Experienced Process Engineer required to work for Global manufacturer based in Plymouth. Reporting to the Production Engineering Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the performance of specific process operations for all programs of work which require that process and that a consistent approach is taken across products ensuring that best practice is used and feedback is given and acted upon.

This is an excellent opportunity to work for a global Manufacturer who puts quality and innovation at the fore front of their ethos.

Key Responsibilities & Activities:

* Support when required the NPI (New Product Introduction) process to ensure a smooth transition into production (SAP New Parts & major NPI Projects) including, Routing Creation & Maintenance, Electronic Standard Operating Procedures, Tooling Design, procurement & Validation, Jigs/workholding design, Procurement & Validation, Various equipment programming / parameter changes including, Electronic Torque Tools, Press Tools, Dispensers, Measurement Devices, Air Leak Detection Systems Paint equipment and Wash Machines.

* Specify, Install and commission capital equipment in line with the business requirements.

* Problem solving - arriving at the conclusions necessary using appropriate tools and techniques (Six Sigma, Core Tools, Lean, SPC tools).

* Support production to achieve targets in accordance with the production plan.

* Report on all improvement issues within the scope of their role.

* Continuously improve the performance of the process, equipment and production procedures in the most economic manner consistent with the business objective.

* Responsible for ensuring that the technical throughput and capacity limiting issues are identified and work with the team to implement solutions.

* Responsible for defining the process, ensuring that all shop floor documentation is correct and that Team Leaders / Cell Leaders are aware of the correct operating procedures for their respective area Documentation ownership includes SOP's PFMEA's, Process Flows, Control Plans.

* Work as part of a cross-functional team to respond to customer complaints participating in 8D investigations, implementing/completing Containment Actions, Root Cause Analysis, Corrective Actions.

* Responsible for rework (out of normal) procedures, including documentation and qualification of the process.

* Manage and document process changes through via Engineering Change Notes, Engineering Trials, Manufacturing Change Notes, Concession / Permit.

* Using data to measure process performance and implement appropriate improvement activities including, Cost Reduction, Up-time Improvements, Capacity Improvements, Air Test/Performance Test Failure Rate Reduction, Cycle/Process/Routing Time Reduction, Defect Reduction.

Essential Qualifications, Experience and Attributes to apply for this role:

* A minimum of a HNC level qualification in a relevant Engineering discipline coupled with a time served Apprenticeship.

* A minimum of 5 years experience working as a Process or Manufacturing Engineer within a mechanical engineering environment.

* Proven experience of Lean Manufacturing Principles / Six Sigma.

* Continuous Improvement mindset coupled with extensive experience working on CI and NPI projects.

* Self Motivated - ability to manage workload and deliver multiple projects coupled with excellent communication skills.

* Competance in AutoCad.

* Basic ERP experience.

If you are an experienced Process or Manufacturing Engineer, and are currently looking for a new challenge, then please submit an up to date CV by using the 'apply' button below.

For an informal chat please phone (phone number removed) and ask for Samantha Luxton. Many thanks for your interest