Process Engineer

Jackie Kerr Recruitment
Bedlington
1 month ago
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Our client is a leader in their field are recruiting for a Process Engineer to join their growing team!

Process Engineer Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiency and to instigate and participate in continuous improvement activities

  • Planning and executing the procurement, installation and qualification of manufacturing equipment

  • Produce and maintain technical documentation such as operating instructions, inspection standards and PFMEAs

  • Support existing product lines and processes throughout the entire life cycle

  • Day to day support of production, troubleshooting issues with manufacturing equipment

  • Abide by and champion safe working practices when implementing new products, material processes or equipment

  • Occasional travel to visit customers or suppliers

    Process Engineer Ideal Candidate:

  • Experience with electronics & mechanical CAD design (Desirable)

  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing tools and statistical process techniques (Desirable)

  • Familiarity with Mil standard and design for high reliability environments (Desirable)

  • Experience of die bonding and wire bonding in a manufacturing environment

  • Demonstrable experience in the electronics industry, ideally in a manufacturing environment

  • Degree/HNC in an engineering discipline or equivalent experience

  • Demonstrated organisational, planning and program skills with careful attention to detail

  • Have a strong technical bias, with strong problem-solving abilities

  • A good level of competence with MS Office applications for documentation and presenting reports

    Working Hours and Benefits:

  • Monday – Thursday: 08:00am – 16:30pm

  • Friday: 08:00am – 13:00pm

  • 25 days annual leave

  • Plus a “special day” equivalent to one day per year

  • Health Shield – Employee Assistance Programme – including reclaim of dental costs, opticians, physio etc

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Option to buy shares annually

  • Flexi time

  • Free parking

    Jackie Kerr Recruitment is an independent agency that has been established for 27 years.
    We strive to provide the ultimate consultancy service to all our candidates. Whether you are looking for permanent or temporary work we pride ourselves in understanding our candidate’s requirement’s to ensure that we place you in your ideal role.
    We have recently heavily invested in new Recruitment Software that provides an online portal. Simply visit jackiekerrrecruitment . com to enter your details and you will receive job alerts, hot off the press.
    The portal enables you to update your information and CV at any time, so we always have your latest employment details on record.
    So please visit our website and let us help you to find your dream job!
    Please note: At Jackie Kerr Recruitment we receive a huge number of applications for each job that is posted. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of your original application, please go to our website jackiekerrrecruitment . com to apply for other jobs that may be suitable to you

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