Process Engineer

Platform Resourcing are working with a well-established engineering company based in Cardiff who are looking to strengthen their workforce by taking on a new Process Engineer.

The successful candidate will need to be qualified in an Engineering discipline related to Mechanical principles.
This must be to at least HNC/HND or degree level.
Ideally, they will have strong proven experience of using Lean 8D and 5S practices in a working environment.
They will need at least 3-5 years' experience working in a similar role in a manufacturing environment that produces engineered type products, preferably within assembly and/or CNC machining environments as well as having CI tools experience.

Process Engineer Benefits:

Salary of £40,000 negotiable for the right person
Annual performance bonus of £4,000, paid annually.
9.00am 4.00pm Monday - Friday, no weekends or shift work negotiable
32 days annual leave per annum (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
Contributory Pension Scheme
Life Assurance
Free car parking
Free tea and coffeeProcess Engineer Duties & Responsibilities:

Identify opportunities to improve business efficiency, reduce waste, improve quality and safety performance and to ensure sustainment, following best practice and ensuring legal compliance relating to EH&S.
Develop and implement manufacturing processes and procedures (SOPs, Work Instructions etc.) that are aligned to produce quality assured products in a safe and efficient environment.
Supporting the design and development of process equipment and machinery, throughout the creation of detailed technical drawings to be implemented on the production line
Ensuring production routes / times are correct and all manufacturing costs are monitored to provide data to support operational decisions.
Eradicating process issues identified by production and maintenance teams.
Analysing manufacturing process flows, continually, for enhancements in quality, safety, cost reductions and throughput while ensuring quality, safety and cost meets site and customer requirements.
Conduct capability and viability studies in relation to the introduction of new processes and products.
Communicate technical information between various internal departments.
Lead the application of lean manufacturing within production processes, ensuring production staff are trained in LEAN principles and understand the tools and techniques required to ensure a sustained improvement program.
Creation and maintenance of accurate documentation of all manufacturing processes in line with quality control standards.
Continually review, evaluate and improve existing process control documentation, ensuring continued compliance with all operational systems including Quality, Engineering and Customer specification.
Implementation of 8D methodology to reduce / eliminate repeat concern through investigation of customer quality concerns.
Liaising with suppliers as appropriate, determining material availability, ensuring any orders fall in line with project deadlines.
Supporting teams with equipment and product installation, set-up and running requirements, working closely with the engineering department to ensure machinery is reliable.Process Engineer Essential Experience and Qualifications:

Qualified in either an Engineering based degree or HNC/HND qualified in Mechanical Engineering.
Proven ability to create process improvement plans that have resulted in cost and waste reduction, increased productivity & output, and overall efficiency.
At least 3-5 years' experience working in a manufacturing environment that produces engineered type products.
Experience of using Lean methodology and 8D methodology.
Ability to create and read technical engineering drawings.
The individual must have excellent organisational, communication and influencing skills.If you are interested in this role, please send your CV online immediately, or for further information please contact the Newport branch of Platform Resourcing

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