Process Engineer

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Process Engineer

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Process Engineer

Process Engineer

At Saint-Gobain Exterior Solutions (SGES) we are looking for a Process Engineer to join our Kilwaughter brand in Larne, Northern Ireland. This is a stand-alone and varied role in which no two days are the same. You'll be responsible for developing, optimising, and sustaining production processes to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective high-volume manufacturing.

In this Process Engineer role will be a part of Operations and will report directly into the Strategic Projects Manager. The role focuses on process stability, yield improvement, cycle time reduction, quality enhancement, and continuous improvement, all the while supporting new product introductions and ongoing operational excellence.

SGES is part of Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland and includes our Kilwaughter and Weber brands. Together we can provide customers with the solutions they need to solve their problems and create high performing sustainable buildings. Kilwaughter has a rich heritage, created around the quarry in Northern Ireland which has been driven and developed to incorporate two manufacturing operations over 75 acres and 4 distribution centres. These operational facilities are the lynchpin of the company purpose and vision, delivering innovative and high-quality products.

This is a days-based role working Monday-Friday.

What we're looking for:

Degree educated in an engineering or manufacturing discipline; however, we would consider HND/HNC level qualifications along with demonstrable experience in a similar role
A strong understanding of high-volume manufacturing processes
Experience with analysing process capability and a working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen etc
Understanding and use of continuous Improvement, root cause analysis, and structured problem solving
Excellent communication and the ability to influence and present findings and solutions
Experience with automation, fixtures, tooling, material handling and industrial equipment
Data analysis and use of manufacturing KPIs (OEE, scrap, yield)What you will be doing:

Lead and support operational improvement projects, including lean initiatives, process and process flow improvements
Perform root-cause analysis to investigate manufacturing issues and facilitate solutions
Support quality improvements and scrap reduction initiatives, supporting and collaborating with the production and manufacturing teams
Data collection and analysis to interrogate and improve process yield and defect rates, cycle time and throughput rates, overall equipment effectiveness etc
Launch new products and production ramp-up campaigns.
The creation and control of SOPs
Support our purpose of 'Making the World a Better Home' and contribute to our target of zero carbon by 2050.

Are SGES and Saint-Gobain inclusive employers?

Saint-Gobain is a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, following our purpose of 'Making the World a Better Home'. We play a part in improving daily life through high-performance solutions. From wherever you are, let your unique personality and our values guide you every day to invent a more sustainable world.

We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be, but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us.

And what about flexibility?

At Saint-Gobain, we're always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments. We'll happily discuss any need you might have for this role. Whilst we can't promise to meet every request when we're recruiting, we do promise to listen.

If you match our criteria, we will be in touch to discuss your experience and more about you as a person, we look forward to hearing from you

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