Process Engineer

Job Summary:

We at Work Lyf Group are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Process Engineer with strong experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) and Bill of Materials (BOM) control to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in developing and optimizing manufacturing processes, ensuring seamless product launches, and maintaining accurate BOMs to support production efficiency and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support New Product Introduction projects by collaborating with technical, manufacturing, and quality teams to develop efficient and scalable production processes.
  
  
• Develop, document, and implement process workflows, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for new and existing products.
  
  
• Manage and maintain accurate Bill of Materials (BOM) data in the ERP system, ensuring alignment with engineering specifications and production requirements.
  
  
• Analyse production processes to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and cost-saving opportunities; implement improvements accordingly.
  
  
• Coordinate cross-functional communication between Technical, procurement, manufacturing, and quality teams during product development and launch phases.
  
  
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions related to process or BOM discrepancies.
  
  
• Support pilot runs and process validation activities to ensure products meet quality and performance standards.
  
  
• Monitor process metrics and provide regular reports on NPI progress and BOM status to stakeholders.
  
  
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards throughout the manufacturing process.
  
  Qualifications:
  
  
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
  
  
• Proven experience (5+ years) in process engineering with a focus on New Product Introduction.
  
  
• Strong knowledge of Bill of Materials management and control within ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, etc.).
  
  
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, lean manufacturing principles, and quality standards.
  
  
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
  
  
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities to collaborate effectively across departments.
  
  
• Proficiency in CAD software, process simulation tools, and MS Office Suite.
  
  Preferred:
  
  
• Experience in Engineering and manufacturing.
  
  
• Certification in Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or related process improvement methodologies.
  
  Hours:
  
  Monday to Friday 40 hours
  
  Salary:
  
  £38,000 to £40,000