Process Project Engineer

INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT & HR EXPERTS ACROSS THE PLASTICS, PACKAGING, SPECIALITY CHEMICALS, LIFE SCIENCES, BIOPOLYMER, FOOD ADDITIVES & INGREDIENTS, ENERGY AND RECYCLING SECTORS SINCE 1975.

Process Engineer/Project Manager

Based in Birmingham, West Midlands

Job ref: AZ/64278

Listgrove is recruiting for a reputable UK manufacturer with deep roots in plastic moulding, offering a broad product range for infrastructure, environmental, and safety applications. With strong quality (ISO 9001) and environmental credentials (ISO 14001), bespoke production capabilities, and a strategic location, it continues to serve a diverse set of industries with sustainable, high-quality solutions.

Overview:

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the main responsibilities of this role are as follows:

• To identify & implement best practice into the production process to maximise process efficiency, capability, capacity and quality.
• To optimise tooling configuration and machine loading to maximise throughput and minimise product cost.
• To advise on and oversee New Product Introduction into production.
• To advise and take the lead on the acquisition of new plant and machinery.
• To project manage NPI and the installation of new plant.
• To research, advise on and lead minimising the company’s carbon footprint in production processes.
• To establish and lead the implementation of QC processes for inbound materials and outbound goods.
• To investigate quality complaints and perform root cause analysis.

Working Relationship:

• Production Manager
• Technical Manager
• Maintenance Manager
• Purchasing Manager
• Finance Director
• Sales Director
• Managing Director

Experience:

• 3+ years in manufacturing / engineering or a related field.
• Lean Manufacturing Techniques and tools for Process Improvement/Optimisation
• Experienced in Plastic Moulding processes (injection, blow, extrusion, rotational)
• Project Management experience
• Commissioning of new equipment, identification and selection
• Plant layout
• Working knowledge of CAD.

Other:

• Hands-on and pragmatic.
• Keen to advance and make a difference.
• Bring new ideas
• Team player and strong communicator.
• Self-starter

For reasons of better legibility, the simultaneous use of the language forms male, female and diverse (f/m/d) is avoided. All personal designations apply equally to all genders.

For UK roles, candidates must be eligible to work and live in the United Kingdom. Proof of eligibility will be required with your application.

If you wish to apply for this position and have further details, please email your full CV and salary information to:

Andy Zanin – Business Director

T: +44 (0) 1789 207070

E: andy.zanin@listgrove.com

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