Title: Process Engineer (continuous improvement / upgrades)

Industry: Manufacturing / Production (Engineering / maintenance team)

Location: Plymouth, Devon

Shifts: Monday - Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm

Benefits: Competitive salary, private medical, share scheme, 10% pension (further details below)

My client, a global leader in medical technology, is looking for a passionate and experienced Process Engineer to join our team in Plymouth. You'll be part of a dynamic team, playing a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our production lines.

Responsibilities:

Conduct 4-block updates, implement initiatives to return lines to LSA, and drive sustained performance through center lining activities.
Initiate plans for upgrades, continuous improvement and general production efficiency.
Analyze data from MES, PAB, and VOA to identify and address daily bottlenecks, focusing on key KPIs.
Provide guidance to shift teams based on data analysis to address problematic areas.
Drive quality improvements to reduce TQN and QN to align with company metrics.
Contribute to CI projects and validations to enhance equipment reliability.
Use systematic problem-solving techniques to identify root causes and address repeat loss issues.
Attend meetings to discuss line status, agree on resource deployment, and close losses.
Provide data and recommendations to the Reliability Leader to enhance maintenance standards and execution based on problem-solving outcomes and DTM/PPM activity.
Support equipment breakdown resolution as needed.
Coach team members on continuous improvement methodologies and tools.

Requirements:

HNC or Degree in Engineering/Mechatronics or a related field.
5+ years of experience in technical or manufacturing roles, with a focus on high-speed automated assembly and packaging equipment.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and foster a positive team environment.
Confident independent thinking and the ability to act decisively under pressure.
Experience with safety and ergonomics in a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of Quality Systems.
Some PLC experience is preferred but not essential.

Benefits:

24 Days Holiday (25 after 5 years)
Share Save Scheme (matched up to £150/month)
Matched Contribution Pension Scheme (up to 10% of salary)
Life Assurance and Critical Illness Cover
Private Medical Insurance
Reward and Recognition Program
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Benefits
Subsidized Canteen
Free Car Parking

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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