Graduate Process Engineer

Manpower are currently seeking interim Graduate Process Engineers, to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, and become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment.

The position is based in Port Sunlight Village, Wirral easily accessible by train and car. This is a full-time temporary role until 31 March 2026, requiring 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying up to £42,000 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience.

JOB PURPOSE
The Run to Standard Cell Process Engineer owns the performance data analytics, line settings process, changeover process and problem solving for their lines. They are responsible for providing the rights stops and performance data for the line workflows and problem-solving sessions.
They will be responsible for elimination the process variability of the equipment assigned to them through line settings and changeover processes.
They are responsible for building problem solving capability in operators.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Process / tool ownership and responsibilities:
*Owns stops and performance data analytics for the line. Provides stops, MTBS, OEE data for meetings. Supports the line team with further analytics for line workflows and problem-solving sessions
*Owns Line heat map for loss stratification and top loss identification
*Continuously drives the development of the performance analytics tools
*Owns the line settings process for the line. This includes deployment, execution, reporting the KPI for meetings and continuous improvement of the process
*Owns the changeover process for the line. This includes deployment, execution, reporting the KPI for meetings and continuous improvement of the process cell
*Leads SMED workshops for the line to improve the changeover process
*Owns the problem-solving process for the line. Provides subject matter support to the line team and operators.
People responsibilities:
*Supports building problem solving capability in operators
*Coaches operators on processes.
Loss elimination responsibilities:
*Support the development and execution of distinct areas of the 90-day plan and weekly / monthly plans
*Supports and leads problem solving sessions.

ALL ABOUT YOU
*Able to visualize clearly what the ideal production system is.
*Able to clearly understand operating principles and establish correct operating standards.
*Able to present findings and rationales clearly so that whole factory team can understand.
*Able to make logical decisions based on data.
*Able to prioritise effectively between daily losses (sporadic) and long-term losses (Chronic).

*Direct Entry role for postgraduates' engineers with a flair for improvement engineering and coaching.
*Direct Entry role for post Level 4 apprentices or experienced shift engineer/focused technicians with an aptitude for loss and waste elimination
*Progression role for operating technicians with a strong technical knowledge of the processes and lines.

Key Requirements

Degree level or above in a relevant discipline within manufacturing operations /engineering.
High Level of numeracy and IT Skills (especially Excel).
Self-confident with a positive approach to work. Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
Ability to work as part of a team and to communicate effectively at all levels.
Ability to manage and organise own workload including planning and prioritising to meet deadlines.
Additional Information
Port Sunlight working environment:

Staff shop discounted products
Free tea, coffee & ice cream
Working in carefully restored listed building, in modern and bright working environment
Free parking onsite
5 mins walk to train station serving Liverpool & Chester
20-minute drive from Liverpool city centre/30-minutes' drive from Chester
Disabled parking
In the heart of picturesque Port Sunlight village
There are also several site clubs available to join covering a range of topics including Book Club, Running, Choir, Pool, Genealogy and much more.
The site has three catering outlets which provide a range of hot and cold food and drinks daily.
In addition there are a range of vending machines and cold water dispensers around the site accessible throughout the day