Position Summary
We are looking for a Process Manufacturing Engineer to join the team within the Gas Separation and Filtration Division based in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, UK.
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing manufacturing processes using lean principles required to meet key targets which enable the Value Streams to achieve significant improvements in Operational Excellence & Key Performance Metrics, driving net margin improvements annually. Work with functional & High Performance Teams (HPT) to implement process manufacturing solutions to existing processes. Utilise latest technologies in order to implement Parker Lean Tools & Methodology as part of daily activities and ensure alignment to our Win Strategy & overall Division Metrics.
Responsibilities
Are you ready to shape a brighter future?
At Parker, we play a pivotal role in applications that change our world. We are in almost everything that moves. With our wide range of technologies, including in the clean tech space, we help our customers solve their most complex engineering challenges.
We believe that the future belongs to those with vision. That’s why we’re seeking team players who share our purpose of enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Is that you? Working at Parker means belonging to a passionate, dynamic and innovative team, empowered to make a difference.
Your responsibilities
Identify opportunities to implement latest manufacturing technological solutions (collaborative robots, 3D printing, AGVs, automated conveyor systems, automation of manually assembled components, etc.)
Improve overall manufacturing processes efficiency
Support the new product development process identifying the most innovative and efficient manufacturing processes in line with SQDC objectives
Lead cross-functional kaizen activities
Remove non-value-added activities & improve value added activities with the use of automation
Create cost saving analysis, ROI justification & close out for improvement activities.
Assist in the training of staff for changes in processes with the creation and use of Job Detail Sheets & SOP’S
Support the completion/update of process instructions.
Assist in New Product Introduction, communicating and taking the lead in activity during Engineering to Operations handover
Who we are looking for
A team player with the ability to work autonomously.
Self-starter with experience in a target & results driven environment.
Customer focused.
Professional & high levels of Integrity
Ability to communicate across multiple areas of the company.
Listening skills
Problem solver
Ideally, you will also have
Qualified to degree level or equivalent experience in Manufacturing Engineering or similar discipline.
Knowledge of Automated manufacturing systems/robotics/latest technology and experience within implementation into manufacturing processes
Knowledge & understanding of a variety of manufacturing engineering techniques such as 6 sigma, 5S, Cpk/Ppk, time & motion study, ergonomics, work flow design, factory layout design, etc
Knowledge & understanding of manufacturing technology such as FMEA, Design for Manufacture, PFMEA etc..
Experience & use of analytical problem-solving techniques.
Computer literate with knowledge and use of Microsoft packages & use of CAD systems.
Change management experience
What we offer
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Solid employer present on the market for over 100 years.
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Career growth and opportunities: we hire from within!
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Collaborative and empowered work environment where team spirit is at the centre of our success.
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Company values that encourage trust, respect, collaboration and professional growth.
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Open environment: we are excited to hear your ideas!
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Attractive compensation packages designed to hire and retain the best talents in the industry.
If you don’t find yourself in all points, apply anyway, because nobody is perfect and you can learn a lot with us!
Have we sparked your interest?
Then take your future into your own hands as soon as possible - we look forward to getting to know you. Please apply with your complete application documents directly online by 12/06/2026.
Parker Hannifin
Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, we’ve enabled engineering breakthroughs that make energy cleaner, transportation safer, medical treatments more effective, and manufacturing more efficient.
With empowered team members in more than 40 countries, Parker serves customers across aerospace & defense, energy, HVAC & refrigeration, in-plant & industrial equipment, off-highway and transportation.
Our scale is global, but our purpose is personal. We enable breakthroughs that improve lives, strengthen communities and create a brighter future.
Our Purpose — Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow — comes to life through our people-first culture where teamwork drives performance, inclusion fuels innovation and growth is encouraged. This environment fosters collaboration and empowers team members from engineering and manufacturing to finance, supply chain, human resources, information technology and beyond.
By combining deep expertise with an entrepreneurial spirit, we help customers succeed in markets that demand performance, reliability, and sustainability.
As we look to the future, Parker is advancing initiatives in energy efficiency and sustainability while developing the next generation of talent and leaders to engineer a better tomorrow.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Parker is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on grounds of age, race, religion, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation or disability in relation to recruitment and employment.
