About this role

Process Engineer

We are looking for a

Process Engineer to help develop, improve and maintain our manufacturing processes. You will work closely with Engineering, Maintenance and Manufacturing teams to ensure production runs smoothly, efficiently and to a high standard.

We are looking for someone with a

practical, hands-on approach to manufacturing, ideally with experience of assembling, building, testing or improving products or components within a production environment.

Location

Bedford, with good train and bus links.

Hours

39 hours per week,

Monday-Thursday 7

30am-4:30pm and

Friday 7

30am-12:30pm.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, improve and maintain manufacturing and production processes.

Provide hands-on support within the manufacturing environment where required.

Support the introduction of new products, equipment and manufacturing processes.

Work closely with production teams to understand and resolve manufacturing problems.

Identify opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, productivity and reduce waste.

Investigate process issues and support root-cause analysis and corrective actions.

Support continuous improvement activities across manufacturing.

Provide technical support, guidance and practical solutions to the manufacturing team.

Help develop and improve manufacturing procedures, work instructions and processes.

Ensure manufacturing processes meet customer, quality and industry standards.

Work with customers and suppliers when required.

Analyse production data and use findings to support process and efficiency improvements.

About You

Engineering degree

or relevant practical engineering/manufacturing experience.

Previous experience working within a manufacturing or production environment.

Hands-on experience of assembling, building, fitting, testing or working with manufactured products or components.

Good understanding of manufacturing processes and how products are produced.

Strong problem-solving skills and a practical approach to resolving production issues.

Good communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with Engineering, Manufacturing and Maintenance teams.

Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.

Ability to analyse data, identify issues and make informed decisions.

Comfortable working in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

Desirable

Experience within electronic manufacturing or another technical manufacturing environment.

Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma.

Experience with FMEA, SPC, 5 Whys or similar problem-solving techniques.

Knowledge of J-STD-001 or other relevant industry standards.

Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) or new equipment/process introduction.

What We Offer

Competitive salary with annual review.

Bonus scheme.

Pension and life assurance.

Staff discounts.

Flexible and family-friendly working.

Training and career development opportunities.

Well-being and mental health support.