Product and Process Engineer

Thrive Oldham is recruiting on behalf of their well established client in the Merthyr area a Product and Process Engineer.

REPORTING TO: Engineering Manager

DIRECT REPORTS: N/A

KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implementing controlled process improvements that enhance performance of either product and/or process and improve the customer experience.
• Working closely with the business team to understand the cost and value proposition of products.
• Project manage utilising the skill resource of the technical team, multiple development projects, whilst understanding and meeting required deadlines.
• Identifying opportunities to improve process performance, reduce waste, and cost reduction.
• Monitoring data to identify trends where continuous improvement projects can deliver sustainable improvements.
• Ensure appropriate controls and approval processes are strictly enforced for process changes.
• Utilize appropriate tools to manage and track transformations and their impact.
• Ensure root cause analysis is completed where appropriate and appropriate corrective measures are implemented.
• Drive the continuous improvement strategy onsite including delivery of measurable improvements in efficiency and cost saving.
• Provide support to operations team to identify trends in performance, leading to opportunities to predict future improvements and opportunities.
• Project manage utilising the skill resource of the technical team, multiple development projects, whilst understanding and meeting required deadlines.
• Act as a subject matter expert for process design, material flow and layout.
• Act as key interface with client on development projects and issues.
• Always work collaboratively with IT functions and ensure process design and master data are aligned.

• HNC or equivalent
• Understanding of Management MRP systems
• Capability to read and produce Product drawings
• Proficient in Solidworks and 3D/2D CAD
• Skilled in creating 3D prints of jig and fixtures
• Competencies/Understanding of creating PPAP & FAIRS
• Strong Process Engineering experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Degree educated or with proven relative experience.
• Strong understanding of Lean principles, tools and techniques.
• Six Sigma would be an advantage.
• Data analysis skills.
• Being comfortable working with other staff, face to face, at all levels of the business.
• Experience of running CI events.
• Ability to interpret data and derive solid conclusions from analysis.
• Strong IT skills, particularly MS Excel & PowerPoint.
• Understanding of PLC and automation programming

Days - Monday to Thursday 8am - 5pm / Friday 8am -12 midday

Salary Competitive