Process Engineer

We are looking for an experiencedProcess Engineerto join great team in an established family-owned business in Leeds (LS11). Our client is a leading manufacturer and supplier of electrical power distribution equipment and pioneers of super low loss amorphous transformer technology.

As Process Engineer you will be responsible with the optimisation and improvement of the industrial processes for Transformer Fitting Operations .

Key Responsibilities

• Analysis of the existing process and improvement by implementing solutions to enhance operational performance.
• Time Studies and Time Spent Analysis for different operations on the shop floor
• Create Routings for different product types or product families
• Support Production Planner with scheduling, releasing Works Orders and ensuring all documentation has been uploaded correctly in MRP / SharePoint.
• Work with Contracts and Engineering to ensure that the technical documentation is correct and updated when required
• Ensure compliance with Safety, Environmental and Regulatory Requirements in all industrial activities
• Update the Contracts and Production teams on any changes or possible issues
• Lead LEAN Workshops and participate in Continuous Improvement activities
• Attend relevant meetings to ensure production flow is efficient and to schedule.
• Identify root cause of any issues and implement corrective actions.
• Continually review and update data input in MRP (logins on jobs, operation confirmations)
• Lead Continuous Improvement and CAPEX Investment Projects

Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

• Over 5 years experience in process engineering in manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of LEAM methodologies (preferably a LEAN-6Sigma Green Belt)
• Experience of working with transformers is desirable
• Demonstrable experience of system and process improvement
• Excellent I.T. skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Strong communicator with the ability to challenge peers
• Experience working with ERP / MRP systems (MS Dynamics preferably)
• Flexibility to adapt to change
• Outstanding attention to detail
• Ability to work to strict timelines
• Continuous improvement capabilities
• Good interpersonal skills with a can-do attitude

Salary and benefits:

• Salary negotiable dependant on experienceplusexcellent Company Bonus Scheme (currently running at 20% of annual salary)
• 37.5 hours per week, office based
• 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
• Company Profit Share Scheme
• Healthcare scheme and Employee Assistance Programme
• EV salary sacrifice scheme
• Pension
• Parking on site

Working Hours:Monday to Thursday, 8:30 am to 4:45 pm and Friday 8:30 am to 3:30 pm