ob Title: Process Engineer / Process Developer Location: Broughton Hours: 37 Hours per Week
Working Hours
Monday to Thursday: 7:45am 4:15pm, Friday: 7:45am 12:45pm
Contract Type
12-Week Temporary to Permanent / Potential for Direct Permanent Appointment from Day One for the Ideal Candidate
Pay & Benefits
Temp-to-Perm Route: Starting rate of £17.00 £18.00 per hour, dependent on experience and suitability / Rising to £20.00 per hour following successful completion of the 12-week period and permanent appointment
Direct Permanent Route (Ideal Candidate): Starting at £20.00 per hour from day one, equivalent to £38,480 per annum based on a 37-hour working week
About the Role
Due to continued business growth and the recent acquisition of two major customers, we are seeking a Process Engineer / Process Developer to join our expanding engineering team.
We currently have one experienced Process Engineer and are looking to strengthen the department to support increasing customer demand, new product introductions, and future growth. With a significant influx of new work expected, this role will be key in ensuring the business can meet production demands while maintaining high standards of quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
The successful candidate will work closely with our existing engineering resource to develop, improve, and support manufacturing processes across the business, playing a key role in both new project introduction and ongoing production optimisation.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes to support efficiency, quality, and cost control
Support new product introduction (NPI) and customer project launches into manufacture
Create and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures
Drive continuous improvement activities to reduce waste and improve productivity
Investigate manufacturing issues and implement corrective and preventative actions
Carry out root cause analysis and structured problem-solving activities
Work closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Management teams
Support tooling, fixture development, process validation, and equipment improvements
Monitor process performance and identify opportunities for efficiency gains
Ensure compliance with quality standards, customer requirements, and health & safety regulations
Provide technical support to production teams when required
Candidate Requirements
Essential
Experience in Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Process Development
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and improvement techniques
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
Strong problem-solving and analytical ability
Good communication and organisational skills
Competent in Microsoft Office
Desirable
Experience in precision engineering, machining, fabrication, aerospace, automotive, or similar manufacturing environments
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen methodologies
Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI)
HNC / HND / Degree or equivalent engineering experience
Personal Attributes
Proactive and self-motivated
High attention to detail
Strong team player with a collaborative approach
Able to manage multiple priorities
Committed to continuous improvement
Keen to develop within a growing engineering department
Serply Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.
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