Process Engineer in Gloucestershire

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Job Description

Title: Process Engineer

Location: Gloucester

Salary: £40k-45k

Hours: 37 per week, Monday–Friday

Reports To: Senior Process Engineer

Purpose of Role:

• Optimize and improve manufacturing operations
• Establish effective process controls to maintain high quality
• Reduce waste and improve flow across manufacturing value streams
• Support introduction of new products and processes using standardized methodologies

Key Responsibilities

Process Optimization & Control:

• Implement process engineering tools consistently (Yamazumi, Value Stream Mapping, Spaghetti diagrams, Time study (MOST))
• Conduct PFMEA and Control Plan activities with Quality Engineering
• Maintain up-to-date Standard Operating Instructions (SOPs)
• Develop and maintain production process maps
• Identify process inefficiencies and propose improvements

Support & Troubleshooting:

• Provide technical support to resolve process-related issues
• Improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions

New Product & Process Introduction:

• Support all process engineering tasks for new products/processes
• Collaborate cross-functionally for smooth implementation

Lean & Continuous Improvement:

• Support Lean events and improvement initiatives
• Monitor, analyze, and report Process Engineering KPIs
• Develop and implement annual improvement plans

Compliance & Governance:

• Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
• Support internal and external audits
• Stay updated on process engineering advancements

Key Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Significant experience in process engineering in a complex manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with process engineering tools: Yamazumi, Time-study (MOST), SOPs, Value Stream Mapping, SPC, Spaghetti diagrams
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and technical troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of process safety, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (including GD&T)
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable:

• Experience designing and implementing new processes
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing methodologies (Single Piece Flow, Jidoka, SMED, 5S)
• Experience with project management tools (Microsoft Project Gantt charts, Project Charters)
• Familiarity with APQP processes: PPAP, PSW, PFMEA, Control Plans, SOPs

Attributes

Essential:

• Strong problem-solving ability
• Self-motivated, able to work independently
• Strong communication and mentoring skills
• Attention to detail, methodical, and organized
• Completer/Finisher mindset
• Open to change

Other:

• Driving license and flexibility to travel to suppliers/customers

Summary / Positioning for a Candidate

This role suits a process engineer with:

• A solid foundation in complex manufacturing environments
• Hands-on experience with process mapping, waste reduction, and Lean tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to lead process improvements and support cross-functional teams
• Comfort with technical documentation, SOPs, PFMEA, and regulatory compliance

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