Role Overview
Lead initiatives that improve productivity, operational efficiency, and manufacturing performance.
Responsibilities
- Conduct root cause analysis to identify inefficiencies and areas for process enhancement.
- Develop detailed schematics and technical drawings using AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and CAD software to support process modifications.
- Design and implement improvements in plastics injection moulding, assembly, welding, and fabrication processes.
- Programme and troubleshoot programmable logic controllers (PLCs) to optimise automation systems.
- Create and interpret schematics related to mechanical systems, tooling, and automation equipment.
- Apply GD&T principles to ensure precision in manufacturing components and assemblies.
- Lead continuous improvement projects by analysing current workflows and proposing innovative solutions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop new tooling or modify existing tooling for enhanced production efficiency.
- Support the realisation of process modifications through fabrication activities and assembly procedures.
- Ensure all modifications comply with safety standards and industry regulations.
Experience
- Proven experience in process engineering or industrial improvement roles within manufacturing environments.
- Strong mechanical knowledge with hands-on experience in fabrication, welding, tooling, and assembly processes.
- Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar programmes for designing schematics and technical drawings.
- Experience with plastics injection moulding processes is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) programming and troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of GD&T standards, schematics interpretation, and mechanical design principles.
- Demonstrated ability to lead continuous improvement initiatives using methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma is advantageous.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on root cause analysis and data-driven decision making.
This role offers an engaging environment where technical expertise directly contributes to operational success through innovative process improvements. The ideal candidate will be proactive, organised, and passionate about advancing manufacturing efficiencies while maintaining high standards of safety and quality.
Pay: £78,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Employee mentoring programme
- Flexitime
Work Location: In person
