Material Process Engineer

Material Process Engineer

We are working with a global manufacturer to resource for a Material Process Engineer to join their team to support the continuous improvement of electroplating and metal finishing processes.

The Role

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team including chemical analysts, operators and management, you will play a key role in maintaining, analysing and improving plating processes and finishes. You will ensure all processes operate within defined quality, safety and environmental standards, while supporting new process development and ongoing operational excellence.

This role also offers the opportunity to deputise for the Material Finish Engineer and may include leadership and mentoring responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Analyse, maintain and continuously improve electroplating and metal finishing processes
Develop and produce PFMEA documentation for NPI and existing processes, including training roll-out
Provide shop-floor technical support, troubleshooting plating issues and revising process instructions
Oversee chemical analysis, control and replenishment to ensure processes remain within control limits
Maintain and update work instructions, analytical procedures and quality documentation
Support investigations into customer returns and implement corrective and preventative actions
Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, COSHH, environmental and GMP requirements
Monitor wastewater effluent systems and manage hazardous waste disposal in line with IPPC permits
Coordinate with maintenance teams to minimise disruption to plating operations
Support 5S implementation and auditing across the department and laboratory
Train and mentor team members and support skills matrix updates
Manage selected subcontracted processes, including cost and timescale negotiation About You

You will be a proactive and detail-focused engineer with a strong technical background in chemistry or material finishing, comfortable working in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Essential / Desirable Skills & Experience:

Degree in Chemistry or a relevant Science discipline (ideally with electroplating/material finishes focus)
Experience in a manufacturing environment with GMP and GLP exposure
Strong knowledge of PFMEA creation, process mapping and documentation
Practical understanding of chemical handling, analysis and control
Solid Health & Safety knowledge, particularly COSHH and chemical risk management
Confident communicator able to train, mentor and support colleagues
Continuous improvement mindset with strong analytical skillsNew Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975.

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