Process Engineer

Are you ready to elevate your career in a dynamic and supportive environment? This brand-new role as a Process Engineer offers an exciting chance to make a tangible impact within a leading recycling organisation based near Elland. With a competitive salary of up to £40k per annum and a host of exceptional benefits, this position is designed for those who are passionate about process improvement and productivity.

Why This Role as Process Engineer Stands Out:

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a structured workweek from 8.30am to 5pm Monday to Thursday, with a 3pm finish on Fridays, totalling 39 hours per week.
Competitive Salary: Earn up to £40k per annum, reflecting your skills and experience.
Generous Benefits Package:
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Pension scheme with up to 10% employee and 11% employer contributions
Death in Service benefit at six times your salary
Health Cash Plan
Heavily discounted onsite gym
Social events including a Summer BBQ and Golf Competition
Role Responsibilities as a Process Engineer:

Investigate and measure processes to support productivity and process improvements.
Test and understand a range of paper-making parameters.
Collaborate with the plant process improvement team to manage assigned basic process improvements.
Develop, implement, and monitor Key Performance Indicators to drive continuous improvement.
Assist in identifying manufacturing best practices to enhance productivity and quality.
Establish Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Standard Operating Controls (SOCs) for sustainable improvements.
Ensure quality standards are consistently achieved and maintained.
Conduct plant assessments and margin improvement processes.
Focus on machine stops, set-ups, scrap studies, and S.M.E.D systems to boost productivity.
Contribute to Continuous Improvement Management methodologies.
Work with the Technical Manager and Quality & Environmental Manager on customer-focused improvements.
Ideal Candidate Profile:

Previous experience as a Process Engineer in a heavy manufacturing environment.
Experience in recycling, packaging, or paper is advantageous but not essential.
Proficiency in writing SOPs and SOCs.
Demonstrated experience in Continuous Improvement activities.
Knowledge of SMED is desirable.
Strong IT skills, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Oracle or similar systems.
Own transport is essential due to the location.
This role is perfect for those who thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to contribute to the success of a forward-thinking Mill. If you possess the skills and experience outlined above, this Process Engineer role could be the ideal next step in your career.

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy