Process Engineer

We are recruiting for a permanent Process Engineer for our Banbury based client. Your role will be to oversee and implement new processes & procedures required for the safe and efficient introduction of new product lines and technologies into the moulding process, ensuring a smooth and managed introduction of equipment onto the shop floor by way of meeting the training and knowledge needs of the Operators, Tool Changers & Process Technicians

As a Process Engineer, you will need to have/be:

Good analytical skills.
Tool changing and / or process experience necessary.
Able to work using your own initiative, and be able to liaise with other functions and departments at all levels within the company.
Manual dexterity.
Literacy and numeracy.
Ability to identify different colours of products (i.e. Ishihara).
A high level of knowledge & experience regarding injection moulding tools, processing, moulding machines and secondary equipment.
10+ years' higher level technical processing experience within automotive injection moulding environment.
Proven history of implementing new ideas and processes. Must be comfortable with integrating new technologies into an existing business environment.
Proven history in improving supply chain efficiency.Details:

Salary: £52, 000
Working Hours: Full time, Monday - Thursday 8.00am - 4.30pm and Friday 8.00am - 1.30pm
Location: Banbury (fully onsite)
Duration: PermanentRole of Process Engineer:

Develop, configure and optimise manufacturing processes for new product lines and technologies, from concept through to introduction, validation and certification.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Project Engineering and Mould Engineering to ensure all production requirements are achieved.
Participate in internal project meetings to review new process and equipment plans, monitor progress and ensure milestones are met.
Define project timelines and action plans to support the successful introduction of new products and technologies.
Develop and implement best practices and innovative solutions to improve production performance, including material handling, secondary mould operations, cooling, de-gating fixtures, inline measurement concepts and part handling/storage.
Identify opportunities to improve existing equipment or introduce new technology to enhance efficiency, quality and waste reduction.
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, processes and documentation for new product introductions and equipment implementation.
Conduct process simulations and equipment trials both on-site and at supplier locations to validate performance prior to implementation.
Lead equipment and technology trials to verify capability and ensure successful integration into production.
Maintain full documentation and records for all new equipment installations and process introductions.
Carry out risk assessments and work closely with the Health & Safety team to ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.
Support engineering teams with the introduction of new products into the mould shop and provide ongoing technical expertise to improve plant performance.
Take a hands-on and flexible approach to ensure smooth product launches and the successful implementation of new manufacturing processes.
Escalate any issues that could impact project timelines, new technology implementation or equipment introduction.
Promote a professional image of the company to customers and visitors in line with Magna's Operational Principles.
Support and drive improvements in mould shop KPIs and ensure a Right First Time (RFT) approach to new product introduction.Benefits of working as a Process Engineer:

25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
Share scheme
Employee assist program
Free on-site parking
Pension scheme
Workwear
Company Share Participation Scheme