Process Engineer in Chelmsford
Job Description
Process Engineer
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Location: Chelmsford
Salary: £39,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Thursday 08:00 - 16:00 | Friday 08:00 - 15:30
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Join a Leading Fibre Optic Interconnector Manufacturer
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Our client is a specialist manufacturer of high-precision fibre optic interconnectors, supplying components to customers across a range of advanced technology sectors. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Process Engineer with a strong precision machining and machine shop background to support the optimisation of our manufacturing processes and drive continuous improvement across production.
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This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly skilled engineering team where quality, precision, and innovation are at the heart of everything we do.
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Key Responsibilities
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- Develop, improve, and maintain manufacturing processes for precision-machined components.
- Analyse production performance and identify opportunities to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve quality.
- Support new product introduction activities, ensuring robust manufacturing processes are implemented.
- Investigate process issues and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Create and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
- Work closely with Production, Quality, and Engineering teams to drive continuous improvement projects.
- Support root cause analysis, problem-solving activities, and process validation.
- Assist in tooling, fixture, and equipment selection to improve manufacturing performance.
- Ensure all processes meet customer, quality, and regulatory requirements.
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About You
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- Previous experience as a Process Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Production Engineer, or similar role.
- Strong background working within a precision machining or machine shop environment.
- Good understanding of CNC machining processes, tooling, and manufacturing methods.
- Experience of continuous improvement techniques and lean manufacturing principles.
- Ability to analyse manufacturing data and implement effective process improvements.
- Comfortable working with technical drawings, engineering specifications, and process documentation.
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
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What's On Offer?
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- Early finish every Friday
- Stable and growing business
- Supportive engineering environment with opportunities for development
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If you're a Process Engineer with a strong machine shop background looking to join a specialist precision manufacturing business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.
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