and update data input in MRP (logins on jobs, operation confirmations)
• Conduct root cause analysis using problem-solving tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, and FMEA.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product quality and productivity.
• Monitor process performance and recommend improvements.
• Troubleshoot process issues and implement corrective actions.
• Lead or participate in continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and work instructions.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Over 2 years’ experience in process engineering in manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience of working with transformers is desirable
• Experience with process validation and statistical process control (SPC).
• Excellent I.T. skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Experience working with ERP / MRP systems
• Flexibility to adapt to change
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to work to strict timelines
• Good interpersonal skills with a ‘can-do’ attitude

Salary and benefits:

• Salary negotiable dependant on experience
• 37.5 hours per week, office based
• 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
• Company Profit Share Scheme
• Healthcare scheme and Employee Assistance Programme
• EV salary sacrifice scheme
• Pension
• Parking on site

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